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Tirupporūr, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Tirupporūr is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 13,666. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 83°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,666 Population 86/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 29°C
49.8 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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Full City Profile

People

Population13,666
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density86/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units5,466
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (29°C)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population13,666
Population Density86 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates12.7259°, 80.1895°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (29°C)
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,265 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Tirupporūr

Tirupporūr is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 13,666. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Tirupporūr has a population of 13,666 with a density of 86 people per square mile, spread across 158.7 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,666
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
158.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tirupporūr vs India Average

The median household income in Tirupporūr 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 246 business establishments.

Income: Tirupporūr 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)246

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tirupporūr 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 5,466 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 Units5,466

Property Tax

Climate in Tirupporūr

Tirupporūr has an average annual temperature of 29.2°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (33.2°C), the coldest is Jan (25.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1451 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.4°C / 78°F 20.9° / 30° 21.2
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 21.8° / 31.7° 13.2
Mar 29°C / 84°F 23.9° / 34° 10.4
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 26.4° / 35.9° 21.4
May 33.2°C / 92°F 27.8° / 38.5° 46.7
Jun 32.6°C / 91°F 27.4° / 37.7° 92.4
Jul 31.1°C / 88°F 26.4° / 35.8° 112.9
Aug 30.4°C / 87°F 25.8° / 34.9° 146.0
Sep 29.8°C / 86°F 25.4° / 34.3° 146.4
Oct 28.6°C / 83°F 24.6° / 32.6° 306.0
Nov 26.9°C / 80°F 23.2° / 30.6° 362.6
Dec 25.7°C / 78°F 21.9° / 29.5° 171.7
Tirupporūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.4°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area158.7 sq mi (411.1 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates12.7259°N, 80.1895°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.8"
31% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 13.31"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.16"

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 86 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 1 112 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 231 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 52 km
2011 Thane Category 2 104 km
2010 Laila Category 1 172 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 127 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 263 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 176 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 169 km
1989 Gay Category 5 231 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 45 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in Driest
April 87°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 2.2 in
July 87°F (30°C) 4.1 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.0 in
September 85°F (29°C) 5.2 in
October 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in
November 79°F (26°C) 13.3 in Wettest
December 77°F (25°C) 5.9 in

Tirupporūr has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 76°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (13.3") and March the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Tirupporūr

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SMK Fomra Institute Of Technology
PSB Polytechnic College
Vellore International School (VIS) - Chennai
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Radio Stations near Tirupporūr

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Magesh Tamil Radio folk music, melody MP3
Radio City chennai AAC+ 64 kbps
Magesh online radio 24/7 magesh, tamil MP3
Inbam fm christian MP3 128 kbps
Chennai live talk radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Tirupporūr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hindu House
Hindu House
India Seashell Museum
Lighthouse Heritage Museum
Maritime Museum
Modern Art Gallery
Syrian Christian House

Libraries in Tirupporūr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Agaram Then panchayat Library0.0
Agaram Then panchayat Library0.0
Ambedkar Bhagat Singh DYFI Library0.0
Ambedkar Bhagat Singh DYFI Library0.0
Branch library0.0
CDC 5 Learning Centre0.0
CDC 5 Library0.0
District Library Chengalpattu0.0
Founder's block0.0
Kallukuttai Community Network Centre0.0
Kallukuttai Community Network Centre0.0
Little Lending Library0.0
Little Lending Library0.0
Miller Memorial Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Semmozhi Tamil Library0.0
Semmozhi Tamil Library0.0
SRM Library0.0
State Library0.0
Teacher's Colony Branch Library0.0
VIT Chennai Library0.0
பாரதி அறிவுடைமை பொது நூலகம்0.0

Farmers Markets in Tirupporūr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhagawan Fish Market
hariom harwares
kottivakkam seafood Market
Palavakkam Fish Market
Palavakkam PDS Center (Ration SHOP) ,TNSCC
Vasanth & Co
Vasanth & Co

Restaurants in Tirupporūr

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waves Restaurant

Theme Parks in Tirupporūr

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wonderla Amusement Park, Chennai

Clinics in Tirupporūr

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Moorthi Poly Clinic
Sri Sakthi Clinic

Dentists in Tirupporūr

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shri Shankaram Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Tirupporūr

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thiruporur Bus Stand

Stadiums & Teams in Tirupporūr

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tirupporūr

3 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tirupporūr

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arulmigu Thiru Kala Bairavar Malai Koil
Chelliamman Temple
Gangai Amman Koil
Jain Navgraha Temple - Museum
Kailāsanārāyanaswāmi
Sozhanthangal Sivan temple
Sree Jalagandeswarar temple
Sree Mareeswarar Temple
Sree Parasathamman Temple
Sri Senthavalli Amman temple, Thaiyur
Sri Vandavarasi Amman Kovil
Sri Vendarasi Amman Kovil
Subrahmanyaswāmi
Thirupporur Murugan Temple

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 Tirupporūr

What is the population of Tirupporūr?

Tirupporūr has a population of 13,666 residents and is located in India. The population density is 86 people per square mile, spread across 158.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tirupporūr 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 Tirupporūr?

Tirupporūr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.

How is the job market in Tirupporūr?

Tirupporūr 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 246 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tirupporūr?

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

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