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Virudunagar, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Virudunagar is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 73,273. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 85°F (29°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
73,273 Population 29,665/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
85°F Avg Temperature 29°C
32.4 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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Full City Profile

People

Population73,273
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density29,665/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units29,309
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp85°F (29°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population73,273
Population Density29,665 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates9.5851°, 77.9579°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature85°F (29°C)
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Virudunagar

Virudunagar is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 73,273. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 85°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Virudunagar has a population of 73,273 with a density of 29,665 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

73,273
Total Population
29,665
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Virudunagar vs India Average

The median household income in Virudunagar 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 87 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.

Income: Virudunagar 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)87

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare45
Retail2

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Virudunagar 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 29,309 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 Units29,309

Property Tax

Climate in Virudunagar

Virudunagar has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Dec (24.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1179 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 17.8° / 33.4° 60.7
Feb 27.1°C / 81°F 18.3° / 37.4° 10.3
Mar 29.8°C / 86°F 20.7° / 40.5° 16.9
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 24.4° / 40.9° 60.9
May 30.5°C / 87°F 24.3° / 40.2° 88.1
Jun 29.2°C / 85°F 23.5° / 38.2° 63.2
Jul 28.8°C / 84°F 23.4° / 37.8° 77.7
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 22.9° / 38° 99.3
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 22.6° / 37.1° 98.8
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 22.3° / 35.5° 228.4
Nov 25.8°C / 78°F 20.9° / 31.4° 244.4
Dec 24.9°C / 77°F 19.2° / 30.9° 130.3
Virudunagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (26°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average84.6°F
57% above India avg
January Average80°F (26°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density29,665/sq mi
Coordinates9.5851°N, 77.9579°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Gaja Category 1 161 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 250 km
1992 Unnamed Category 1 191 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (26°C) 1.1 in
February 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in
April 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in
May 89°F (32°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
July 87°F (31°C) 1.3 in
August 86°F (30°C) 2.3 in
September 86°F (30°C) 3.0 in
October 83°F (29°C) 7.5 in Wettest
November 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in Coldest

Virudunagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in December to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Virudunagar

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dhanushkodi Nadar Municipal School — — — —
KVS Centenary Nursery & Primary School — — — —
Kshatriya Girls Middle School — — — —
Kshatriya Girls School — — — —
KVS Matriculation Annexe — — — —
Hajee Sikkander Howa Bivi Middle School — — — —
KVS Higher Secondary School — — — —
PSC Girls School — — — —
Hajee P. Syed Mohamed Higher Secondary School — — — —
Virudhunagar Matriculation School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Virudunagar

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Recite Truth — MP3
arumbu-fm — MP3

Libraries in Virudunagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Common library aruppukottai0.0
Government Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Virudunagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market
Uzhavar santhai (aruppukottai )

Hotels in Virudunagar

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Banu
Jeeva Lodge
Nandha Hotel
Sakthi lodge
Selvakathir Lodge
Sri Ram JB Residency

Restaurants in Virudunagar

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allah Picchai
Allah Picchai
Arabian Nights
Hasan
Hotel Arockiyaraj
Hotel Burma kadai
Hotel Burma kadai
Kamalia Garden Restaurant
Prince Hotel

Cafes in Virudunagar

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marutham
Nile Net Cafe
Raja Coffee Bar

Cinemas in Virudunagar

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apsara Theatre
Rajalakshmi Theatre

Theatres in Virudunagar

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amirtharaj Theater
Sri Ram Theatre

Clinics in Virudunagar

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A. R. Clinic
Child Care Clinic
Deepam Nursing Home
IN #4943680798
Jothi Clinic
Subam Skin Clinic
Sugan Homeo Clinic
Vijay Clinic

Dentists in Virudunagar

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ezhil Dental Care
VaRam Dental Hi Tech Hospital

Train Stations in Virudunagar

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Virudhunagar Junction

Bus Stations in Virudunagar

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Virudhunagar New Bus Stand
Virudhunagar Old Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Virudunagar

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auto LPG
Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum
IN #4381094558
IN #461446668
IN #852585152
Indian Oil

Banks in Virudunagar

13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of India
Canara Bank
Federal Bank
ICICI Bank
IDBI Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
IndusInd Bank
Karur Vysya Bank
Punjab National Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Limited
Union Bank of India

Gyms in Virudunagar

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kattayan Paramasiva Nadar Gym
Nagareegam
RamYogalaya

Stadiums & Teams in Virudunagar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Virudunagar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Madurai AirportIXMMedium Airport
Kovilpatti Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Virudunagar

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Indian post
Sub Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Virudunagar

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chinna pallivasal
Church
Mariyamman Kovil
Sangili Karuppa Swamy Kovil
Sri Bala Subramaniya Swami Temple
Sri Parasakthi Mariamman Temple
Sri Parasakthi Veilugandhamman Temple
Sri Ramar Kovil
Sri Renganathar Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Virudunagar

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 19
Hospitals 35
Pharmacies 10
Restaurants 11
Cafes 6
Bars 1
Supermarkets 2
Banks 14
Museums 1
Hotels 8
Parks 2
Police Stations 2
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 15

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Virudunagar

What is the population of Virudunagar?

Virudunagar has a population of 73,273 residents and is located in India. The population density is 29,665 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Virudunagar 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 Virudunagar?

Virudunagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 85°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.

How is the job market in Virudunagar?

Virudunagar 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 87 business establishments in the area, including 11 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Virudunagar?

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

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