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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12,659 Population
2,434 ft Elevation 742 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
124.2 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

Population12,659
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain124.2 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population12,659
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 Age28.7 years

Is Perya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perya receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Perya 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

Perya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 124.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Perya has a population of 12,659. 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

12,659
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Perya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Perya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perya 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: Perya 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 Perya, 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: Perya 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

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). 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 2,434 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall124.2 inches
227% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,434 ft (742 m)
Coordinates11.8333°N, 75.8541°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

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").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 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 Perya expensive to live in?

Perya 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 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. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Perya?

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

How are the schools in Perya?

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

How healthy is Perya?

The obesity rate in Perya 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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