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Vallam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Vallam is a small city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 16,758. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,758 Population 5,720/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
35.5 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 Vallam

Vallam is a panchayat town in the Thanjavur taluk of Thanjavur district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

People

Population16,758
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density5,720/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units6,703
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population16,758
Population Density5,720 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates10.7199°, 79.0598°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (901 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Vallam

Vallam is a small city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 16,758. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Vallam has a population of 16,758 with a density of 5,720 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,758
Total Population
5,720
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Vallam vs India Average

The median household income in Vallam 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 302 business establishments.

Income: Vallam vs India

Commute Mode

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)302

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Vallam 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 6,703 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 Units6,703

Property Tax

Climate in Vallam

Vallam has an average annual temperature of 28°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1069 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 16.8° / 32.4° 46.2
Feb 26.1°C / 79°F 17.8° / 36.1° 11.1
Mar 29.3°C / 85°F 19.9° / 40.1° 8.9
Apr 31.4°C / 88°F 24.1° / 40.9° 35.5
May 31.2°C / 88°F 24.8° / 40.7° 76.1
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 23.9° / 38.8° 61.7
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 23.7° / 37.9° 75.7
Aug 29°C / 84°F 23.2° / 37.8° 102.1
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 22.6° / 37.1° 118.5
Oct 27.2°C / 81°F 21.8° / 35° 187.5
Nov 25.6°C / 78°F 20.4° / 31.6° 210.5
Dec 24.5°C / 76°F 18.2° / 30.3° 135.3
Vallam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 35.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.5°F
55% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density5,720/sq mi
Coordinates10.7199°N, 79.0598°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.97"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.59"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 207 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 25 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 280 km
2011 Thane Category 2 142 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 134 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 80 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 204 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 91 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.2 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.0 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.4 in
July 87°F (30°C) 2.8 in
August 86°F (30°C) 4.2 in
September 85°F (29°C) 4.1 in
October 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in Wettest
November 80°F (26°C) 6.6 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.2 in

Vallam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.0") and February the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Vallam

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Periyar Maniammai University (PMU) - - - -
P.U.Middle School - - - -
Vidyaa vikas educational Institutions - - - -
St Mary's High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Vallam

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JN FM TAMIL music MP3

Museums in Vallam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Thanjavur Maratha Palace and Museum

Libraries in Vallam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre0.0
Saraswati Sadan - Central Library0.0
small library0.0
TMC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Vallam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sarafoji market
Vegetable Market
Vegetable Market
Vegetable market

Hotels in Vallam

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pons Family Restaurant

Restaurants in Vallam

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Green Leaf
Hotel Nova
Junior Kuppanna
Kumbakonam Iyer Kaapi
Namma Ooru Idli
New Canopy
New Krishna Canteen (KC)
New Punjabi Dhabba
old Canopy
Red Chilly
Southern Canopy
Thanjai Nova

Cafes in Vallam

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ayyangran Coffee
Canopy
Green Bunnies
Kaapi Kudil

Clinics in Vallam

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Sugapriya Clinic
GTM Health Care

Bus Stations in Vallam

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vallam main bus station

Gas Stations in Vallam

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
HP
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Petro
Sri Shwetha Agency

Banks in Vallam

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Union Bank
Punjab National Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Vallam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vallam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tiruchirappalli International AirportTRZLarge Airport
Thanjavur Air Force StationTJVSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Vallam

38 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A K C Nursing Home
Abraham Pandithar Siddha Clinic
Arut Jothi Siddha Clinic
Dr. A Mutthu Mahesh Clinic
Dr. Ashok Kumar Skin and Hair Care Clinic
Dr. K. Balamurali.Neurologist
Dr. K. Balamurugan Brain Specialist
Dr. M. Priya Children's Care
Dr. Manimegalai Clinic
Dr. R.G.K Eye Care Centre
Dr. R.K. Nursing Home
Dr. Vinnarasan Skin Specialist
Dr.Agarwals Eye Hospital, Tanjore
Dr.Anusuya Gynecologist EBK CLINIC
Dr.Babu ENT
Dr.C. Rajasekaran ENT Clinic
Dr.Navamani Clinic
Dr.Rajalakshmi clinic
Dr.Senthil Skin and Hair Clinic
ECHS Polyiclinic
Gowri Sankar Kidney Care Centre
Guru Clinic
Heart Care Centre
Janaki Nursing Home
K. Kanda Pazhanivel Poly Clinic
M.V.K. Nursing Home
Mohan ENT Centre
Murali Gastro Clinic
National Clinic
Original Mahalingam Piles & Fistula Clinic
Raja Rajan Nursing Home
Rani Clinic
Samattva Naturopathy Yoga Clinic
Shri Lakshmi Scans and Clinic
Sri Selva Clinic
Surya Siddha Varma Clinic
Thangasaradha Nursing Home
Thirumalai Ortho Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vallam

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chinnamai Kallarai Church
Masjid
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 Vallam

What is the population of Vallam?

Vallam has a population of 16,758 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,720 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Vallam 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 Vallam?

Vallam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches.

How is the job market in Vallam?

Vallam 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 302 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Vallam?

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

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