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Walajapet, India

Tamil Nadu · India

Walajapet is a mid-size city in Tamil Nadu, India with a population of 47,498. Elevation: 568 ft (173 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
47,498 Population 9,916/sq mi density
568 ft Elevation 173 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
40.2 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

Population47,498
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density9,916/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C
Home Value$25,000
Rent$55
Housing Units18,999
Rent Burden26.7%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Population47,498
Population Density9,916 / sq mi
Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Coordinates12.9251°, 79.3663°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTamil Nadu
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation40.2 inches (1,020 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,300
Median Age33.0 years

About Walajapet

Walajapet is a mid-size city in India (Tamil Nadu) with a population of 47,498. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet (173 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Walajapet has a population of 47,498 with a density of 9,916 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

47,498
Total Population
9,916
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below India avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Walajapet vs India Average

The median household income in Walajapet 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 855 business establishments.

Income: Walajapet 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)855

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Walajapet 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 18,999 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 Units18,999

Property Tax

Climate in Walajapet

Walajapet has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1285 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.7°C / 73°F 15.2° / 31.2° 24.6
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 15.9° / 36° 4.1
Mar 28.3°C / 83°F 18.3° / 40.6° 10.3
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 21.8° / 42.6° 19.6
May 31.4°C / 89°F 24° / 42.4° 65.5
Jun 29.8°C / 86°F 23.3° / 39.2° 110.3
Jul 28.1°C / 83°F 22.7° / 37° 144.8
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 22.3° / 36.2° 170.8
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 21.4° / 34.3° 156.6
Oct 26°C / 79°F 20° / 32.7° 152.8
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 18.7° / 30.4° 279.7
Dec 23°C / 73°F 16.3° / 29.5° 146.4
Walajapet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 568 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above India avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density9,916/sq mi
Coordinates12.9251°N, 79.3663°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.2"
6% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 7.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

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 M5.2 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 193 km
2020 Nivar Category 1 183 km
2018 Gaja Category 1 271 km
2016 Vardah Category 2 61 km
2011 Thane Category 2 148 km
2010 Laila Category 1 243 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 158 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 170 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 227 km
1989 Gay Category 5 223 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 117 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 159 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.9 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 2.8 in
July 86°F (30°C) 4.4 in
August 85°F (30°C) 5.8 in
September 84°F (29°C) 5.9 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 6.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in

Walajapet has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 75°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Walajapet

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Vedavalli Vidyalaya Walajah
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Museums in Walajapet

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Government Museum - Vellore
Government Museum - Vellore

Libraries in Walajapet

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Central Libraary0.0
District Central Libraary0.0
EV Periyar Library0.0
Library, dharapadavedu0.0
Library, dharapadavedu0.0
Thiruvalluvar University Central Library0.0
அறிஞர் அண்ணா கிளை நூலகம்0.0
அறிஞர் அண்ணா கிளை நூலகம்0.0

Farmers Markets in Walajapet

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Anna Bazaar
Anna Bazaar
Arcot Market
Arcot Market
Karpagam co-op stores
Karpagam co-op stores
Nethajimarket
Nethajimarket
Organic market, TN gov.
Organic market, TN gov.
Uzhavar Santhai
உழவர் சந்தை - வேலூர்
உழவர் சந்தை - வேலூர்

Clinics in Walajapet

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nithin's Clinic

Dentists in Walajapet

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. JP Multispeciality Dental Clinic
J.P. Dental Clinic
Leela Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Walajapet

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Walajapet

Gas Stations in Walajapet

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HP
IN #1006162407
Indian Oil

Banks in Walajapet

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Walajapet

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Walajapet

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tirupati International AirportTIRLarge Airport
INS Rajali / Arakkonam Naval Air StationSmall Airport
Vellore AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Walajapet

57 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AA Child Care Centre
Aarogya Clinic Multi Speciality Centre
Abitha Fertility Clinic
Anush Clinic
Aravind Heart Centre
Arul Jothi Nursing Home
Arulalan Clinic
Darsha Siddha Clinic
Dr. A. Vanathy Clinic
Dr. Ashok Clinic
Dr. Deepa Clinic
Dr. Dhanalakshmi ENT Clinic
Dr. E Sivakumar ENT Clinic
Dr. Gowri's Childrens Clinic
Dr. Imran's Al-Afiya Clinic
Dr. K.P. Arjunan Clinic
Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre
Dr. Sandhya's Clinic
Dr. Udhaya Kumar Clinic
Dr. Vajjiravelu's Clinic
Fathima Clinic, Melvisharam
Ganesh Clinic
Gowtham Clinic Child Care
Grace Skin Clinic
Guru Clinic
Indira Nursing Home, Vellore
J. Supriya Clinic
JC Nursing Home, Vellore
Jeevan Siddha Clinic
JK Clinic
Kalai Siddha Clinic
Kannans Homoeo Clinic
Kavin's Skin Clinic
Kavya Skin Clinic
Malar Clinic
Mm Clinic
Mother's Care Diabetes Centre
Nithin's Clinic
Parul Clinic
Popular Eye Clinic
Raj Nursing Home, Vellore
Rama Clinic
Ramana Cardiac & Diabetes Centre
Rasi Skin Cosmetic & Laser Clinic
Rehabilitation Institute, Christian Medical College
Rupa Nursing Home, Ranipet
Sai Ayush Speciality Clinic
Saisugam Siddha & Ayurvedha Clinic
Sanjeevan Ayurveda Clinic
Shree Sai Heart Centre
Sreenivasa ENT Clinic
Sri Ragav Neuro Clinic
Suraksha Healthcare Clinic
Susi Clinic
Usha Nursing Home
Vellore Speciality Centre
Vignesh Urology Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Walajapet

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anandha Nadeeswarar Temple
Saint John's Church
Sri Kubera Veera Anjaneyar Temple

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 Walajapet

What is the population of Walajapet?

Walajapet has a population of 47,498 residents and is located in India. The population density is 9,916 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Walajapet 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 Walajapet?

Walajapet has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches.

How is the job market in Walajapet?

Walajapet 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 855 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Walajapet?

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

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