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Barkā Kānā, India

Jharkhand · India

Barkā Kānā is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 18,475. Elevation: 1,161 ft (354 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
18,475 Population 128/sq mi density
1,161 ft Elevation 354 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
51.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population18,475
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density128/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units7,390
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Population18,475
Population Density128 / sq mi
Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Coordinates23.6212°, 85.4675°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Barkā Kānā

Barkā Kānā is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 18,475. The city sits at an elevation of 1,161 feet (354 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Barkā Kānā has a population of 18,475 with a density of 128 people per square mile, spread across 144.4 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,475
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
144.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Barkā Kānā vs India Average

The median household income in Barkā Kānā is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 333 business establishments.

Income: Barkā Kānā vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)333

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Barkā Kānā is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,390 total housing units in the city. 30.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,390

Property Tax

Climate in Barkā Kānā

Barkā Kānā has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (31.3°C), the coldest is Jan (15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1512 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.2°C / 59°F 4.3° / 26.6° 11.7
Feb 18.8°C / 66°F 6.6° / 32.4° 20.0
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 12.6° / 37.9° 34.5
Apr 30.3°C / 87°F 18.6° / 42.5° 32.2
May 31.3°C / 88°F 21.2° / 43.6° 107.0
Jun 31°C / 88°F 23.7° / 41.5° 182.9
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 23.6° / 34.2° 287.9
Aug 26.7°C / 80°F 22.7° / 31.9° 358.1
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.6° / 31.3° 322.1
Oct 23.8°C / 75°F 15.6° / 30.1° 127.1
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 10.6° / 27.5° 10.1
Dec 15.8°C / 60°F 5° / 25.8° 18.5
Barkā Kānā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,161 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,161 ft (354 m)
Area144.4 sq mi (373.9 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates23.6212°N, 85.4675°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.6"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.23"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 26, 2009.

Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 106 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 143 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.7 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 7.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 80°F (26°C) 12.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 9.9 in
October 76°F (25°C) 3.4 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Barkā Kānā has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 62°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Barkā Kānā

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Morabadi Museum
State Museum

Libraries in Barkā Kānā

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CUJ Central Library0.0
CUJ Central Library0.0
CUJ Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Barkā Kānā

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vendor Market

Train Stations in Barkā Kānā

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arigada
Barkakana Junction
Sidhwar

Stadiums & Teams in Barkā Kānā

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Barkā Kānā

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Bokaro AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Barkā Kānā

41 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A.B.M.B. Women's Health Clinic
Adarsh Clinic
Ali Ahmad Ansari Memorial Women's Clinic
Alshifa Heart Clinic and Rehabilitation Centre
Beohar's Eye Clinic
Care Clinic
Choudhary Nursing and Maternity Home
Debuka Nursing Home
Dr. Anand Kr Jha Neurology Clinc
Dr. Arya's clinic
Dr. Brijeshwar Clinic
Dr. Keshav Jee Mind and Brain Clinic
Dr. Nandita Chaudhuri Women's Health Clinic
Dr. Paul's Skin Care Clinic
Dr. Sanjay Singh Clinic
Dr. Shobha Chakorbarti Clinic
Dr. Somya Sinha Women's Clinic
Dr. Sudhir Ranjan Clinic
Dr. Upendra Clinic
Gastroenterology & Liver Clinic
Heart N Health Dermatology Clinic
Kokar Medical Clinic
Laxmi Clinic
Lifeline Polyclinic & Diagnostic Centre
Mukund Nageshwar Memorial Clinic
Nephron Kidney Care Clinic
Nova Dental Care Clinic
R C Mishra Clinic
Rahat Nursing Home
Rajhans Heart & Diabetes Clinic
Ranchi Urology Centre
Razer Nuclei Clinic
Retina Clinic
Sahu Nursing Home, Ranchi
Sanjay Clinic
Sanjeevani Nursing Home, Lohardaga
Sharma Stone & Urology Clinic
Sisir Seva Kendra
The Kidney Clinic
The Orthopaedic Pain Physiotherapy Clinic
Viraj Nursing Home

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 Barkā Kānā

What is the population of Barkā Kānā?

Barkā Kānā has a population of 18,475 residents and is located in India. The population density is 128 people per square mile, spread across 144.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Barkā Kānā expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Barkā Kānā?

Barkā Kānā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches.

How is the job market in Barkā Kānā?

The unemployment rate in Barkā Kānā is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 333 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Barkā Kānā?

The median home value in Barkā Kānā is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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