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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
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
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population19,738
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density4,733/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
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 Age28.7 years

Is Udangudi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Udangudi receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Udangudi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Udangudi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

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 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,738
Total Population
4,733
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Udangudi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Udangudi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Udangudi is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Udangudi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Udangudi, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Udangudi vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

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

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").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,733/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Udangudi expensive to live in?

Udangudi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Udangudi?

Udangudi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Udangudi?

34.4% of adults in Udangudi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Udangudi?

The obesity rate in Udangudi is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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