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Periyakulam, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Periyakulam is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 42,976. Elevation: 922 ft (281 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
42,976 Population 53,057/sq mi density
922 ft Elevation 281 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population42,976
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density53,057/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation922 ft (281 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population42,976
Population Density53,057 / sq mi
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Coordinates10.1227°, 77.5437°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Periyakulam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Periyakulam receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Periyakulam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Periyakulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Periyakulam has a population of 42,976 with a density of 53,057 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

42,976
Total Population
53,057
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Periyakulam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Periyakulam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Periyakulam is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Periyakulam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Periyakulam, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Periyakulam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Periyakulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.4°F
51% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density53,057/sq mi
Coordinates10.1227°N, 77.5437°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.7 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 1.0 in
April 85°F (30°C) 2.4 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 1.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 1.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 1.4 in
September 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 5.3 in
December 77°F (25°C) 2.4 in Coldest

Periyakulam has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 77°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.2") and February the driest (0.6").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density53,057/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Periyakulam

What is the population of Periyakulam?

Periyakulam has a population of 42,976 residents and is located in India. The population density is 53,057 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Periyakulam expensive to live in?

Periyakulam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Periyakulam?

Periyakulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Periyakulam?

Periyakulam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Periyakulam?

34.4% of adults in Periyakulam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Periyakulam?

The obesity rate in Periyakulam is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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