Puducherry

Puducherry

The French Riviera of India

65/100
Good
Rs 12k+1BHK Rent
AQI 29Good
Use normal cautionSafety
Good for familiesSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
2.4 L
Census estimate
Area
19 km²
Elevation
4m
above sea level
Avg Temp
28°C
annual average
Cost Index
Medium
City Type
Tier 3
State
Puducherry
Coordinates
11.94°N
79.81°E

Livability Scores

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Education64
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Healthcare60
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Safety66
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Cost of Living69
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AQI70
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Transport60
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Lifestyle64
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Economy67
Weather71
National average
Best For
CoastalFrench HeritageTourism
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Air Quality Index

29
Good
Air is clean — safe for all activities
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
28°C
Hottest
30°C
Coolest
26°C
Annual Rain
1400mm
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F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
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N
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Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

JIPMER Hospital
Government Teaching Hospital
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PIMS (Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences)
Teaching Hospital
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Government Hospital Puducherry
Government Hospital
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Key Institutions

JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of PG Medical Education)
Medical Institute
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Pondicherry University
Central University
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Pondicherry Engineering College
Engineering College
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Transport Hubs

Pondicherry Airport
0 km away
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Neyveli Airport
0 km away
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Ulundurpet Airfield (Abandoned)
60 km away
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Cultural Climate

Tamil dominant; French and English widely used. Very welcoming, tourist-friendly atmosphere.

Migrant Openness
Moderate
Language Barrier
Low
PSU Presence
Minimal / none
City Character

French-influenced Union Territory with Tamil majority and cosmopolitan student population.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Puducherry

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Puducherry

Is Puducherry a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Puducherry scores 65/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Puducherry?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Puducherry for a transferred employee?

Puducherry is marked as Medium cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Puducherry?

Current air quality guidance for Puducherry is Good. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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