Colachel
City in Tamil Nadu, India
Overview
Colachel is a serene coastal town in Tamil Nadu, India, renowned for its natural harbor, lively fishing community, and tranquil beaches. With a rich colonial history and local flavor, it's a charming offbeat destination for those seeking authentic South Indian culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Tamil Nadu
Population
23,227
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
8.18°, 77.26°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$261
Local Cost
$171
Local Income
$120
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
27.5°C
Summer Avg
27.0°C
Winter Avg
27.0°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
22.9°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1315 mm
Internet Speed
174 Mbps
Upload
197 Mbps
Latency
5 ms
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 24 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
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 65/100.