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Bālāghāt, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Bālāghāt is a mid-size city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 84,261. Elevation: 1,047 ft (319 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
84,261 Population 137/sq mi density
1,047 ft Elevation 319 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
60.4 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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People

Population84,261
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density137/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units33,704
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Population84,261
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Coordinates21.8156°, 80.1885°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation60.4 inches (1,535 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Bālāghāt

Bālāghāt is a mid-size city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 84,261. The city sits at an elevation of 1,047 feet (319 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bālāghāt has a population of 84,261 with a density of 137 people per square mile, spread across 615.9 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

84,261
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
615.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bālāghāt vs India Average

The median household income in Bālāghāt 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 17 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Bālāghāt vs India

Commute Mode

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)17

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare12
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bālāghāt 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 33,704 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 Units33,704

Property Tax

Climate in Bālāghāt

Bālāghāt has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (33.5°C), the coldest is Jan (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1520 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.9°C / 64°F 5.1° / 29.8° 20.9
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 7.9° / 34.4° 15.9
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 13.9° / 40° 25.9
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 20° / 43.1° 24.0
May 33.5°C / 92°F 22.4° / 44.3° 59.2
Jun 31.4°C / 89°F 22.9° / 43.4° 193.0
Jul 26.9°C / 80°F 22.6° / 32.9° 389.7
Aug 25.7°C / 78°F 21.6° / 31.4° 392.8
Sep 25.7°C / 78°F 21.3° / 30.9° 323.7
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 14.3° / 30.2° 52.0
Nov 19.7°C / 67°F 10.4° / 29° 9.1
Dec 18°C / 64°F 5.9° / 28.6° 13.3
Bālāghāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,047 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area615.9 sq mi (1,595.1 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates21.8156°N, 80.1885°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.4"
59% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 20.63"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 4, 1997.

May 21, 1997 1 km SSW of Barela, India M5.8 142 km
Jun 4, 1997 3 km SE of Jabalpur, India M3.9 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 6.1 in
July 81°F (27°C) 20.6 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 18.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.0 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in Coldest

Bālāghāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 67°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.6") and November the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Bālāghāt

Institution Type Founded Website
Mitali Institute of Nursing College - ,

Schools in Bālāghāt

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maharishi Vidya Mandir - - - -
Balaghat English School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bālāghāt

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Bālāghāt

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Gaurav
Hotel Midtown

Restaurants in Bālāghāt

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

hotel vaidya regency & manuhar restaurant & banquet

Cafes in Bālāghāt

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kings Arena Cafe and Lounge

Cinemas in Bālāghāt

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Miraj Cinema

Clinics in Bālāghāt

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr Mishra Clinic
Dr. Shiv Pawar Clinic
Shukla Nursing Home and Diagnostic Centre

Train Stations in Bālāghāt

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balaghat Junction

Bus Stations in Bālāghāt

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balaghat Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Bālāghāt

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petrolium
Bharat Petrolium

Banks in Bālāghāt

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Maharashtra
State Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Bālāghāt

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KALPATARU MALL

Gyms in Bālāghāt

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #5974664082

Stadiums & Teams in Bālāghāt

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Airports Near Bālāghāt

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gondia AirportGDBMedium Airport
Birwa Airstrip-Small Airport
Mandla Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bālāghāt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Head Post Office, Balaghat

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bālāghāt

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 12
Restaurants 1
Cafes 1
Banks 2
Hotels 1
Parks 3

🇮🇳 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 Bālāghāt

What is the population of Bālāghāt?

Bālāghāt has a population of 84,261 residents and is located in India. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 615.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bālāghāt 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 Bālāghāt?

Bālāghāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches.

How is the job market in Bālāghāt?

Bālāghāt 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 17 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Bālāghāt?

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

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