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Bhamal, India

Jharkhand · India

Bhamal is a small town in Jharkhand, India with a population of 4,818. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,818 Population 24/sq mi density
463 ft Elevation 141 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
47.0 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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About Bhamal

Bhamal is a census town in Nirsa CD block in Dhanbad Sadar subdivision of Dhanbad district in the Indian state of Jharkhand.

People

Population4,818
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density24/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units1,927
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Population4,818
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Coordinates23.7809°, 86.7350°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,194 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Bhamal

Bhamal is a small town in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 4,818. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bhamal has a population of 4,818 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 204.8 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,818
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
204.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bhamal vs India Average

The median household income in Bhamal 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 87 business establishments.

Income: Bhamal 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)87

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bhamal 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 1,927 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 Units1,927

Property Tax

Bhamal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation463 ft (141 m)
Area204.8 sq mi (530.3 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates23.7809°N, 86.7350°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.0"
24% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.09"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 65 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 80 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 141 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 59 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 54 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 220 km
2019 Fani Category 1 243 km
2009 Aila Category 1 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.9 in
July 83°F (29°C) 12.1 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 11.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bhamal has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 66°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Bhamal

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Libraries in Bhamal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barret Club0.0
Barret Club0.0
District Library0.0
District Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bhamal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adda Market
Adda Market
Amladahi Market
Bow Market
Burnpur Daily Market
Neamatpur Vegetable Market
Neamatpur Vegetable Market

Stadiums & Teams in Bhamal

TeamLeagueDivision
Prabhat Stadium

Airports Near Bhamal

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Kazi Nazrul Islam AirportRDPMedium Airport
Panagarh Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Bokaro Airport-Small Airport
Burnpur Airport-Small Airport
Deoghar AirportDGHSmall Airport
Durgapur Steel Plant Airport-Small Airport
Giridih Airport-Small Airport
Sido Kanhu Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Bhamal

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Agrawal Nursing Home
Col .(Dr.) Gupta Memorial Clinic and Nursing Home
Dr. B.K.Tewari Clinic
Dr. H. Rahman Clinic
Dr. U L Vishwakarma Clinic
Midway Nursing Home,Barakar
Mokim Clinic
Popular Nursing Home, Dhanbad
Prasad Nursing Home, Dhanbad
Vishwakarma Polyclinic
Vishwakarma Polyclinic and X Ray House

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 Bhamal

What is the population of Bhamal?

Bhamal has a population of 4,818 residents and is located in India. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 204.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bhamal 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 Bhamal?

Bhamal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches.

How is the job market in Bhamal?

The unemployment rate in Bhamal 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 87 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bhamal?

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

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