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Valathoor, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Valathoor is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 5,529. Elevation: 925 ft (282 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,529 Population 15/sq mi density
925 ft Elevation 282 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
33.6 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
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Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$25,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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About Valathoor

Valathoor is a village about 8 kilometres (5 mi) from the town of Gudiyatham in Vellore District, Tamil Nadu, India. There is a railway station about 1 kilometre (1 mi) from the village near Ulli, with the village's name. This station is located in the Katpadi–Jolarpet mainline. There are trains to Bangalore and Chennai. The nearest town is Madanur, on the Chennai — Bengaluru Highway, which is about 2.5 kilometres (2 mi) from Valathoor.

People

Population5,529
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units2,212
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Population5,529
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Coordinates12.8868°, 78.8465°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (854 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Valathoor

Valathoor is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 5,529. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet (282 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Valathoor has a population of 5,529 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 368.2 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,529
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
368.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Valathoor vs India Average

The median household income in Valathoor 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 100 business establishments.

Income: Valathoor 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)100

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Valathoor 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 2,212 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 Units2,212

Property Tax

Valathoor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 925 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above India avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area368.2 sq mi (953.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates12.8868°N, 78.8465°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.6"
12% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 230 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 226 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 267 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 117 km
2011 Thane Category 1 175 km
2010 Laila Category 1 298 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 183 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 173 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 275 km
1989 Gay Category 5 242 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 167 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 162 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
February 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.9 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 2.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 4.2 in
August 83°F (29°C) 4.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Wettest
November 76°F (25°C) 4.3 in
December 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in Coldest

Valathoor has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 73°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (0.2").

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Hotels in Valathoor

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annapoorna Hotel
Annapoorna Hotel

Cafes in Valathoor

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Coffee Day

Train Stations in Valathoor

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Melpatti
Valathoor

Gas Stations in Valathoor

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1360087015
IN #1360087019
IN #250745352

Airports Near Valathoor

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tirupati International AirportTIRLarge Airport
Vellore AirportSmall Airport

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 Valathoor

What is the population of Valathoor?

Valathoor has a population of 5,529 residents and is located in India. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 368.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Valathoor 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 Valathoor?

Valathoor has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches.

How is the job market in Valathoor?

Valathoor 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 100 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Valathoor?

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

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