Ariyalur
City in Tamil Nadu, India
Overview
Ariyalur, located in the heart of Tamil Nadu, is a small yet lively town known for its rich limestone deposits, ancient temples, and historical significance. The city offers a blend of authentic Tamil culture and rural charm, making it a peaceful stop off the main tourist trail.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Tamil Nadu
Population
29,144
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
11.15°, 79.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$384
Local Cost
$187
Local Income
$100
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
28.2°C
Summer Avg
30.2°C
Winter Avg
24.9°C
Record High
42.5°C
Record Low
16.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
1011 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TJV
Distance
50 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.