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Virajpet, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Virajpet is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 17,246. Elevation: 2,949 ft (899 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
17,246 Population 5,406/sq mi density
2,949 ft Elevation 899 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
130.3 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

Population17,246
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density5,406/mi²
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 Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain130.3 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation2,949 ft (899 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population17,246
Population Density5,406 / sq mi
Elevation2,949 ft (899 m)
Coordinates12.1964°, 75.8051°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation130.3 inches (3,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Virajpet a Good Place to Live?

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

Virajpet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 130.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Virajpet has a population of 17,246 with a density of 5,406 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. 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

17,246
Total Population
5,406
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Virajpet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Virajpet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virajpet 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: Virajpet 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 Virajpet, 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: Virajpet 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

Virajpet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 130.3 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 2,949 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average71.4°F
32% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall130.3 inches
243% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,949 ft (899 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density5,406/sq mi
Coordinates12.1964°N, 75.8051°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 76°F (25°C) 3.3 in Warmest
May 75°F (24°C) 6.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 22.2 in
July 69°F (20°C) 46.8 in Coldest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 28.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 10.3 in
October 71°F (22°C) 8.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in

Virajpet has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F — from 69°F in July to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 130.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (46.8") 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

Population Density5,406/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Virajpet

What is the population of Virajpet?

Virajpet has a population of 17,246 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,406 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. 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 Virajpet expensive to live in?

Virajpet 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 Virajpet?

Virajpet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 130.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Virajpet?

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

How are the schools in Virajpet?

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

How healthy is Virajpet?

The obesity rate in Virajpet 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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