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Udangudi, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Udangudi is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 19,738. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,738 Population 4,733/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
26.5 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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About Udangudi

Udangudi is a Panchayat town in Thoothukudi district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population19,738
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4,733/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units7,895
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population19,738
Population Density4,733 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates8.4292°, 78.0297°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (674 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Udangudi

Udangudi is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 19,738. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 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 26.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Udangudi has a population of 19,738 with a density of 4,733 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,738
Total Population
4,733
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Udangudi vs India Average

The median household income in Udangudi 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 355 business establishments.

Income: Udangudi 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)355

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Udangudi 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 7,895 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 Units7,895

Property Tax

Climate in Udangudi

Udangudi has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.2°C), the coldest is Jan (26.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1096 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.2°C / 79°F 22.3° / 30.2° 101.9
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 22.9° / 32.1° 16.8
Mar 28.9°C / 84°F 24.7° / 34.5° 21.0
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 26.7° / 35.4° 40.7
May 30.1°C / 86°F 26.9° / 35.4° 78.8
Jun 29.3°C / 85°F 26.2° / 33.9° 29.7
Jul 28.9°C / 84°F 25.7° / 34° 29.1
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 25.7° / 34.1° 44.4
Sep 28.8°C / 84°F 25.7° / 33.9° 62.7
Oct 28.2°C / 83°F 25.4° / 32.8° 185.6
Nov 27.2°C / 81°F 24.3° / 31.1° 311.0
Dec 26.5°C / 80°F 23.1° / 29.8° 174.7
Udangudi 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 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average84.1°F
56% above India avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density4,733/sq mi
Coordinates8.4292°N, 78.0297°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 8.98"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 259 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 66 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in
February 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in
March 85°F (29°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (30°C) 2.1 in
May 88°F (31°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 0.5 in
July 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
August 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in Driest
September 86°F (30°C) 0.7 in
October 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
November 81°F (27°C) 9.0 in Wettest
December 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in Coldest

Udangudi has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 80°F in December to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.0") and August the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Udangudi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
TDTA Hr Sec school
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Radio Stations near Udangudi

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Paramankurichi MP3 128 kbps
Nellai FM MP3
AIR Tuticorin news, tamil music AAC+ 78 kbps

Libraries in Udangudi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Udangudi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
BMC Complex
Daily Market
Monday Market
Sandhai
Thisaiyanvillai market
Wednesday Weekly Market

Restaurants in Udangudi

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JD Hotel
Valli

Clinics in Udangudi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bejan Singh Eye Care Centre

Dentists in Udangudi

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meera Speciality Dental Hospital

Bus Stations in Udangudi

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Udangudi main bus stand

Gas Stations in Udangudi

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #2268366798

Stadiums & Teams in Udangudi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Udangudi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kovilpatti AirportSmall Airport
Tuticorin AirportTCRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Udangudi

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amman Temple Sabapathipuram
Arultharum Mutharamman Thirukovil
Holy Cross Catholic Church Manapad
Holy Spirit Church
Iynduveetu Swamy Kovil
Mutharamman Kovil
Rengavinayagar Temple
Shri Veera Manohari Amman
Sri Uchinimakkalli Temple
St. Anne's Church
St. Anne's Flagstaff
St. George's Church Manapad
St. James Church Manapad

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 Udangudi

What is the population of Udangudi?

Udangudi has a population of 19,738 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,733 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Udangudi 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 Udangudi?

Udangudi 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 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Udangudi?

Udangudi 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 355 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Udangudi?

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

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