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Piriyāpatna, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Piriyāpatna is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 16,685. Elevation: 2,818 ft (859 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
16,685 Population
2,818 ft Elevation 859 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
40.2 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

Population16,685
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population16,685
Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Coordinates12.3350°, 76.1007°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,020 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Piriyāpatna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Piriyāpatna 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. Piriyāpatna 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

Piriyāpatna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Piriyāpatna has a population of 16,685. 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

16,685
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Piriyāpatna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Piriyāpatna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Piriyāpatna 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: Piriyāpatna 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 Piriyāpatna, 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: Piriyāpatna 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

Piriyāpatna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. 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 2,818 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,818 ft (859 m)
Coordinates12.3350°N, 76.1007°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 79°F (26°C) 2.6 in Warmest
May 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 5.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 9.9 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 2.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Piriyāpatna has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 70°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.9") 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 Piriyāpatna

What is the population of Piriyāpatna?

Piriyāpatna has a population of 16,685 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 Piriyāpatna expensive to live in?

Piriyāpatna 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 Piriyāpatna?

Piriyāpatna has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Piriyāpatna?

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

How are the schools in Piriyāpatna?

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

How healthy is Piriyāpatna?

The obesity rate in Piriyāpatna 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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