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Perumagalur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Perumagalur is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 5,604. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,604 Population 47/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
42.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,300 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,300 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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About Perumagalur

Perumagalur is a panchayat town in Thanjavur district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population5,604
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density47/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,300
Per Capita$3,350
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty8.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units2,242
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population5,604
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates10.1978°, 79.1917°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation42.0 inches (1,066 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Perumagalur

Perumagalur is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 5,604. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Perumagalur has a population of 5,604 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 120.1 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,604
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
120.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Perumagalur vs India Average

The median household income in Perumagalur is $3,300, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $64, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Perumagalur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,300
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,350
Avg Weekly Wage$64

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Perumagalur is $25,000, 91% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,242 total housing units in the city. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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 Burden26.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,242

Property Tax

Perumagalur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.6°F
55% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area120.1 sq mi (311.2 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates10.1978°N, 79.1917°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"
10% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.86"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 235 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 35 km
2011 Thane Category 2 184 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 174 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 274 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 118 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 274 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 136 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.9 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.3 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.6 in
August 86°F (30°C) 4.6 in
September 85°F (29°C) 3.8 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in Wettest
December 78°F (25°C) 6.3 in

Perumagalur has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.9") and February the driest (0.7").

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Libraries in Perumagalur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kmc Library0.0
Rahmath Library0.0

Clinics in Perumagalur

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sri Subarakkamma Clinic

Airports Near Perumagalur

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perumagalur

What is the population of Perumagalur?

Perumagalur has a population of 5,604 residents and is located in India. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 120.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Perumagalur 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 Perumagalur?

Perumagalur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.

How is the job market in Perumagalur?

Perumagalur 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 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Perumagalur?

The median home value in Perumagalur is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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