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Vadakkankulam, India

Tamil Nadu · 🇮🇳 India

Vadakkankulam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 9,220. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,220 Population
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
42.2 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

Population9,220
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp83°F (28°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population9,220
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates8.2588°, 77.6084°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,073 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Vadakkankulam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vadakkankulam 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. Vadakkankulam 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

Vadakkankulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F. Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Vadakkankulam has a population of 9,220. 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

9,220
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vadakkankulam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vadakkankulam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vadakkankulam 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: Vadakkankulam 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 Vadakkankulam, 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: Vadakkankulam 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

Vadakkankulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. 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 194 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above US avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates8.2588°N, 77.6084°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
March 84°F (29°C) 1.3 in
April 86°F (30°C) 3.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 3.7 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 3.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 3.5 in
August 83°F (29°C) 2.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
November 80°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
December 80°F (26°C) 3.6 in Coldest

Vadakkankulam has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F — from 80°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vadakkankulam

What is the population of Vadakkankulam?

Vadakkankulam has a population of 9,220 residents and is located in India.. 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 Vadakkankulam expensive to live in?

Vadakkankulam 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 Vadakkankulam?

Vadakkankulam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Vadakkankulam?

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

How are the schools in Vadakkankulam?

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

How healthy is Vadakkankulam?

The obesity rate in Vadakkankulam 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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