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Bārākpur, India

West Bengal · 🇮🇳 India

Bārākpur is a large city in West Bengal, India with a population of 148,174. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
148,174 Population 36,140/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
62.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,530 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$2,530 median income, 4.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$150/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,530
97% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $150
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population148,174
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density36,140/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$2,530
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$150
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population148,174
Population Density36,140 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates22.7660°, 88.3634°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation62.1 inches (1,577 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,530
Median Age28.7 years

Is Bārākpur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bārākpur receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bārākpur has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bārākpur is $2,530, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Bārākpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Bārākpur has a population of 148,174 with a density of 36,140 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

148,174
Total Population
36,140
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bārākpur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bārākpur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bārākpur is $2,530, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Bārākpur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,530
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $150 (87% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$150
87% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.6%

Property Tax

In Bārākpur, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Bārākpur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Bārākpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.1 inches
63% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density36,140/sq mi
Coordinates22.7660°N, 88.3634°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 80°F (27°C) 1.2 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in
May 87°F (31°C) 4.5 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 10.4 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.7 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.6 in
September 84°F (29°C) 11.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

Bārākpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 67°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (0.2").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density36,140/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bārākpur

What is the population of Bārākpur?

Bārākpur has a population of 148,174 residents and is located in India. The population density is 36,140 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Bārākpur expensive to live in?

Bārākpur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $2,530, 97% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $150 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Bārākpur?

Bārākpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Bārākpur?

Bārākpur has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bārākpur?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $150.

How are the schools in Bārākpur?

34.4% of adults in Bārākpur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Bārākpur?

The obesity rate in Bārākpur is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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