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Basirhat City, India

West Bengal · 🇮🇳 India

Basirhat City is a large city in West Bengal, India with a population of 143,007. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
143,007 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
65.7 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

Population143,007
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 Temp80°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain65.7 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population143,007
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates22.6614°, 88.8548°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation65.7 inches (1,668 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Basirhat City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basirhat City receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Basirhat City 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

Basirhat City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Basirhat City has a population of 143,007. 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

143,007
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Basirhat City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basirhat City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basirhat City 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: Basirhat City 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 Basirhat City, 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: Basirhat City 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

Basirhat City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.7 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.5°F
47% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.7 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates22.6614°N, 88.8548°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 5.2 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 11.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 14.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 10.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 5.1 in
November 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in Driest

Basirhat City has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 66°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 65.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.2") and December the driest (0.3").

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 Basirhat City

What is the population of Basirhat City?

Basirhat City has a population of 143,007 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 Basirhat City expensive to live in?

Basirhat City 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 Basirhat City?

Basirhat City has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Basirhat City?

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

How are the schools in Basirhat City?

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

How healthy is Basirhat City?

The obesity rate in Basirhat City 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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