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Pollachi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Pollachi is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 90,180. Elevation: 965 ft (294 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
90,180 Population 16,825/sq mi density
965 ft Elevation 294 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.3 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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Full City Profile

People

Population90,180
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density16,825/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units36,072
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Population90,180
Population Density16,825 / sq mi
Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Coordinates10.6583°, 77.0085°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (999 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Pollachi

Pollachi is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 90,180. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet (294 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pollachi has a population of 90,180 with a density of 16,825 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

90,180
Total Population
16,825
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pollachi vs India Average

The median household income in Pollachi 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 26 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Pollachi 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

Unemployment4.8%
33% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below India avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare23
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pollachi 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 36,072 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 Units36,072

Property Tax

Climate in Pollachi

Pollachi has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1859 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.4°C / 72°F 14.8° / 31.1° 34.6
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 15.1° / 35.2° 7.9
Mar 27.5°C / 81°F 17.2° / 37.7° 30.7
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 21.4° / 38.6° 89.5
May 26.2°C / 79°F 21.4° / 35.8° 177.6
Jun 24.5°C / 76°F 20.1° / 31° 184.9
Jul 23.5°C / 74°F 20.2° / 28.9° 284.4
Aug 23.5°C / 74°F 19.8° / 29.2° 263.9
Sep 23.4°C / 74°F 19.8° / 29.2° 214.9
Oct 23.6°C / 75°F 18.5° / 29.7° 294.9
Nov 23.2°C / 74°F 18° / 28.7° 186.8
Dec 22.4°C / 72°F 16° / 28.5° 88.8
Pollachi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density16,825/sq mi
Coordinates10.6583°N, 77.0085°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
4% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 229 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 263 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 267 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.7 in
April 84°F (29°C) 2.2 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 3.6 in
June 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 7.1 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
September 80°F (26°C) 2.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.7 in
November 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in
December 76°F (25°C) 2.1 in Coldest

Pollachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 76°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Pollachi

Institution Type Founded Website
Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering College - ,
Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology College - Visit →
N.V. Polytechnic College College - ,
Nachimuthu Polytechnic College College - ,
Suguna Institute of Poultry Management College - ,

Schools in Pollachi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pollachi

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AURAL MELODICS classical MP3
mazhai-fm - MP3
Hand Of Jesus - CHINESE christian MP3 64 kbps

Libraries in Pollachi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Government Public Library, Walayar0.0
Hare Krishna Library0.0
Library ലൈബ്രറി0.0
MCET Central Library0.0
MCL Employees Library0.0
Nallepilly library0.0
Valladi Vaayanashala0.0
Vivekananda Library0.0
Vivekananda Library0.0
Vivekanantha Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pollachi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ettimadai Wednesday Market
Parisakkkal Market

Hotels in Pollachi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sakthi hotel

Restaurants in Pollachi

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Slaves

Clinics in Pollachi

11 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A.S.D. Nursing Home
Andavar Clinic and Nursing Home
J M Polyclinic
Neuro Poly Clinic, Pollachi
Pkd Nursing Home
PKD Nursing Home
Prabhu Poly Clinic
Ram Poly Clinic
Rc Poly Clinic, Pollachi
Sindhia Ortho Clinic
Surya Polyclinic

Train Stations in Pollachi

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pollachi Junction

Bus Stations in Pollachi

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pollachi New Bus Stand
Pollachi Old Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Pollachi

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #11196222851
IN #308446621
IN #308449850
Petrol Pump

Breweries in Pollachi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
United Spirits Ltd

Airports Near Pollachi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cochin International AirportCOKLarge Airport
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Coimbatore Air Force Station-Small Airport
INS Garuda / Willingdon Island Naval Air Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pollachi

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhadrakaliamman Temple
Madeena Masjid
Vinayagar Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Pollachi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 10
Hospitals 23
Restaurants 1
Cafes 1
Hotels 1
Parks 7
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 16

🇮🇳 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 Pollachi

What is the population of Pollachi?

Pollachi has a population of 90,180 residents and is located in India. The population density is 16,825 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pollachi 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 Pollachi?

Pollachi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches.

How is the job market in Pollachi?

Pollachi 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 26 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Pollachi?

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

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