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Barpeta, India
Assam · India
Barpeta is a mid-size city in Assam, India with a population of 48,824. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
DHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 48,824 |
| Population Density | 171 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.3229°, 91.0063° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Assam |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.4 inches (1,990 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,500 |
| Median Age | 25.0 years |
About Barpeta
Barpeta is a mid-size city in India (Assam) with a population of 48,824. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Barpeta vs India Average
Income: Barpeta vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,500 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $1,450 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $28 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.8% |
| 89% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.0% |
| 126% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 879 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $10,000 |
| 96% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $30 |
| 97% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 19,530 |
Property Tax
Climate in Barpeta
Barpeta has an average annual temperature of 24.5°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1831 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above India avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 285.4 sq mi (739.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.3229°N, 91.0063°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1897 | ASSAM | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 1,542 | 47 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 13.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 16.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 14.8 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Barpeta has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.1") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Barpeta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLC College | College | - | , |
| Madhab Choudhury College, Barpeta | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Barpeta
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendriya Vidyalaya, Barpeta | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul's English Medium School, Barpeta | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Barpeta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bazaar | |||||
| Choudhury Complex | |||||
| Complex | |||||
| complex | |||||
| Fruit Bazaar | |||||
| Main Bazaar | |||||
| Marowari Market | |||||
| Oma Bazar | |||||
| Sabji Bazaar | |||||
| Sabji Market | |||||
| simlaguri Bazar | |||||
| Simlaguri Bazar |
Hotels in Barpeta
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Barpeta
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Barpeta
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Barpeta
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Barpeta
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport | GAU | Large Airport |
| Gelephu Airport | GLU | Medium Airport |
| Baljek Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Barpeta?
Barpeta has a population of 48,824 residents and is located in India. The population density is 171 people per square mile, spread across 285.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Barpeta expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Barpeta?
Barpeta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.4 inches.
How is the job market in Barpeta?
The unemployment rate in Barpeta is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 879 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Barpeta?
The median home value in Barpeta is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.