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Sivaganga, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Sivaganga is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 42,785. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
42,785 Population 15,905/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
38.2 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

Population42,785
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density15,905/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units17,114
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population42,785
Population Density15,905 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates9.8470°, 78.4836°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation38.2 inches (969 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Sivaganga

Sivaganga is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 42,785. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sivaganga has a population of 42,785 with a density of 15,905 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

42,785
Total Population
15,905
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sivaganga vs India Average

The median household income in Sivaganga 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 770 business establishments.

Income: Sivaganga 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)770

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sivaganga 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 17,114 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 Units17,114

Property Tax

Climate in Sivaganga

Sivaganga has an average annual temperature of 28.2°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31°C), the coldest is Jan (24.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1147 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.6°C / 76°F 17.9° / 31.7° 52.9
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 18.9° / 35.1° 13.5
Mar 29.2°C / 85°F 21° / 38.9° 10.0
Apr 31°C / 88°F 24.8° / 39.5° 48.1
May 30.8°C / 88°F 25.1° / 39.7° 77.1
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 24.4° / 38.3° 54.2
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 24° / 38° 69.2
Aug 29.4°C / 85°F 23.7° / 37.7° 85.4
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 23.3° / 37.4° 105.4
Oct 27.5°C / 82°F 22.7° / 34.8° 217.7
Nov 25.9°C / 79°F 21.3° / 31.4° 246.0
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 19.3° / 30.1° 167.3
Sivaganga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average84.0°F
56% above India avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density15,905/sq mi
Coordinates9.8470°N, 78.4836°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.2"
0% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 99 km
2011 Thane Category 1 258 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 249 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 194 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 217 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 1.0 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 85°F (30°C) 0.7 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.1 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 2.0 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.8 in
August 86°F (30°C) 5.0 in
September 85°F (30°C) 4.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 8.0 in Wettest
November 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in
December 78°F (26°C) 3.3 in Coldest

Sivaganga has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 78°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Sivaganga

Institution Type Founded Website
Raja Doraisingam Government Arts College College 1947 Visit →

Schools in Sivaganga

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Justin Matric School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Sivaganga

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth — MP3
arumbu-fm — MP3

Museums in Sivaganga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Sivaganga District Museum

Libraries in Sivaganga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ilayangudi Public Library0.0

Clinics in Sivaganga

17 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abinov Physio Center
Almaa Siddha Care
Anandh Clinic
Central Care Clinic
Divakar ENT Clinic
ECHS Polyclinic
Joy Clinic
Maheswaran Clinic
Maya Health Clinic
Mithra Ent Clinic
Murugan Skin Clinic
Nalam Clinic
Psychiatric Centre
Sivagangai Eyecare Centre
Sri Sai Clinic
Vasan Eye Care
Vimala Ganesan Poly Clinic

Dentists in Sivaganga

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sri Chakraa Dental Clinic
Theepam Dental Clinic
Valan Dental Clinic
Valliram Dental Clinic
Vijayaganesh Dental Hospital

Train Stations in Sivaganga

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sivaganga

Bus Stations in Sivaganga

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1083551242

Gas Stations in Sivaganga

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1669612872

Airports Near Sivaganga

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti Airport—Small Airport
Ramnad Naval Air Station—Small Airport

Post Offices in Sivaganga

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sivagangai Head Post office

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 Sivaganga

What is the population of Sivaganga?

Sivaganga has a population of 42,785 residents and is located in India. The population density is 15,905 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sivaganga 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 Sivaganga?

Sivaganga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.

How is the job market in Sivaganga?

Sivaganga 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 770 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sivaganga?

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

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