Kurnool

Andhra Pradesh, India

Retirement Friendly

"Former AP capital on the Tungabhadra — affordable and historically significant"

Overview

Population4.8 Lakhs

Metro Population5 Lakhs

Best For

Budget retireesTelugu heritage seekerscouples from AP diaspora

VibeHistoric, Deccan plateau, affordable, traditional Telugu

Cost Snapshot

Monthly Expense (Couple)₹18k – ₹36k

Rent (2BHK)₹5k – ₹10k / month

Buy (2BHK)₹18L – ₹40L

vs Mumbai-62% cheaper

Detailed Ratings

ClimateHot

Hot summers, mild winters

Cost of Living

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Very Low

Healthcare

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Adequate

Safety

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Safe

Air Quality

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Good

Traffic

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Light

Water Availability

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Some seasonal shortages

Internet

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Adequate

Public Transport

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Auto/taxi primary

Social Scene

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Quiet

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

Tungabhadra River — scenic, agricultural richness
Belum Caves nearby — second largest in India
Very affordable — strong rupee buying power
Historically capital of AP before Hyderabad
Yaganti temple and Ahobilam pilgrimage circuit

✗ Cons

Extremely hot in summer (can exceed 45°C)
Water scarcity in dry months
Limited specialist healthcare
Developing infrastructure

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Note: Costs are 2026 reference baseline estimates. Live AQI data from AQICN. Always verify current costs before making decisions.