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Sembedu, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Sembedu is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 12,548. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,548 Population 32/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.4 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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About Sembedu

Sembedu is a village in Vellore district, Tamil Nadu. Sembedu is situated in between Arcot and Kalavai road. It is 16 km from Arcot and 7 km from Kalavai. It belongs to Sembedu Village Panchayati.

People

Population12,548
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density32/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units5,019
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Population12,548
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates13.1298°, 79.5634°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation41.4 inches (1,051 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Sembedu

Sembedu is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 12,548. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sembedu has a population of 12,548 with a density of 32 people per square mile, spread across 398.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,548
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
398.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sembedu vs India Average

The median household income in Sembedu 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 226 business establishments.

Income: Sembedu 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)226

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sembedu 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 5,019 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 Units5,019

Property Tax

Climate in Sembedu

Sembedu has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 15.2° / 31.2° 24.6
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 15.9° / 36° 4.1
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 18.3° / 40.6° 10.3
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 21.8° / 42.6° 19.6
May 31.4°C / 89°F 24° / 42.4° 65.5
Jun 29.8°C / 86°F 23.3° / 39.2° 110.3
Jul 28.1°C / 83°F 22.7° / 37° 144.8
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 22.3° / 36.2° 170.8
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 21.4° / 34.3° 156.6
Oct 26°C / 79°F 20° / 32.7° 152.8
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 18.7° / 30.4° 279.7
Dec 23°C / 73°F 16.3° / 29.5° 146.4
Sembedu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.1°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area398.0 sq mi (1,030.7 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates13.1298°N, 79.5634°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.4"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 162 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 186 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 293 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 37 km
2011 Thane Category 2 163 km
2010 Laila Category 1 216 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 174 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 286 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 195 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 196 km
1989 Gay Category 5 197 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 87 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 184 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 83°F (29°C) 0.3 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.8 in
May 91°F (33°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 2.8 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.3 in
August 85°F (30°C) 6.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.9 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 6.9 in
December 76°F (24°C) 3.2 in

Sembedu has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 76°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sembedu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CSI MIDDLE SCHOOL - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Sembedu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arcot Market
Arcot Market
Uzhavar Santhai

Cafes in Sembedu

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jayapal Tea shop

Train Stations in Sembedu

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anavardikhanpettai

Airports Near Sembedu

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chennai International AirportMAALarge Airport
Tirupati International AirportTIRLarge Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air Station-Small Airport
Tambaram Air Force Station-Small Airport
Vellore Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Sembedu

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Darsha Siddha Clinic
Dr. A. Vanathy Clinic
Dr. Udhaya Kumar Clinic
JK Clinic
Kannans Homoeo Clinic
Kavya Skin Clinic
Nithin's Clinic
Rupa Nursing Home, Ranipet
Sai Ayush Speciality Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sembedu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CSI LIFE REDEEMER CHURCH

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 Sembedu

What is the population of Sembedu?

Sembedu has a population of 12,548 residents and is located in India. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 398.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sembedu 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 Sembedu?

Sembedu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.

How is the job market in Sembedu?

Sembedu 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 226 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sembedu?

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

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