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Rameswaram, India
Tamil Nadu · India
Rameswaram is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 44,856. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 44,856 |
| Population Density | 2,112 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2885°, 79.3127° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Tamil Nadu |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.1 inches (867 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $3,300 |
| Median Age | 33.0 years |
About Rameswaram
Rameswaram is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 44,856. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rameswaram vs India Average
Income: Rameswaram 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
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 807 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Burden | 26.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 17,942 |
Property Tax
Climate in Rameswaram
Rameswaram has an average annual temperature of 29.1°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (31°C), the coldest is Jan (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 997 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.6°F |
| 55% above India avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 21.2 sq mi (55.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2885°N, 79.3127°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 88°F (31°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 0.8 in | |
| August | 85°F (30°C) | 0.9 in | |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 1.6 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in |
Rameswaram has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.6") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Rameswaram
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Udhayam Polytechnic College | College | - | , |
Schools in Rameswaram
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Primary dumping rubbish into sea school | - | - | - | - |
| Educational Trust | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Rameswaram
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rameswaram
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rameswaram
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rameswaram
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rameswaram
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rameswaram
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rameswaram
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rameswaram
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rameswaram
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rameswaram
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnad Naval Air Station | - | Small Airport |
| Thalladi Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rameswaram
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| anthoniar kebi | |
| Arulmigu Nambunayakiyamman Temple | |
| Gandhamadhana Parvatham | |
| Jada Theertham Sivan Temple | |
| Kothandarama Temple | |
| Kothandaramaswamy Temple | |
| Lakshmana Theertham | |
| Rama Theertham | |
| Rameshwaram Ramanathaswamy Temple | |
| Runa Vimochana Theertham | |
| Sarvaroga Nivaran Teertham | |
| Sree Ekantha Ramasamy Temple | |
| St. Arulanandar Church |
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What is the population of Rameswaram?
Rameswaram has a population of 44,856 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,112 people per square mile, spread across 21.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Rameswaram 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 Rameswaram?
Rameswaram 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 86°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.
How is the job market in Rameswaram?
Rameswaram 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 807 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Rameswaram?
The median home value in Rameswaram is $25,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.