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Bārh, India

Bihar · 🇮🇳 India

Bārh is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 61,470. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
61,470 Population
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher 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

Population61,470
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population61,470
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates25.4834°, 85.7093°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (980 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Bārh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bārh receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bārh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Bārh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Bārh has a population of 61,470. 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

61,470
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bārh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bārh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bārh is N/A. 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: Bārh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Bārh, 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: Bārh 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

Bārh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. 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 171 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates25.4834°N, 85.7093°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.0 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.2 in
July 85°F (29°C) 10.0 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 9.4 in
September 84°F (29°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bārh has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 61°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (0.1").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Bārh

What is the population of Bārh?

Bārh has a population of 61,470 residents and is located in India.. 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 Bārh expensive to live in?

Bārh is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Bārh?

Bārh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Bārh?

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

How are the schools in Bārh?

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

How healthy is Bārh?

The obesity rate in Bārh 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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