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Begusarai, India

Bihar · India

Begusarai is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 252,008. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
252,008 Population 340/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population252,008
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density340/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units100,803
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Population252,008
Population Density340 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates25.4185°, 86.1339°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Begusarai

Begusarai is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 252,008. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Begusarai has a population of 252,008 with a density of 340 people per square mile, spread across 740.5 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

252,008
Total Population
340
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
740.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Begusarai vs India Average

The median household income in Begusarai is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 42 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.

Income: Begusarai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare26
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Begusarai is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 100,803 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units100,803

Property Tax

Climate in Begusarai

Begusarai has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1240 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.9°C / 61°F 5.6° / 27.7° 3.0
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 7.1° / 32.8° 18.0
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 13° / 39.2° 21.8
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 19.5° / 43.8° 19.3
May 33.1°C / 91°F 23.1° / 44.2° 105.6
Jun 33.2°C / 92°F 26.2° / 43.4° 195.7
Jul 30.1°C / 86°F 25.9° / 36.4° 263.9
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25.3° / 34.8° 249.2
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 23.6° / 33.9° 271.7
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 17.4° / 32.2° 87.2
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 11.9° / 29.5° 0.2
Dec 16.6°C / 62°F 5.8° / 26.9° 4.2
Begusarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 263 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 40.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above India avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area740.5 sq mi (1,918.0 km²)
Population Density340/sq mi
Coordinates25.4185°N, 86.1339°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.43"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 12, 2023.

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 143 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 137 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 141 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 142 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.3 in
July 85°F (29°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 10.4 in
September 84°F (29°C) 7.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Begusarai has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 62°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Begusarai

Institution Type Founded Website
B.N.M COLLEGE College - ,
G.D College College - ,

Schools in Begusarai

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Commerce Guru - - - -
Kendriya School - - - -
BR DAV - - - -
GD College - - - -
SUN FLOWER SCHOOL - - - -
D,A.V Public School - - - -
BSS collegiate - - - -
B.P high school - - - -
Rajkiya Krit Madhya - - - -
SOS Children village - - - -
Mount Litera Zee School - - - -
GYANSTHALI PUBLIC SCHOOL - - - -
Mussoorie Public School - - - -
Commerce Guru - - - -
Kendriya School - - - -
BR DAV - - - -
GD College - - - -
SUN FLOWER SCHOOL - - - -
D,A.V Public School - - - -
BSS collegiate - - - -
B.P high school - - - -
SOS Children village - - - -
Mount Litera Zee School - - - -
GYANSTHALI PUBLIC SCHOOL - - - -
Mussoorie Public School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Begusarai

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Begusarai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gyan Point Library0.0
Gyan Point Library0.0
Superior Library0.0
Superior Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Begusarai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
fancy market
Kushwaha market
Suryapura market

Hotels in Begusarai

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharadwaj Niwas
Hotel M Narayan

Restaurants in Begusarai

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gangaram Sweet
Kake Di Hatti,Pure Vegetarian
Kanchan Restaurant
Lazeez Restro
Panch Taara

Cafes in Begusarai

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

anupam
Utpal Transport

Cinemas in Begusarai

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alka Cinema Hall

Castles in Begusarai

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

MEENA VIVAH BHAWAN
Ramji singh niwas

Clinics in Begusarai

8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ananya Nursing Home
Aradhana Clinic
Mira Nursing Home
Shivani Health Care Centre
Tara Ent Clinic
Tara Nursing Home
Veena Nursing Home, Begusarai
Veerayatan Netralaya

Train Stations in Begusarai

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Begu Sarai
Lakho Railway St.

Bus Stations in Begusarai

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

begusarai bus station

Banks in Begusarai

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ICICI Bank
IDBI Bank
Induslnd Bank
SBI
SBI
SBI,RBO

Stadiums & Teams in Begusarai

TeamLeagueDivision
Township Stadium

Airports Near Begusarai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saharsa Airport-Small Airport
Ulao Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Begusarai

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Begusari PO
Begusari PO

Treatment Centers in Begusarai

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ananya Nursing Home
Aradhana Clinic
Mira Nursing Home
Shivani Health Care Centre
Tara Ent Clinic
Tara Nursing Home
Veena Nursing Home, Begusarai
Veerayatan Netralaya

Churches & Religious Organizations in Begusarai

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bhagat ji makardahi
brahmakumaris prabhu pasand bhawan
durga temple
Gau Mandir
Gayatri Mandir
Hanuman mandir
Kali mandir
Kalisthan
Prabhu Narayan Tiraha
shiv mandir
Shiv Temple
Shiv Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Begusarai

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 13
Hospitals 26
Restaurants 5
Cafes 2
Supermarkets 1
Banks 6
Hotels 2
Libraries 2
Parks 2
Places of Worship 19

🇮🇳 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 Begusarai

What is the population of Begusarai?

Begusarai has a population of 252,008 residents and is located in India. The population density is 340 people per square mile, spread across 740.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Begusarai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Begusarai?

Begusarai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.

How is the job market in Begusarai?

The unemployment rate in Begusarai is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 42 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Begusarai?

The median home value in Begusarai is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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