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Ponnampet, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Ponnampet is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 6,117. Elevation: 2,815 ft (858 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,117 Population
2,815 ft Elevation 858 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
102.3 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

Population6,117
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 Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain102.3 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation2,815 ft (858 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population6,117
Elevation2,815 ft (858 m)
Coordinates12.1447°, 75.9451°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation102.3 inches (2,598 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Ponnampet a Good Place to Live?

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

Ponnampet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 102.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Ponnampet has a population of 6,117. 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

6,117
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponnampet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ponnampet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponnampet 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: Ponnampet 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 Ponnampet, 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: Ponnampet 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

Ponnampet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 102.3 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 2,815 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall102.3 inches
169% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,815 ft (858 m)
Coordinates12.1447°N, 75.9451°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in
April 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in Warmest
May 76°F (25°C) 6.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 16.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 36.7 in Wettest
August 71°F (21°C) 19.1 in
September 71°F (22°C) 7.6 in
October 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 2.7 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Coldest

Ponnampet has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 70°F in December to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 102.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (36.7") 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 Ponnampet

What is the population of Ponnampet?

Ponnampet has a population of 6,117 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 Ponnampet expensive to live in?

Ponnampet 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 Ponnampet?

Ponnampet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 102.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Ponnampet?

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

How are the schools in Ponnampet?

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

How healthy is Ponnampet?

The obesity rate in Ponnampet 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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