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Balod, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Balod is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 23,648. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
23,648 Population 119/sq mi density
1,079 ft Elevation 329 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
50.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population23,648
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density119/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units9,459
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Population23,648
Population Density119 / sq mi
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Coordinates20.7308°, 81.2058°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,294 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Balod

Balod is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 23,648. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Balod has a population of 23,648 with a density of 119 people per square mile, spread across 199.1 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,648
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
199.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Balod vs India Average

The median household income in Balod is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 426 business establishments.

Income: Balod vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)426

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Balod is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 9,459 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units9,459

Property Tax

Climate in Balod

Balod has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (33.3°C), the coldest is Dec (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1574 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.9°C / 64°F 7° / 28.3° 12.5
Feb 21.4°C / 70°F 9° / 33.5° 14.7
Mar 27.3°C / 81°F 15.5° / 39.3° 24.0
Apr 32°C / 90°F 21.2° / 42.4° 25.6
May 33.3°C / 92°F 22.9° / 43.2° 67.0
Jun 30.8°C / 87°F 23.2° / 42.2° 194.1
Jul 26.7°C / 80°F 22.5° / 32.8° 432.8
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 22.1° / 30.8° 396.9
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 21.8° / 30.7° 324.6
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 15.6° / 29.9° 50.9
Nov 19.9°C / 68°F 11.1° / 28.2° 9.9
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 6.8° / 26.2° 21.6
Balod has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.4°F
47% above India avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area199.1 sq mi (515.7 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates20.7308°N, 81.2058°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"
34% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.37"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 294 km
2014 Hudhud Category 2 214 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 172 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
April 89°F (31°C) 0.6 in
May 94°F (35°C) 0.7 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 7.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 14.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 14.1 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 2.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Balod has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 68°F in December to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.4") and November the driest (0.1").

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Hotels in Balod

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Towri Dharmshala

Clinics in Balod

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kilkari Nursing Home
SAHU PHYSIOTHERAPY

Dentists in Balod

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Perfect Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Balod

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balod
Bhainsbod
Latabor

Airports Near Balod

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swami Vivekananda AirportRPRMedium Airport
Bhilai Airport-Small Airport

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 Balod

What is the population of Balod?

Balod has a population of 23,648 residents and is located in India. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 199.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Balod expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Balod?

Balod has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.

How is the job market in Balod?

Balod has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 426 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Balod?

The median home value in Balod is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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