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Bela, India

Bihar · 🇮🇳 India

Bela is a small city in Bihar, India with a population of 26,707. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
26,707 Population
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.8 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

Population26,707
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 Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population26,707
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates25.5571°, 84.4308°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,012 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Bela a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bela 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. Bela 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

Bela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Bela has a population of 26,707. 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

26,707
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bela vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bela vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bela 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: Bela 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 Bela, 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: Bela 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

Bela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.8 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 210 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates25.5571°N, 84.4308°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.2 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.7 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 5.1 in
July 85°F (30°C) 11.0 in
August 85°F (29°C) 11.3 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 7.8 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bela has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 61°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.3") 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 Bela

What is the population of Bela?

Bela has a population of 26,707 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 Bela expensive to live in?

Bela 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 Bela?

Bela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Bela?

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

How are the schools in Bela?

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

How healthy is Bela?

The obesity rate in Bela 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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