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Velampālaiyam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Velampālaiyam is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 87,427. Elevation: 1,037 ft (316 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
87,427 Population 2,456/sq mi density
1,037 ft Elevation 316 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
24.4 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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People

Population87,427
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density2,456/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units34,971
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Population87,427
Population Density2,456 / sq mi
Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Coordinates11.1376°, 77.3106°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation24.4 inches (619 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Velampālaiyam

Velampālaiyam is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 87,427. The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet (316 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Velampālaiyam has a population of 87,427 with a density of 2,456 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

87,427
Total Population
2,456
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
35.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Velampālaiyam vs India Average

The median household income in Velampālaiyam 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 33 business establishments.

Income: Velampālaiyam 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)33

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare27
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Velampālaiyam 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 34,971 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 Units34,971

Property Tax

Climate in Velampālaiyam

Velampālaiyam has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.4°C), the coldest is Dec (23.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 991 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.2°C / 76°F 16° / 33.6° 27.1
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 17.3° / 37.4° 4.3
Mar 29.7°C / 85°F 19.1° / 40.3° 14.6
Apr 31.4°C / 89°F 23.2° / 41.3° 47.0
May 30°C / 86°F 23.4° / 40.1° 92.3
Jun 28.1°C / 82°F 22.4° / 36.6° 69.8
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35° 90.0
Aug 27°C / 81°F 21.6° / 35.4° 121.6
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 21.3° / 34.7° 116.2
Oct 26°C / 79°F 20.3° / 34.2° 191.8
Nov 24.7°C / 76°F 18.8° / 30.9° 141.4
Dec 23.9°C / 75°F 16.9° / 31° 74.9
Velampālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 24.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,037 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,037 ft (316 m)
Area35.6 sq mi (92.2 km²)
Population Density2,456/sq mi
Coordinates11.1376°N, 77.3106°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.4"
36% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.34"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 208 km
2011 Thane Category 1 289 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 287 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 219 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
February 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 85°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 2.9 in
June 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 1.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 1.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
October 80°F (26°C) 6.3 in Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 4.4 in
December 76°F (24°C) 2.0 in Coldest

Velampālaiyam has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 76°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Velampālaiyam

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hand Of Jesus - CHINESE christian MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Velampālaiyam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PSG GRD Museum of Science & Technology

Libraries in Velampālaiyam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
KPR Central Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Branch Library0.0
Public Village Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Velampālaiyam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Annur saturday market (weekly market)
Daily market
Daily market
Sandhai
Sulur Market
Thekalur weekly market
Thekkalur Weekly market
Tirupur Daily Market
Tirupur Market
Ulavar Sandhai (Farmers Market)
Weekly Market (sandhai)
Weekly Vegetable Market

Clinics in Velampālaiyam

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chandar Nursing Home, Tiruppur

Gas Stations in Velampālaiyam

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #691729549
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Velampālaiyam

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank

Airports Near Velampālaiyam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coimbatore International AirportCJBLarge Airport
Coimbatore Air Force StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Velampālaiyam

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Majid-ul-Bakki

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Velampālaiyam

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 26
Pharmacies 1
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 1
Banks 4
Parks 1
Police Stations 1
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 4

🇮🇳 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 Velampālaiyam

What is the population of Velampālaiyam?

Velampālaiyam has a population of 87,427 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,456 people per square mile, spread across 35.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Velampālaiyam 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 Velampālaiyam?

Velampālaiyam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.4 inches.

How is the job market in Velampālaiyam?

Velampālaiyam 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 33 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Velampālaiyam?

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

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