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Pudupalayam, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Pudupalayam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 11,382. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,382 Population
781 ft Elevation 238 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
38.5 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

Population11,382
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 Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population11,382
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates12.3620°, 78.8776°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Pudupalayam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pudupalayam 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. Pudupalayam 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

Pudupalayam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Pudupalayam has a population of 11,382. 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

11,382
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pudupalayam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pudupalayam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pudupalayam 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: Pudupalayam 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 Pudupalayam, 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: Pudupalayam 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

Pudupalayam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.5 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 781 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates12.3620°N, 78.8776°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
February 76°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 81°F (27°C) 0.5 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.1 in
May 87°F (31°C) 3.1 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 2.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 4.0 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in Wettest
November 76°F (24°C) 5.2 in
December 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in Coldest

Pudupalayam has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 73°F in December to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.4").

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 Pudupalayam

What is the population of Pudupalayam?

Pudupalayam has a population of 11,382 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 Pudupalayam expensive to live in?

Pudupalayam 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 Pudupalayam?

Pudupalayam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Pudupalayam?

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

How are the schools in Pudupalayam?

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

How healthy is Pudupalayam?

The obesity rate in Pudupalayam 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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