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Saligram, India

Karnataka · India

Saligram is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 15,123. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
15,123 Population 96/sq mi density
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
178.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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About Saligram

Saligrama is a town on NH 66 in Brahmavara taluk of Udupi district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is located between Kundapura and Brahmavar. It is 24 km north of Udupi and 81 km from Mangalore.

People

Population15,123
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density96/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units6,049
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain178.6 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Population15,123
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates13.4991°, 74.7094°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation178.6 inches (4,537 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Saligram

Saligram is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 15,123. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet (2 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 178.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Saligram has a population of 15,123 with a density of 96 people per square mile, spread across 157.4 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,123
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
157.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saligram vs India Average

The median household income in Saligram is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 272 business establishments.

Income: Saligram vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)272

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saligram is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,049 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,049

Property Tax

Climate in Saligram

Saligram has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (24.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3840 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.1°C / 75°F 17.1° / 30.9° 30.8
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 18.1° / 34.2° 3.1
Mar 27.6°C / 82°F 20.3° / 36° 6.5
Apr 28.8°C / 84°F 23.4° / 36.8° 33.8
May 27.8°C / 82°F 23.6° / 35.3° 203.1
Jun 25.9°C / 79°F 22.3° / 31.4° 632.5
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 22.2° / 28.6° 1,235.9
Aug 24.7°C / 76°F 22.1° / 28.9° 776.1
Sep 24.7°C / 76°F 22° / 29.1° 499.0
Oct 25.1°C / 77°F 20.6° / 29.9° 306.2
Nov 25.2°C / 77°F 19.1° / 30° 80.0
Dec 24.7°C / 76°F 17.9° / 30.2° 33.3
Saligram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 178.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above India avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area157.4 sq mi (407.6 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates13.4991°N, 74.7094°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 178.6"
370% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 60.51"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 2 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
March 83°F (29°C) 0.2 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 85°F (30°C) 7.6 in
June 80°F (27°C) 42.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 60.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 36.7 in
September 80°F (26°C) 17.6 in
October 81°F (27°C) 8.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
December 80°F (26°C) 0.8 in

Saligram has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 79°F in July to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 178.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (60.5") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Saligram

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Badabettu School - - - -
Viveka Pre-university College - - - -
Government Higher Primary School, Halladi Harkadi - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saligram

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Saligram

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Corporation Bank Heritage Museum
Dr. T. M. A. Pai Museum
Manipal Museum of Anatomy & Pathology
Old Heritage Village

Libraries in Saligram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arivu Kendra Library0.0
Central Library, Doddanagudde0.0
Digital Library0.0
Health Sciences Library0.0
MIT Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Saligram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Moodubelle Market
Santhekatte Sunday Market
Sony World
Udupi Market

Restaurants in Saligram

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amruth
Hotel Ganesh Prasad
Hotel Latha
Krishnam cafe
Mantap Hotel

Train Stations in Saligram

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barkur

Gas Stations in Saligram

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil

Banks in Saligram

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank Of India

Stadiums & Teams in Saligram

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Airports Near Saligram

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mangaluru International AirportIXELarge Airport

Post Offices in Saligram

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kota Post Office
Mandarthi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saligram

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhandarkeri Matha
Delattu Mahalingeshwara Temple
Divine Park
Gundmi Bhagavathi Ammanavara Temple
Gundmi Bhagavathi Ammanavara Temple
Gundmi Mani Chennakeshava Temple
Koodli Janardhana Temple
Kota Shri Kashimatha
Kripa Kunja
Mahalingeshwara Temple
Pathala Ganapathi Temple
Rajashekara Temple
Sri Amratheshwari Halavu Makkala Thayi Temple
Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Sri Bhairava Ganapathi Temple
Sri Brahmalingeshwara Temple
Sri Guru Narasimha Temple
Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple,
Sri Mata Balekudru
St. Thomas Orthodox Syrian Catholic Church
Theerthabailu Sri Shankara Narayana Temple

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Saligram

What is the population of Saligram?

Saligram has a population of 15,123 residents and is located in India. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 157.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saligram expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saligram?

Saligram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 178.6 inches.

How is the job market in Saligram?

Saligram has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 272 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saligram?

The median home value in Saligram is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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