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Ambikāpur, India

Chhattisgarh · 🇮🇳 India

Ambikāpur is a large city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 121,071. Elevation: 1,978 ft (603 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
121,071 Population 158/sq mi density
1,978 ft Elevation 603 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
57.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population121,071
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population121,071
Population Density158 / sq mi
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Coordinates23.1189°, 83.1954°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Ambikāpur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambikāpur receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ambikāpur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ambikāpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Ambikāpur has a population of 121,071 with a density of 158 people per square mile, spread across 765.6 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

121,071
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
765.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambikāpur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ambikāpur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambikāpur is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ambikāpur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ambikāpur, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ambikāpur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Ambikāpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,978 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.1°F
39% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Area765.6 sq mi (1,983.0 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates23.1189°N, 83.1954°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 90°F (32°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 7.7 in
July 79°F (26°C) 17.2 in
August 79°F (26°C) 18.0 in Wettest
September 78°F (26°C) 9.0 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Ambikāpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 62°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.0") and December the driest (0.2").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area765.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ambikāpur

What is the population of Ambikāpur?

Ambikāpur has a population of 121,071 residents and is located in India. The population density is 158 people per square mile, spread across 765.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Ambikāpur expensive to live in?

Ambikāpur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ambikāpur?

Ambikāpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Ambikāpur?

Ambikāpur has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ambikāpur?

34.4% of adults in Ambikāpur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ambikāpur?

The obesity rate in Ambikāpur is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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