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Vellanikkara, India

Kerala · 🇮🇳 India

Vellanikkara is a small city in Kerala, India with a population of 6,167. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,167 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
120.6 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

Population6,167
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 Temp81°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain120.6 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population6,167
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates10.5475°, 76.2583°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKerala
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation120.6 inches (3,063 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Vellanikkara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vellanikkara receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Vellanikkara 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

Vellanikkara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F. Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 186 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 120.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Vellanikkara has a population of 6,167. 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

6,167
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vellanikkara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vellanikkara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vellanikkara 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: Vellanikkara 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 Vellanikkara, 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: Vellanikkara 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

Vellanikkara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 120.6 inches (wetter 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 66 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above US avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall120.6 inches
217% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates10.5475°N, 76.2583°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
March 85°F (29°C) 1.0 in
April 86°F (30°C) 3.8 in Warmest
May 84°F (29°C) 10.2 in
June 80°F (26°C) 26.4 in
July 78°F (26°C) 31.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 18.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 11.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
December 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in

Vellanikkara has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 78°F in July to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 120.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (31.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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 Vellanikkara

What is the population of Vellanikkara?

Vellanikkara has a population of 6,167 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 Vellanikkara expensive to live in?

Vellanikkara 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 Vellanikkara?

Vellanikkara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 120.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Vellanikkara?

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

How are the schools in Vellanikkara?

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

How healthy is Vellanikkara?

The obesity rate in Vellanikkara 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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