Rajapalayam, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Rajapalayam is a large city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 130,442. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 130,442 |
| Population Density | 4,969 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.4530°, 77.5534° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.8 inches (884 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rajapalayam
Rajapalayam is a large city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 130,442. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Rajapalayam
Rajapalayam has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1341 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.7°F |
| 55% above India avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 26.3 sq mi (68.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,969/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.4530°N, 77.5534°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 85°F (30°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 87°F (31°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 1.5 in | |
| July | 85°F (30°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 85°F (30°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
Rajapalayam has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Rajapalayam
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramco Institute of Technology | College | - | , |
Schools in Rajapalayam
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKDR Girls Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| P.A.C.R. Ammani Ammal’s Girls’ Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ramco Private Industrial Training Institute | - | - | - | - |
| P.A. Chinniah Raja Memorial Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chinmaya Vidyalaya Srimathi P.A.C.R. Sethuramammal Nursery & Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nadar Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| N.A, Annapparaja Memorial Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rajapalayam
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Hotels in Rajapalayam
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rajapalayam
5 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rajapalayam
17 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rajapalayam
6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rajapalayam
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rajapalayam
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rajapalayam
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rajapalayam
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rajapalayam
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport | IXM | Medium Airport |
| Kovilpatti Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tuticorin Airport | TCR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rajapalayam
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Rajapalayam Post office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rajapalayam
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mayuranatha Temple | |
| St. Paul's Church |
Quick Facts
Around Rajapalayam
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Rajapalayam
2 places within 15 km
- • Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal
- • Senbagathoppu Kaattalagar peak
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What is the population of Rajapalayam?
Rajapalayam has a population of 130,442 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,969 people per square mile, spread across 26.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rajapalayam?
Rajapalayam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches.
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