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Virudhachalam, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Virudhachalam is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 73,585. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
73,585 Population 273/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
84°F Avg Temperature 29°C
43.4 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

Population73,585
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density273/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units29,434
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp84°F (29°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population73,585
Population Density273 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates11.5150°, 79.3282°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature84°F (29°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Virudhachalam

Virudhachalam is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 73,585. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 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 43.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Virudhachalam has a population of 73,585 with a density of 273 people per square mile, spread across 270.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

73,585
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
270.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Virudhachalam vs India Average

The median household income in Virudhachalam 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 1,325 business establishments.

Income: Virudhachalam 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)1,325

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Virudhachalam 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 29,434 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.

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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 Units29,434

Property Tax

Climate in Virudhachalam

Virudhachalam has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1246 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24.3°C / 76°F 17.8° / 31.2° 46.9
Feb 25.8°C / 78°F 19.1° / 34.8° 12.9
Mar 28.8°C / 84°F 21° / 39.3° 9.8
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 24° / 40.5° 19.0
May 31.7°C / 89°F 25.2° / 41.4° 73.3
Jun 30.6°C / 87°F 24.8° / 39.3° 64.2
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 24.2° / 37.6° 100.8
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 23.8° / 37.6° 132.1
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 23.3° / 36.2° 126.5
Oct 27.5°C / 81°F 22.6° / 34.6° 174.6
Nov 26°C / 79°F 21.2° / 31.3° 324.1
Dec 24.8°C / 77°F 19.1° / 30.2° 162.3
Virudhachalam 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 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average83.7°F
55% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area270.0 sq mi (699.2 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates11.5150°N, 79.3282°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M5.2 on Sep 25, 2001.

Sep 25, 2001 39 km SE of Marakkanam, India M5.2 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nivar (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nivar Category 1 142 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 116 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 187 km
2011 Thane Category 2 66 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 63 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 13 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 271 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 145 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 4 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
February 80°F (27°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 84°F (29°C) 0.5 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 1.9 in
July 87°F (30°C) 3.3 in
August 86°F (30°C) 6.3 in
September 85°F (30°C) 5.6 in
October 83°F (28°C) 8.3 in Wettest
November 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in Coldest

Virudhachalam has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in December to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.3") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Virudhachalam

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
KSR Hi-Tech Senior Secondary School
Jayapriya Vidyalaya Senior Secondary School
Auxilium Matriculation School
Antony Public School
Government Boys Higher Secondary School
Infant Matriculation Higher Secondary School
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Libraries in Virudhachalam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Neyveli Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Virudhachalam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Market
Thursday Marketplace
Tuesday Marketplace
Weekly vegitable market

Gas Stations in Virudhachalam

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum
HP
HP
IN #11179765691
Nayara
Nayara

Banks in Virudhachalam

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ICICI Bank
Indian Bank
State Bank of India
Tamil Nadu Grama Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Virudhachalam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Virudhachalam

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pondicherry AirportPNYMedium Airport
Neyveli AirportNVYSmall 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 Virudhachalam

What is the population of Virudhachalam?

Virudhachalam has a population of 73,585 residents and is located in India. The population density is 273 people per square mile, spread across 270.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Virudhachalam 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 Virudhachalam?

Virudhachalam 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 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Virudhachalam?

Virudhachalam 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 1,325 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Virudhachalam?

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

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