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Pottanūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Pottanūr is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 18,455. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,455 Population 125/sq mi density
446 ft Elevation 136 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
26.0 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

Population18,455
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density125/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units7,382
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Population18,455
Population Density125 / sq mi
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Coordinates11.1098°, 77.9888°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation26.0 inches (661 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Pottanūr

Pottanūr is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 18,455. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pottanūr has a population of 18,455 with a density of 125 people per square mile, spread across 147.3 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,455
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
147.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pottanūr vs India Average

The median household income in Pottanūr 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 332 business establishments.

Income: Pottanūr vs India

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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)332

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pottanūr 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 7,382 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 Units7,382

Property Tax

Climate in Pottanūr

Pottanūr has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.5°C), the coldest is Dec (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 921 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 15.7° / 33.7° 28.7
Feb 26.5°C / 80°F 16.9° / 37.6° 4.8
Mar 29.6°C / 85°F 18.9° / 40.6° 12.3
Apr 31.5°C / 89°F 22.9° / 41.6° 40.5
May 30.6°C / 87°F 23.8° / 40.6° 88.8
Jun 28.9°C / 84°F 22.8° / 37.8° 61.9
Jul 28.1°C / 83°F 22.7° / 36.8° 73.7
Aug 27.9°C / 82°F 22° / 36.8° 106.5
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 21.6° / 35.7° 106.3
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 20.9° / 34.7° 176.1
Nov 25°C / 77°F 18.9° / 31.3° 144.8
Dec 24.1°C / 75°F 16.6° / 31.2° 76.2
Pottanūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 289 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 26.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average83.0°F
54% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area147.3 sq mi (381.6 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates11.1098°N, 77.9888°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.0"
32% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.69"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 295 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 139 km
2011 Thane Category 1 218 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 215 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 147 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 298 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 149 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in
June 86°F (30°C) 0.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.6 in
August 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
September 83°F (29°C) 3.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 6.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in
December 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest

Pottanūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in December to 88°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (0.4").

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Libraries in Pottanūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Noyyal library0.0
Public library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pottanūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Thursday Market
Weekly market

Airports Near Pottanūr

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Salem AirportSXVMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pottanūr

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Old Mariamman temple

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 Pottanūr

What is the population of Pottanūr?

Pottanūr has a population of 18,455 residents and is located in India. The population density is 125 people per square mile, spread across 147.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pottanūr 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 Pottanūr?

Pottanūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.0 inches.

How is the job market in Pottanūr?

Pottanūr 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 332 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pottanūr?

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

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