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Adra, India

West Bengal · India

Adra is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 22,159. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
22,159 Population 115/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Adra

Adra

Adra is a town and a railway colony situated in the Raghunathpur subdivision of Purulia district in the Indian state of West Bengal. It was well known for its Anglo-Indian population. It is also an important town of north east Purulia. Adra is also a well known railway divisional headquarter of South Eastern Railways.

People

Population22,159
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density115/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units8,864
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Population22,159
Population Density115 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates23.4967°, 86.6836°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation46.8 inches (1,188 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Adra

Adra is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 22,159. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Adra has a population of 22,159 with a density of 115 people per square mile, spread across 192.6 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,159
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
192.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Adra vs India Average

The median household income in Adra is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 399 business establishments.

Income: Adra vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)399

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Adra is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,864 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,864

Property Tax

Climate in Adra

Adra has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1452 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.3°C / 61°F 6° / 26.9° 11.4
Feb 20°C / 68°F 7.8° / 32.5° 20.8
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 13.9° / 38.4° 32.2
Apr 31.3°C / 88°F 20° / 43.4° 37.4
May 31.8°C / 89°F 22.7° / 43.6° 156.8
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 25° / 42° 189.4
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 24.9° / 35.2° 249.7
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.4° / 33.6° 301.6
Sep 27.5°C / 81°F 23.2° / 32.8° 285.1
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.2° / 31.6° 140.1
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 12.1° / 29° 8.9
Dec 17°C / 63°F 6.6° / 26.5° 19.2
Adra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area192.6 sq mi (498.9 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates23.4967°N, 86.6836°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.8"
23% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.34"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 38 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 54 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 109 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 31 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 44 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 146 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 32 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 211 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 286 km
2019 Fani Category 1 212 km
2009 Aila Category 1 262 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 80°F (26°C) 0.7 in
April 89°F (31°C) 0.8 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 7.3 in
July 83°F (29°C) 11.3 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 11.1 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Adra has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 66°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.3") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Adra

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mixed Higher Secondary School
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Radio Stations near Adra

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Farmers Markets in Adra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Neamatpur Vegetable Market
Neamatpur Vegetable Market

Restaurants in Adra

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DEY'S SWEETS
NATARAJ SWEETS
OH YUM CAKES

Cafes in Adra

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KABITA BAKERY

Train Stations in Adra

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adra Junction
Anara
Bagalia
Indrabil
Joychandi Pahar
Metyal Sahar
Sirjam

Stadiums & Teams in Adra

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Adra

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Kazi Nazrul Islam AirportRDPMedium Airport
Panagarh Air Force StationMedium Airport
Sonari AirportIXWMedium Airport
Bokaro AirportSmall Airport
Burnpur AirportSmall Airport
Durgapur Steel Plant AirportSmall Airport
Giridih AirportSmall Airport
Sido Kanhu AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Adra

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Agrawal Nursing Home
Col .(Dr.) Gupta Memorial Clinic and Nursing Home
Midway Nursing Home,Barakar

Churches & Religious Organizations in Adra

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
JAGANNATH TEMPLE
JAMA MASJID ADRA
KAMLASTHAN TEMPLE
RAM MANDIR

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 Adra

What is the population of Adra?

Adra has a population of 22,159 residents and is located in India. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 192.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Adra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Adra?

Adra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.8 inches.

How is the job market in Adra?

The unemployment rate in Adra is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 399 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Adra?

The median home value in Adra is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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