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Sholinghur, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Sholinghur is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 30,856. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
30,856 Population 8,408/sq mi density
515 ft Elevation 157 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
39.3 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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Full City Profile

People

Population30,856
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density8,408/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units12,342
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Population30,856
Population Density8,408 / sq mi
Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Coordinates13.1181°, 79.4203°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (997 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Sholinghur

Sholinghur is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 30,856. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sholinghur has a population of 30,856 with a density of 8,408 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

30,856
Total Population
8,408
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sholinghur vs India Average

The median household income in Sholinghur 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 555 business establishments.

Income: Sholinghur 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)555

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sholinghur 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 12,342 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 Units12,342

Property Tax

Climate in Sholinghur

Sholinghur 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
Sholinghur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average82.6°F
53% above India avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density8,408/sq mi
Coordinates13.1181°N, 79.4203°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.3"
3% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

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 1 171 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 195 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 293 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 52 km
2011 Thane Category 2 166 km
2010 Laila Category 1 231 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 177 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 299 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 192 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 209 km
1989 Gay Category 5 200 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 100 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
February 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.3 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.9 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.3 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 2.9 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.3 in
August 85°F (29°C) 5.5 in
September 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.5 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Sholinghur has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 75°F in December to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Sholinghur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Thiruvalluvar University Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sholinghur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arcot Market
Arcot Market
Uzhavar Santhai

Clinics in Sholinghur

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emergency medical aid in temple
Gs Clinic, Sholinghur

Bus Stations in Sholinghur

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #11801404259

Airports Near Sholinghur

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 Sholinghur

13 treatment centers.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sholinghur

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Doddacarya Mandapam
Ghatkacala
Sri Anjaneya Temple
Sri Bhakthositha Swamy Temple
Varadaraja Swamy
Yoga Narasimha Swamy

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 Sholinghur

What is the population of Sholinghur?

Sholinghur has a population of 30,856 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8,408 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sholinghur 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 Sholinghur?

Sholinghur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.3 inches.

How is the job market in Sholinghur?

Sholinghur 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 555 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sholinghur?

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

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