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Tharangambadi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Tharangambadi is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 23,191. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,191 Population 242/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
51.5 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

Population23,191
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density242/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units9,276
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population23,191
Population Density242 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates11.0276°, 79.8543°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,308 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Tharangambadi

Tharangambadi is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 23,191. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Tharangambadi has a population of 23,191 with a density of 242 people per square mile, spread across 95.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,191
Total Population
242
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
95.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tharangambadi vs India Average

The median household income in Tharangambadi 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 417 business establishments.

Income: Tharangambadi 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)417

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tharangambadi 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 9,276 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 Units9,276

Property Tax

Climate in Tharangambadi

Tharangambadi has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (30.5°C), the coldest is Jan (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1295 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 23.2° / 28.4° 55.4
Feb 26.5°C / 80°F 23.7° / 29.9° 15.2
Mar 28.2°C / 83°F 24.9° / 32.9° 12.9
Apr 29.9°C / 86°F 26.8° / 34° 31.0
May 30.5°C / 87°F 27.4° / 35° 96.6
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 27° / 34.5° 74.8
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 26.4° / 33.8° 99.4
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 26.2° / 33.5° 111.2
Sep 28.9°C / 84°F 26° / 32.9° 125.2
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.8° 185.1
Nov 27.3°C / 81°F 24.8° / 29.7° 317.5
Dec 26.4°C / 80°F 23.5° / 28.8° 170.5
Tharangambadi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.3°F
54% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area95.8 sq mi (248.1 km²)
Population Density242/sq mi
Coordinates11.0276°N, 79.8543°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.5"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 15.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

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 M5.2 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 118 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 61 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 231 km
2011 Thane Category 2 75 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 64 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 21 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 225 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 111 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 20 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.0 in
May 89°F (31°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.2 in
August 85°F (30°C) 4.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 3.7 in
October 83°F (28°C) 9.2 in
November 80°F (27°C) 15.4 in Wettest
December 78°F (25°C) 9.8 in

Tharangambadi has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (15.4") and February the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Tharangambadi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sri Guru Gnana Sambandar Mission Matriculation School
GPS Kalikuppam
St. Theresa Girls' Highschool
Chinoorpet Pantayal Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Tharangambadi

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Harrish Jayaraj tamil, tamil cinema music MP3

Museums in Tharangambadi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dansborg
Silappathikara Art Gallery
Tharangambadi Maritime Museum

Libraries in Tharangambadi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
sayabu marakayar library0.0
Tharangambadi Government Public Library0.0

Hotels in Tharangambadi

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bungalow on the Beach
GK Residency
Hotel Aishwaryam
Hotel Chella Residency
Hotel Guru
Hotel Krishna Bhavan
Hotel Manivizha
Hotel Sadhabishegam
Hotel Tamil Nadu
The Gate House

Restaurants in Tharangambadi

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akshayam
Bismi
Legacy

Bus Stations in Tharangambadi

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #4537651694

Gas Stations in Tharangambadi

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Banks in Tharangambadi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Tharangambadi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tharangambadi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tharangambadi

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brahmapureeswarar Temple
Masilamani Nathar Temple
New Jerusalem Church
Renuka Devi Amman Temple
Sri Abhirami Sametha Amirthagadeshwarar Temple
Sri Angalamman Temple
Sri Ellaiamman Temple
Sri Perumal Temple
Temple6
Thiruvidaikazhi Murugan Temple - Thirupadam
Tranquebar Mosque
Twins Vinayagar Temple
Varasithi Vinayagar
Vinayagayar Kovil
Ziegenbalg Spiritual Centre
Zion 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 Tharangambadi

What is the population of Tharangambadi?

Tharangambadi has a population of 23,191 residents and is located in India. The population density is 242 people per square mile, spread across 95.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tharangambadi 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 Tharangambadi?

Tharangambadi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches.

How is the job market in Tharangambadi?

Tharangambadi 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 417 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tharangambadi?

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

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