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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).
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People
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| Population | 42,976 |
| Population Density | 53,057 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.1227°, 77.5437° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (716 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,300 |
| Median Age | 33.0 years |
About Periyakulam
Periyakulam is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 42,976. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet (281 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Periyakulam vs India Average
Income: Periyakulam vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $3,300 |
| 96% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $3,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $64 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 774 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $25,000 |
| 91% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $55 |
| 95% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 17,190 |
Property Tax
Climate in Periyakulam
Periyakulam has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.5°C), the coldest is Jan (21°C). Average annual precipitation is 1333 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above India avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 922 ft (281 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 53,057/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.1227°N, 77.5437°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Radio Stations near Periyakulam
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| mazhai-fm | — | MP3 |
Museums in Periyakulam
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodai Observatory Museum | ||||
| Shenbaganur Museum of Natural History | ||||
| Wax World |
Libraries in Periyakulam
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane Cummings Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kodaikanal Anaikudi Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Periyakulam
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna Salai Market | |||||
| Kodaikanal Township Daily Vegetable Market | |||||
| Veggie market |
Clinics in Periyakulam
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Periyakulam
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Periyakulam
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Periyakulam
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Periyakulam
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport | IXM | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Periyakulam
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Temple | |
| Temple | |
| Temple |
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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 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Periyakulam expensive to live in?
The median household income is $3,300, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $25,000 (91% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
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.
How is the job market in Periyakulam?
Periyakulam has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $64. There are 774 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Periyakulam?
The median home value in Periyakulam is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.