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Balarāmpur, India

West Bengal · India

Balarāmpur is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 22,847. Elevation: 922 ft (281 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
22,847 Population 203/sq mi density
922 ft Elevation 281 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
51.7 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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Full City Profile

People

Population22,847
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density203/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units9,139
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Population22,847
Population Density203 / sq mi
Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Coordinates23.0971°, 86.2229°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,313 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Balarāmpur

Balarāmpur is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 22,847. The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet (281 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Balarāmpur has a population of 22,847 with a density of 203 people per square mile, spread across 112.7 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,847
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
112.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Balarāmpur vs India Average

The median household income in Balarāmpur 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 411 business establishments.

Income: Balarāmpur 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)411

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Balarāmpur 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 9,139 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 Units9,139

Property Tax

Climate in Balarāmpur

Balarāmpur has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1587 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.2°C / 61°F 5.1° / 27.3° 12.8
Feb 19.9°C / 68°F 7.1° / 33.4° 21.8
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 13.6° / 39.2° 36.3
Apr 31.4°C / 88°F 19.4° / 43.5° 44.8
May 31.6°C / 89°F 22.1° / 43.5° 154.1
Jun 31.2°C / 88°F 24.5° / 41.7° 183.7
Jul 28.5°C / 83°F 24.3° / 34.6° 277.0
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.6° / 32.8° 362.8
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 22.6° / 32° 319.8
Oct 25°C / 77°F 16.7° / 31° 140.9
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 11.3° / 28.4° 10.5
Dec 16.9°C / 62°F 5.9° / 26.7° 22.5
Balarāmpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 922 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above India avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation922 ft (281 m)
Area112.7 sq mi (291.9 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates23.0971°N, 86.2229°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.7"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.56"
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 70 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 78 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 65 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 34 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 98 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 84 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 246 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 285 km
2019 Fani Category 2 180 km
2009 Aila Category 1 263 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 279 km
1999 Unnamed Category 1 295 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.9 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.8 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 8.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 12.6 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Balarāmpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 65°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Balarāmpur

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Museums in Balarāmpur

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
District Science Center, Purulia

Libraries in Balarāmpur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Balarāmpur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Purulia Haat Tala Baazar

Train Stations in Balarāmpur

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barabhum
Biramdih
Urma Railway Station

Stadiums & Teams in Balarāmpur

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Balarāmpur

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Sonari AirportIXWMedium Airport
Bokaro AirportSmall Airport
Chakulia AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Balarāmpur

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Purnima Netralaya
Purnima Netralaya

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 Balarāmpur

What is the population of Balarāmpur?

Balarāmpur has a population of 22,847 residents and is located in India. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 112.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Balarāmpur 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 Balarāmpur?

Balarāmpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.7 inches.

How is the job market in Balarāmpur?

The unemployment rate in Balarāmpur 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 411 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Balarāmpur?

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

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