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Tenambākkam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Tenambākkam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 13,994. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,994 Population 45/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
43.4 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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Full City Profile

People

Population13,994
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density45/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units5,598
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Population13,994
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates12.8102°, 79.7341°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Tenambākkam

Tenambākkam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 13,994. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet (79 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 43.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Tenambākkam has a population of 13,994 with a density of 45 people per square mile, spread across 310.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,994
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
310.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tenambākkam vs India Average

The median household income in Tenambākkam 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 252 business establishments.

Income: Tenambākkam 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)252

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tenambākkam 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 5,598 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 Units5,598

Property Tax

Climate in Tenambākkam

Tenambākkam has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (31.3°C), the coldest is Jan (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1521 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.4°C / 76°F 19.6° / 29.7° 41.3
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 20.1° / 33° 4.6
Mar 28.4°C / 83°F 21.9° / 37.3° 10.5
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 24.4° / 39.1° 14.7
May 31.3°C / 88°F 25.9° / 40.2° 55.2
Jun 30.5°C / 87°F 25.4° / 38.3° 117.2
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 24.7° / 36.2° 153.0
Aug 28.7°C / 84°F 24.5° / 35.7° 171.3
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.6° / 33.9° 158.2
Oct 27.5°C / 81°F 23.3° / 32.6° 186.4
Nov 26.3°C / 79°F 22.4° / 30.2° 405.1
Dec 25°C / 77°F 20.6° / 29.3° 203.1
Tenambākkam 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 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 259 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.2°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area310.5 sq mi (804.2 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates12.8102°N, 79.7341°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.74"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.20"

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 M5.2 108 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 1 187 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 147 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 253 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 37 km
2011 Thane Category 2 125 km
2010 Laila Category 1 210 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 136 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 292 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 164 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 202 km
1989 Gay Category 5 230 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 95 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 153 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) 0.3 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 2.7 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.1 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.6 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.2 in
October 82°F (28°C) 8.7 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.4 in
December 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in

Tenambākkam has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Tenambākkam

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pachaiyappa's College For Men
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Radio Stations near Tenambākkam

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Magesh Tamil Radio folk music, melody MP3
Magesh online radio 24/7 magesh, tamil MP3

Museums in Tenambākkam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kanchi Kudil
Kanchi Kudil

Libraries in Tenambākkam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anna branch library, csm street0.0
Anna branch library, csm street0.0
anna library0.0
anna library0.0
District Library Chengalpattu0.0
District library office, kanchipuram0.0
District library office, kanchipuram0.0
Dr. A.C. Muthiah Central Library, SVCE0.0
Perarignar Anna Full time branch library, kanchipuram0.0
Perarignar Anna Full time branch library, kanchipuram0.0

Gas Stations in Tenambākkam

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1141197876

Stadiums & Teams in Tenambākkam

TeamLeagueDivision
Parade ground

Airports Near Tenambākkam

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chennai International AirportMAALarge Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air StationSmall Airport
Tambaram Air Force StationSmall Airport
Vellore AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Tenambākkam

25 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Almaa Siddha Care Clinic
Anandhi Skin Specialist
Apple Physiotherapy Clinic
CM ENT Clinic
Devi Perumal Clinic
Dr. Aravind Clinic
Dr. Ehzil Clinic
Dr. Kumarguru Clinic
Dr. Netaji Clinic
Dr. P. Vijayalakshmi Clinic
Dr. T.S Umesh Clinic
J H Physio Clinic
Janani clinic
K.H Hospital , Kanchipuram
Melitha Clinic
Radha sankar clinic
Rani Multi Speciality Clinic
S.M. Physiocare
Shakti Eye Care and Opticals
Shri Rasi Homeo Clinic
Siddha Clinic
Sri Lakshmi Eye Clinic
Sri Vinayak Child Care
Sugam Physiotherapy and Pain Relief Clinic
Suriya Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tenambākkam

89 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aanjanayer Swami Thiru Temple
Amudaval
Anandapadmanaba Perumal
Anantalvar Sannati
Anjaneyar
Anjaneyar
Arulmigu Mavadiamman
Attigiri Arulala Bhajanai Perumal
Avatara Utsava Mandapam
Balalokeshwari Amman Temple
Bhakta Anjaneyar Mandapam
Bhakta Anjaneyar Svami
Bhuvanagiri Amman
Bhuvaraha Perumal
Brahmapureeswarar
Celva Vinayakar
Celva Vinayakar Siva Vishnu
Chinna Muthu Maariyamman Temple
Gangadeeswarar
Gangai Amman, Gangatamman
Gangaiamman Temple
Haribhajanai Koyil
Kaali Amman Temple
Kaalikaambal Temple
Kanchi Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Kanniyamman
Krishnapremi Pathasalai
Maariyamman Temple
Mandapa
Mavatiyamman
Murugan Temple
Muthaalamman Temple
Nagatamman
Nagathamman Temple
Nalvazhi Vinayagar
Pachai Amman
Perundevi Tayar
Pilayar Temple
Pilayar Temple
Pilayar Temple
Prativadi Bhayankar Gadi Swami Thirumaligai (Sri Kanchi PB Mutt)
Punyakoteeswarar
Ramalinga Satyajnana Sabhai
Ramanuja Tirumalikai
Renuga Parameswari Temple
Sakti Vinayaka
Sanjeevaraaya Aanjanayer Temple
Saptavarnamandapa Anjaneyar
Seeni Vaasa Perumal Temple
Sellaiamman Temple
Selva Vinayagar Temple
Shiva Sudalai Maharaja
Shivasthanam Lingam
Sitha Vinayagar Temple
Siva Durgai Temple
Sri Bajanai Temple
Sri Gadi Swami Padasala
Sri Mangalanayagi Temple
Sri Padavettamman Temple
Sri Ramapaktha Aanjanayer Thiru Temple
Sri Sakkarath Aalvar
Sri Sanjeevaraya Anjeneyar Temple
Sri Selva Ganapathy Temple
Sri Siva Durga Temple
Sri Sudhandhiravinayagar
Sri Sundharavinayagar Temple
Sri Uttarad Matha Temple
Sri Varadharaja Perumal Temple
Sri Varaga Vinayagar
Sri Varasidhi Vinayagar Temple
Swami desikan sannadhi
Swami Ramanuja sannadhi
Thambiran Ishvaran
Thiru Neelakanda Naayanar Temple
Tiraupati Amman
Uttaradhi Srivaishnava Mutt
Varada Vinayakar
Varasakthi Vinayagar
Varasithi Vinayagar
Vedavaneswarar Sadhavaram
Velathamman
Velathamman
Venkatesa Perumal Street
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar Temple
Vinayagar Temple
Yadava Chattra
Yoganarasimha

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 Tenambākkam

What is the population of Tenambākkam?

Tenambākkam has a population of 13,994 residents and is located in India. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 310.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tenambākkam 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 Tenambākkam?

Tenambākkam 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 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Tenambākkam?

Tenambākkam 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 252 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tenambākkam?

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

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