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Perya, India

Kerala · India

Perya is a small city in Kerala, India with a population of 12,659. Elevation: 2,434 ft (742 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
12,659 Population 40/sq mi density
2,434 ft Elevation 742 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
124.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$3,500 median income, 15.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$30,000 home value, $60/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,659
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density40/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$3,500
Per Capita$3,200
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty6.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$30,000
Rent$60
Housing Units5,064
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain124.2 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Population12,659
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Coordinates11.8333°, 75.8541°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKerala
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation124.2 inches (3,155 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,500
Median Age35.0 years

About Perya

Perya is a small city in India (Kerala) with a population of 12,659. The city sits at an elevation of 2,434 feet (742 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 124.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Perya has a population of 12,659 with a density of 40 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,659
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below India avg
315.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Perya vs India Average

The median household income in Perya is $3,500, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $62, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 228 business establishments.

Income: Perya vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$3,500
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,200
Avg Weekly Wage$62

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above India avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below India avg
Establishments (County)228

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Perya is $30,000, 89% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $60 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,064 total housing units in the city. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$30,000
89% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$60
95% below India avg
Rent Burden26.2%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,064

Property Tax

Climate in Perya

Perya has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.4°C), the coldest is Dec (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2633 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 17.8° / 32° 29.6
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 18.5° / 35.3° 5.2
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 20.5° / 36.9° 18.4
Apr 28.4°C / 83°F 22.8° / 37° 57.3
May 26.8°C / 80°F 22.3° / 34.9° 224.3
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 21.7° / 30.7° 359.0
Jul 24.1°C / 75°F 21.3° / 28.4° 659.0
Aug 24.1°C / 75°F 21.4° / 28.6° 476.6
Sep 24.2°C / 75°F 21.2° / 29° 311.4
Oct 24.4°C / 76°F 20.8° / 29.2° 288.9
Nov 24.4°C / 76°F 19.3° / 28.9° 140.8
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 18.1° / 29.6° 63.1
Perya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 124.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,434 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.2°F
34% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Area315.7 sq mi (817.8 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates11.8333°N, 75.8541°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 124.2"
227% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 43.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
April 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in Warmest
May 76°F (24°C) 7.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 21.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 43.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 24.7 in
September 71°F (22°C) 10.0 in
October 72°F (22°C) 8.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.8 in

Perya has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in July to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 124.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (43.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Perya

56+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Lower Primary School porur - - - -
Government Higher Secondary School Thalappuzha - - - -
Kusumagiri Lower Primary School Puthiyidom - - - -
Government Lower Primary School Kaithakkolly - - - -
Government Lower Primary School Makkimala - - - -
Government High School Valeri - - - -
Government Lower Primary School Puthusseri - - - -
Government Lower Primary School Karimbil - - - -
Government Higher School Kunhome - - - -
Nirmala Lower Primary School Alattil - - - -
SNM Lower primary school Varayal - - - -
Government Higher Secondary school Valad - - - -
St.Sebastins Lower Primary School Poroor - - - -
Sarvodayam Upper Primary School Porur - - - -
Government Lower Primary School,Kolithattu - - - -
Government Upper Primary School Thalappuzha - - - -
A Upper Primary School Kunhome - - - -
Government Lower Primary School Korome - - - -
Holy Face School Makkiyad - - - -
GLPS Karachal - - - -
Pazhassi Tribal Hostel school - - - -
Government upper primary school, Chungakkunnu - - - -
Little Flower High School,Kelakam - - - -
St Marys Bethany English Medium School - - - -
Government Tribal Higher Secondary school - - - -
GOVERNMENT L P SCHOOL MAKKIYAD - - - -
GHSS KUNJOME - - - -
MRS Tribal School - - - -
Government Upper Primary School,Adakkathode - - - -
Elapeedika - - - -
P LPS Velloonny - - - -
Holy Face High School - - - -
Government Higher Secondary School Valad - - - -
Poolakutty A Lower Primary School - - - -
NSSK Upper Primary School Kottiyoor - - - -
IJM Higher Secondary School Kottiyoor - - - -
Govt. Upper Primary School Thalakkani - - - -
Providence Lower Primary School Velloonny - - - -
Govt. Lower Primary School Kolkkaad - - - -
Saint Sebastian's Upper Primary School - - - -
Government Upper Primary School,Chettamparamba - - - -
St.Joseph's Higher Secondary School,Adakkathode - - - -
Santhome Higher Secondary School - - - -
Government Lower Primary School,Kolithattu - - - -
SNM LP School Varayal - - - -
Government Upper Primary School Periya - - - -
St. Thomas High School - - - -
IJM Higher Secondary School - - - -
Sree Narayana Lower Primary School - - - -
vanhode AUPS - - - -
M T D M Higher Secondary School Thondernadu - - - -
Government UP School - - - -
Saint Sebastian's Upper Primary School - - - -
Government Upper Primary School,Chettamparamba - - - -
St.Joseph's Higher Secondary School,Adakkathode - - - -
Government Upper Primary School,Adakkathode - - - -
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Radio Stations near Perya

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO MATTOLI classical MP3 128 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - URDU christian MP3 96 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - GUJARATI christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - BANGLA christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - MIZO christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - BIBLE INFORMATION christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - MARATHI christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - PUNJABI christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - ODIA christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - TAMIL BIBLE christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - MANIPURI christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - MALAYALAM christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - TAMIL christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - PAUL christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - DANIEL christian MP3 128 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - TAMIL KIDS christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - ESTHER RANI christian MP3 64 kbps
Hand Of Jesus - PETER christian MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Perya

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kunkichira Museum
Pazhassi Raja Tomb and Musiem

Libraries in Perya

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AK Smaraka Grandhalayam0.0
AKG Library, Manyoorthazha0.0
AKG Memmorial Library, Venkallullathara0.0
AKG Smaraka Library,malur0.0
AKK Memorial Library0.0
Akshara Grandalayam0.0
Akshaya Centre, Ayancheri0.0
Anandha Vydhyar Smaraka Library,malur0.0
Arakulangara Vayanashala0.0
Balan Smaraka Vayanashala & Grandhalayam0.0
Bavadi old library0.0
Bhavana Library ,Vellachimoola0.0
Brothers library kazhikottoor0.0
C Kannan Grandhalayam0.0
Central Library0.0
CH memorial Library0.0
Ch Muhammed Kozha Grandhalayam, Kizhakkedath Vazhal0.0
Chekkotti Vayanashala0.0
Daya grandhashala0.0
Dharshana Library0.0
Dhesheeya Library,Nelliyambam0.0
E K Nayanar Smaraka Grandashala0.0
Edattu Papachayan Memorial Library Manjacheeli0.0
EMS Grandhalayam0.0
ems library,Kallumuthirakunnu0.0
EMS ഗ്രന്ഥാലയം0.0
Evershine Library0.0
Graameena Vayanashala,chittariparamb0.0
Gramachaithannya , Valal0.0
Grameena Kala Samithi0.0
Gramina Library0.0
IMAM GAZZALI CENTRAL LIBRARY0.0
Iringannur Public Library0.0
Janakeeya Vayanasala & Grandhalayam, Moyilothara0.0
Janashakthi Library0.0
Jawahar Memorial library0.0
Jawaharlal Nehru Library , Pandikadavu0.0
K P Karnan nair memorial library0.0
K P Noorudheen Sahib Central Library0.0
Kacheri Public Library0.0
Kairali Vayanasala, Chirakkolli0.0
Kappumkolly Padanamuri0.0
Koyyal Vayanasala0.0
Kurukkanmoola Library0.0
Library0.0
Library Mullankunnu0.0
Lohya Smaraka Grandhalayam0.0
Mahathma Library0.0
Mahatma Library0.0
Maloor Vayanashala0.0
Mangalodayam Vayanashala0.0
Memunda samskarika NIlayam0.0
Mukkadathumvayal vayanashla0.0
National Library0.0
National Library, Vattoli0.0
National Public Library , Ozhakkody0.0
Navadeepam Grandhashala0.0
Navadhara Library0.0
Navajeevan library0.0
Naveena Grandhasala Pattanippara0.0
Nehru library, Neendunokki0.0
Nittaramb Vayanashala0.0
Njanodaya Library0.0
Panchayath Library , Kurumbalakkotta0.0
Pathmaprabha0.0
Payanchery Library0.0
Pazhassi library0.0
Pazhassiraja Library, Kolippeta0.0
Phoenix0.0
Pournami Vayanashala0.0
Prabhath Library0.0
Pranavam Library0.0
Prasara Library0.0
Prathibha Grandhalayam0.0
Prathidhwani Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library, Pancharakolli0.0
Puralimala library0.0
S N public Library0.0
Safdhar Hashmi Cultural Centre And Library, Pariyaram0.0
Sahridhaya , Pallikkunnu0.0
Samadarshi club vayanashala0.0
Samsarikanilayam Library Purameri0.0
Samskarika Kendram0.0
Samskarikanilayam library. KMLGP0.0
Samuhya Vihara Kendram Grandashala, Narippatta0.0
sarvodayam library porur0.0
Sendhara Vayanshala0.0
Solidarity Library0.0
Subash Grandhashala0.0
Sun Raise , Veettiyeri0.0
Tagor Residential Association Library0.0
Tagore library0.0
Tagore Memmorial Library0.0
Tagore smaraka grandhalayam0.0
Tharuvayi master vayanashala0.0
Thavinjal public library0.0
Tuneri Panchayat Vayojanakendram and Library0.0
Udaya Library0.0
Udaya Vayanasala0.0
Udhaya Library0.0
Vaikari Library, Madakkimala0.0
Vedika Vayanasala0.0
Vellamunda Public Library0.0
Vijaya Kalvedhi & Grandhalayam Edacheri0.0
Wayanad District Library0.0
Winnervoice Vayanashala0.0
Youvashakthi Grandhalayam0.0
Yuva Vedhi Kala Kayika Samithi & Grandhalayam0.0
YUVACHETHANA GRANDHASHALA0.0
Yuvachethana Library0.0
Yuvadhara Library0.0
Yuvadhara Vayanasala0.0
Yuvadhara Vayanashala0.0
Yuvadhara Vayanashala0.0
Yuvashabdham , Vandiyambetta0.0
പടിച്ചിൽ വായനശാല0.0
യുവതരംഗ് വായനശാല ചേറ്റുപോയിൽ0.0
വായനശാല ഓളോടിത്താഴ0.0

Farmers Markets in Perya

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Asees market
Azhcha Chantha, Valliyoorkkavu
Cattle Market
colombo traders
Edacheri Fish Market
Edacheri Town Market
Fish - Meat Market
Fish - Meat Market
Fish Market
Fish Market , Ayancheri
Fresh To Home
Kakkattil fish market
kalichantha market
kolayad market
kudumbasree farmers market
Kuttiady Fish Market
Market, Thottilpalam
meadow
Meat Market
nk complex
Panthirikkara Town Market
rosna oil & flour mil
supplyco super market
Thalapuzha fish market
Town Market
Ulikkal Meat and Fish Market

Hotels in Perya

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

All Spice Restaurant
Hotel Price Regency
Klov Resort & Spa
Klov Resort & Spa
Wayanad Tea Garden Residency

Restaurants in Perya

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

achoos
angel

Cinemas in Perya

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dev Cinemas,Kanichar

Clinics in Perya

5 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

dental clinic
Ellumandam health centre
Janatha Clinic
Primary Health Center, Kanichar
Sub family health centre, Neendunokki

Dentists in Perya

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Smile Bright Dental Health Care
Trinity Dental Care

Veterinaries in Perya

10 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ellumandam vetinery sub centre
Government Veterianary Hospital, Chungakkunnu
government veterinary clinic
Pambarappan Sub Centre
Veterinary Hospital Tondernadu
veterinary sub center
veterinary sub center thalapuzha
veterniary clinic kattimoola
veterniary sub centre
vetinary sub center

Bus Stations in Perya

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kelakam
Kottiyoor
Niravilpuzha

Gas Stations in Perya

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hindustan Petroleum,Kelakam
Hindustan Petrolleum, Petrol Pump, Kelakam
HP Petrol Pump
Petrom

Banks in Perya

18 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BANK OF BARODA
Canara Bank
Canara Bank
Canara Bank
ESAF Service Bank
kelakam service co-operative bank
KERALA BANK
KERALA BANK
Kerala Gramin bank
Kerala Gramin Bank
Kerala Gramin Bank Kelakam Branch
Kerala Gramin Bank Needunokki Branch
kerala gramin bank periya
Kerala Gramin Bank Thalapuzha
Periya Service Co-operative Bank
Thavinhal Service Bo-operative Bsnk
THAVINJAL PANCHAYATH AGRICULTURAL IMPROVMENT CO OP SOCIETY LTD
Tondernadu service co-operative Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Perya

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Airports Near Perya

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calicut International AirportCCJLarge Airport
Kannur International AirportCNNLarge Airport
Kannur Heliport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Perya

21 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chungakkunnu Post Office
ELLUMANDAM POST OFFICE
kampatti post office
kappattumala post office
kelakam Sub Post Office,Kelakam
kunjome post office
makkiyad post office
Neendunokki Post Office
porur post office
Post Office
Post Office , Vellamunda
Post Office Alattil
Post Office niravilppusha
Post Office Periya
Post Office Valad
pudusseri post office
Thalapuzha post office
thavinjal post office
Valery Post Office
varayal post office
vimalanagar post office

Treatment Centers in Perya

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Buds rehabilitation centre
Daya Pain & Palliative Care Centre Vengapally

Churches & Religious Organizations in Perya

34 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akkare Kottiyoor Temple
Cheriyamoola juma masjid
Dharmasreesastha bhajanamadam, Chungakkunnnu
Fathima Matha Forana Church
Ikkare Kottiyoor Temple
Infant Jesus Church
Karimbil Kirathamoorthi Temple
Korome st marys orthdox church palery
kudamkunn juma masjid
Kunjome Juma Masjid
Malankara Catholic Church, Kelakam
moorchilakkavu temple
Nelliyodi Church
puthussery church
San Joe
Sree kurikkilal bhagavathi temple
Sree Muthappan Temple
Sree Narayana gurudeva kshethram, Kottiyoor
sree ullannur bhagavathi kshethram
St Antony's Church
St Antony's Church
St Mary's Orthodox Church Chapel
St. Antonies Church Kunhome
St. George Church
St. George Orthodox Church
St. Mary's Orthodox Church
St. Sebastian's Church
St. Sebastian's Church
St. Thomas Salem Orthodox Church,Kelakam
St.Alphonsa Church , Ottaplave
ST'SEBASTIANS CHURCH KARIMBIL
ST'SEBASTIANS CHURCH KARIMBIL
Valad Puthoor Juma Majid
Venmany A Lower Primary School

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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 Perya

What is the population of Perya?

Perya has a population of 12,659 residents and is located in India. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Perya expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,500, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $30,000 (89% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $60 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Perya?

Perya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 124.2 inches.

How is the job market in Perya?

The job market in Perya faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $62. There are 228 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Perya?

The median home value in Perya is $30,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $60.

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