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Sithurajapuram, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Sithurajapuram is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 16,860. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,860 Population 54/sq mi density
351 ft Elevation 107 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
32.8 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 Sithurajapuram

Sithurajapuram is an area of Sivakasi Corporation in Virudhunagar district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
There is a phc in sithurajapuram run by the government of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population16,860
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density54/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,744
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Population16,860
Population Density54 / sq mi
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates9.4214°, 77.7873°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Sithurajapuram

Sithurajapuram is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 16,860. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet (107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sithurajapuram has a population of 16,860 with a density of 54 people per square mile, spread across 314.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,860
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
314.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sithurajapuram vs India Average

The median household income in Sithurajapuram 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 303 business establishments.

Income: Sithurajapuram 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)303

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sithurajapuram 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 6,744 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 Units6,744

Property Tax

Climate in Sithurajapuram

Sithurajapuram has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1341 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 15.3° / 31.4° 59.9
Feb 24.8°C / 77°F 15.6° / 35.2° 8.3
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 17.7° / 38.4° 22.2
Apr 28.8°C / 84°F 21.4° / 39.1° 75.4
May 27.4°C / 81°F 21.8° / 37.5° 129.0
Jun 25.8°C / 78°F 20.6° / 33.8° 89.9
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 20.8° / 32.8° 111.3
Aug 25.2°C / 77°F 20.2° / 33.9° 136.0
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 20° / 32.3° 128.6
Oct 24.5°C / 76°F 19.7° / 31.6° 238.1
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 18.6° / 29.2° 223.3
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 16.6° / 28.8° 118.6
Sithurajapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 351 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average84.4°F
56% above India avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area314.2 sq mi (813.6 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates9.4214°N, 77.7873°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 187 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 275 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 178 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
February 83°F (28°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 1.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 3.0 in
May 89°F (31°C) 2.0 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 1.1 in
July 86°F (30°C) 1.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 1.7 in
September 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in
October 83°F (29°C) 7.5 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.1 in Coldest

Sithurajapuram has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Sithurajapuram

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth MP3
arumbu-fm MP3

Libraries in Sithurajapuram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Government Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sithurajapuram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market

Stadiums & Teams in Sithurajapuram

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sithurajapuram

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport
Tuticorin AirportTCRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sithurajapuram

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aruzhmigu Katavarayan Kamatchiamman Kovil
Kaliamman Kovil

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 Sithurajapuram

What is the population of Sithurajapuram?

Sithurajapuram has a population of 16,860 residents and is located in India. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 314.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sithurajapuram 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 Sithurajapuram?

Sithurajapuram has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

How is the job market in Sithurajapuram?

Sithurajapuram 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 303 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sithurajapuram?

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

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