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Amarkantak, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Amarkantak is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 8,416. Elevation: 3,419 ft (1,042 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,416 Population 464/sq mi density
3,419 ft Elevation 1,042 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
54.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Amarkantak

Amarkantak

Amarkantak is a pilgrim town and a Nagar Panchayat in Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh, India. The Amarkantak region is a unique natural heritage area. It is the meeting point of the Vindhya and the Satpura Ranges, with the Maikal Hills being the fulcrum. This is where the Narmada River, the Son River and Johilla River originate.

People

Population8,416
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density464/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units3,366
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Population8,416
Population Density464 / sq mi
Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Coordinates22.6749°, 81.7591°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation54.0 inches (1,371 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Amarkantak

Amarkantak is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 8,416. The city sits at an elevation of 3,419 feet (1,042 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Amarkantak has a population of 8,416 with a density of 464 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,416
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
18.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Amarkantak vs India Average

The median household income in Amarkantak is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 151 business establishments.

Income: Amarkantak vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)151

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Amarkantak is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,366 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,366

Property Tax

Amarkantak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,419 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,419 ft (1,042 m)
Area18.2 sq mi (47.0 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates22.6749°N, 81.7591°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.0"
42% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.75"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 28, 2022.

Oct 18, 2012 12 km NW of Jaisinghnagar, India M5.0 130 km
Jul 28, 2022 14 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.7 110 km
Jul 11, 2022 15 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.6 108 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 109 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
March 74°F (24°C) 1.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 6.7 in
July 76°F (24°C) 15.8 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 15.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 8.7 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest

Amarkantak has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 61°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Amarkantak

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kalayanika Kendriya Shiksha Niketan
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Libraries in Amarkantak

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Prof. Ramdayal Munda Central Library0.0

Train Stations in Amarkantak

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bhanwar Tonk
Khongsara

Airports Near Amarkantak

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilaspur AirportPABMedium Airport
Burhar AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amarkantak

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jaleshwar Dham
Kabir Chabutra
Mritunjay Ashram
Shri Yantra Temples

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 Amarkantak

What is the population of Amarkantak?

Amarkantak has a population of 8,416 residents and is located in India. The population density is 464 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Amarkantak expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Amarkantak?

Amarkantak has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches.

How is the job market in Amarkantak?

Amarkantak has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 151 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Amarkantak?

The median home value in Amarkantak is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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