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Baramkela, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Baramkela is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 5,600. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,600 Population 17/sq mi density
781 ft Elevation 238 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
52.0 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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People

Population5,600
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density17/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units2,240
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Population5,600
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates21.5649°, 83.2611°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation52.0 inches (1,320 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Baramkela

Baramkela is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 5,600. The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Baramkela has a population of 5,600 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 324.4 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,600
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
324.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Baramkela vs India Average

The median household income in Baramkela 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 101 business establishments.

Income: Baramkela 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)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Baramkela 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 2,240 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 Units2,240

Property Tax

Baramkela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 781 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area324.4 sq mi (840.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates21.5649°N, 83.2611°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.0"
37% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.35"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 102 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 135 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 2 215 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 183 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 298 km
1999 Unnamed Category 3 181 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.5 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.7 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 7.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.4 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 14.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Baramkela has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and November the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Baramkela

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Badal MP3
Radio Dhoom (US) music AAC+ 128 kbps

Airports Near Baramkela

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hirakud AirportSmall Airport
Nawapara AirportSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)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 Baramkela

What is the population of Baramkela?

Baramkela has a population of 5,600 residents and is located in India. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 324.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Baramkela 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 Baramkela?

Baramkela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches.

How is the job market in Baramkela?

Baramkela 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 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Baramkela?

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

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