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Shenkottai, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Shenkottai is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 26,823. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
26,823 Population 248/sq mi density
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
61.5 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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People

Population26,823
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density248/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units10,729
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Population26,823
Population Density248 / sq mi
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates8.9774°, 77.2463°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.5 inches (1,562 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Shenkottai

Shenkottai is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 26,823. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Shenkottai has a population of 26,823 with a density of 248 people per square mile, spread across 108.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,823
Total Population
248
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
108.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shenkottai vs India Average

The median household income in Shenkottai 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 483 business establishments.

Income: Shenkottai 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)483

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shenkottai 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 10,729 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 Units10,729

Property Tax

Climate in Shenkottai

Shenkottai has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.9°C), the coldest is Jan (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1290 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.9°C / 75°F 16.2° / 32.5° 88.0
Feb 26°C / 79°F 16.9° / 36.6° 9.9
Mar 29°C / 84°F 19.3° / 39.6° 21.4
Apr 29.9°C / 86°F 22.7° / 40.3° 67.2
May 28°C / 82°F 22.9° / 38.1° 140.4
Jun 26.5°C / 80°F 21.9° / 33.6° 73.3
Jul 26.1°C / 79°F 21.8° / 33.5° 80.0
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 21.3° / 34.6° 104.1
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 21.3° / 33.6° 113.9
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 20.9° / 32.6° 203.4
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 19.7° / 30.5° 258.6
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 17.6° / 30.2° 129.6
Shenkottai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above India avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area108.2 sq mi (280.2 km²)
Population Density248/sq mi
Coordinates8.9774°N, 77.2463°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.5"
62% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gaja (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 264 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in
April 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 4.0 in Warmest
June 78°F (26°C) 7.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.8 in
August 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
September 78°F (26°C) 3.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 9.7 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 9.0 in
December 74°F (24°C) 4.6 in

Shenkottai has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Shenkottai

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Primary School
Veera Vanchinathan Government Middle School
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Radio Stations near Shenkottai

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fm Kottarakkara classical MP3
Luminous Radio Hindi music MP3 64 kbps
Radio Voxa MP3
Ente Radio MP3 112 kbps

Museums in Shenkottai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Folk Arts Site Museum, Courtallam
Kulathupuzha Forest Museum

Libraries in Shenkottai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Jerin Memorial Library0.0
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Shenkottai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
kamarajar market
Pavoorchatram Daily Market
Peringammala Market

Restaurants in Shenkottai

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bilal Border Parotta
Rahmath parotta kadai

Clinics in Shenkottai

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Appu Poly Clinic
Dr. Ramasamy Clinic
Nava Jeevan Ayurvedic Centre
Seshan's Clinic

Train Stations in Shenkottai

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sengottai

Bus Stations in Shenkottai

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

boarder
Shencottai Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Shenkottai

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
HP

Banks in Shenkottai

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Federal Bank
State Bank of India

Airports Near Shenkottai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Thiruvananthapuram International AirportTRVLarge Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shenkottai

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sengottai Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shenkottai

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Sulaiman Nabi Jumma Masjid
Zion A.G. 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 Shenkottai

What is the population of Shenkottai?

Shenkottai has a population of 26,823 residents and is located in India. The population density is 248 people per square mile, spread across 108.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shenkottai 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 Shenkottai?

Shenkottai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.

How is the job market in Shenkottai?

Shenkottai 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 483 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shenkottai?

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

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