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Āsansol, India
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Āsansol is a major city in West Bengal, India with a population of 504,271. Elevation: 390 ft (119 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
CHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 504,271 |
| Population Density | 4,001 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 390 ft (119 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.6833°, 86.9833° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | West Bengal |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.1 inches (1,247 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,800 |
| Median Age | 28.5 years |
About Āsansol
Āsansol is a major city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 504,271. The city sits at an elevation of 390 feet (119 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Āsansol vs India Average
Income: Āsansol vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,800 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $1,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $31 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 0 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Burden | 28.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 201,708 |
Property Tax
Climate in Āsansol
Āsansol 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above India avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 390 ft (119 m) |
| Area | 126.1 sq mi (326.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,001/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.6833°N, 86.9833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 90°F (32°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 11.8 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Āsansol has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 66°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Āsansol
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSK College Maithon | College | - | , |
| Career Building Private ITI | College | - | , |
| Deshbandhu Mahavidyalaya | College | - | , |
Schools in Āsansol
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Railway Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnpur Riverside School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnpur Boys school | - | - | - | - |
| Asansol Ramkrishna Mission High School | - | - | - | - |
| Eastern Railway HS School | - | - | - | - |
| Jaharmul Jalan High School | - | - | - | - |
| Fair Point Education | - | - | - | - |
| Eastern Railway Higher Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnpur Riverside School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnpur Boys school | - | - | - | - |
| Asansol Ramkrishna Mission High School | - | - | - | - |
| Eastern Railway HS School | - | - | - | - |
| Jaharmul Jalan High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Āsansol
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Āsansol
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barret Club | 0.0 | |||||
| Barret Club | 0.0 | |||||
| District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilak library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Āsansol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adda Market | |||||
| Adda Market | |||||
| Amladahi Market | |||||
| Bow Market | |||||
| Burnpur Daily Market | |||||
| Neamatpur Vegetable Market | |||||
| Neamatpur Vegetable Market |
Restaurants in Āsansol
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Āsansol
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Āsansol
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Āsansol
7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Āsansol
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Āsansol
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Āsansol
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Āsansol
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Āsansol
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Āsansol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Prabhat Stadium |
Airports Near Āsansol
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanbad Airport | DBD | Medium Airport |
| Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport | RDP | Medium Airport |
| Panagarh Air Force Station | - | Medium Airport |
| Burnpur Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Durgapur Steel Plant Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Giridih Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sido Kanhu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Surichua Air Base | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Āsansol
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Asansol Head Post Office | |
| Burnpur Post Office | |
| Upper Chelidanga Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Āsansol
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Agrawal Nursing Home | ||
| Col .(Dr.) Gupta Memorial Clinic and Nursing Home | ||
| Midway Nursing Home,Barakar | ||
| Popular Nursing Home, Dhanbad | ||
| Prasad Nursing Home, Dhanbad |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Āsansol
24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aadi Durgabari | |
| Amra ko jon Kali temple | |
| Badi Masjid | |
| Bengal Methodist Church | |
| Burnpur Town Puja | |
| Choti Masjid | |
| Church | |
| Dadi Mandir | |
| Durga Mandir | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Hutton Road Kali Bari | |
| Jama Masjid | |
| Kali Mandir | |
| Kali Mandir | |
| Maa kali temple | |
| Mahavir Sthan | |
| Mela Buri Temple | |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral | |
| Sacred Heart Cathedral | |
| Shayam Mandir |
Quick Facts
Around Āsansol
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Āsansol?
Āsansol has a population of 504,271 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,001 people per square mile, spread across 126.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Āsansol 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 Āsansol?
Āsansol 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 84°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches.
How is the job market in Āsansol?
The unemployment rate in Āsansol 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 18 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Āsansol?
The median home value in Āsansol is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.