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Banda, India

Maharashtra · India

Banda is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 6,611. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
6,611 Population 1,661/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
144.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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About Banda

Banda

Banda is a town in Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India, near the Goa-Maharashtra border. Banda is the last town in Maharashtra state on Mumbai-Goa national highway (NH-17), on the bank of the Terekhol river.

People

Population6,611
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density1,661/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units2,644
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain144.2 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population6,611
Population Density1,661 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates15.8118°, 73.8612°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation144.2 inches (3,662 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Banda

Banda is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 6,611. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 144.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Banda has a population of 6,611 with a density of 1,661 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,611
Total Population
1,661
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Banda vs India Average

The median household income in Banda is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 119 business establishments.

Income: Banda vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)119

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Banda is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,644 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,644

Property Tax

Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 144.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above India avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density1,661/sq mi
Coordinates15.8118°N, 73.8612°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 144.2"
279% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 53.07"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 20, 2019.

Dec 8, 1993 25 km NNE of L?nja, India M5.1 142 km
Mar 12, 2000 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M5.0 145 km
Mar 14, 2005 28 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 149 km
Nov 14, 2009 21 km NNW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 142 km
Dec 12, 2009 29 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 147 km
Sep 3, 1993 29 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.7 147 km
Apr 17, 2006 27 km NNE of L?nja, India M4.7 141 km
Jun 7, 2005 26 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 148 km
Dec 12, 2009 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.4 146 km
Mar 15, 2005 Maharashtra, India M4.3 142 km
Jun 3, 2017 6 km ENE of R?j?pur, India M4.3 100 km
Nov 14, 2009 25 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.3 139 km
Jun 20, 2019 26 km S of Koynanagar, India M4.3 150 km
Mar 26, 2005 19 km S of Ratnagiri, India M4.3 129 km
Dec 8, 2000 20 km NNW of L?nja, India M4.2 142 km
Aug 19, 2017 34 km NNW of M?lvan, India M4.1 80 km
May 21, 2006 7 km NE of L?nja, India M3.7 124 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 114 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 247 km
2019 Kyaar:kyarr Category 1 264 km
2001 Unnamed Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 85°F (30°C) 3.2 in Warmest
June 81°F (27°C) 34.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 53.1 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 32.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 12.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in
December 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in

Banda has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 144.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (53.1") and January the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Banda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Furtado House
Moda Goa Museum & Research Centre
Vasundhara Science Centre

Libraries in Banda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Athaide Municipal Library0.0
Bookworm Library & Resource Center - Carona0.0
Into The Wonder Childrens Library0.0
Taluka Library Mandrem-Pernem0.0

Farmers Markets in Banda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
A.P.M.C Market Sub Yard
Anjuna Fish Market
Anjuna Flea Market
Arpora Night Market
Arpora Saturday Night Market
Banana Market
Bastora Junction Market
Bread Market
Chapora Fish Market
Chapora Fort Flea Market
Clothes Market
Clothes Market
Fish Market Complex
Flower Market
Fruit Market
Ganeshpuri Circle Market
Hilltop Friday Market
Household Market
Jewellery Market
Mandrem Market
Mapusa Municipal Market
Meat Market Complex
Morjim Beach Market
Pottery Market
Rope Market
Sanquelim Municipal Market
Siolim Church Market
Siolim Fish Market
Spice Market
Vegetable Market
Verla Canca Market
Wednesday Anjuna Flea Market
Wholesale Fruit Market

Hotels in Banda

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bhalekar's Mahalalaxmi Hotel At Banda
Hotel Empire

Monuments in Banda

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rede Ghumat

Bus Stations in Banda

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BANDA BUS STAND

Gas Stations in Banda

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Banda

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Banda

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Goa Dabolim International AirportGOILarge Airport
Manohar International AirportGOXLarge Airport
Sindhudurg AirportSDWMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Banda

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Kripa Foundation

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Banda

What is the population of Banda?

Banda has a population of 6,611 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,661 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Banda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Banda?

Banda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 144.2 inches.

How is the job market in Banda?

Banda has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 119 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Banda?

The median home value in Banda is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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