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Bhangtar, Bhutan
Samdrup Jongkhar · Bhutan
Bhangtar is a small town in Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan with a population of 656. Elevation: 994 ft (303 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Bhangtar
Samdrupcholing, formerly known as Bhangtar, is a rural town, Yenlag Thromde, in the southeast of Bhutan. It is located in Samdrup Jongkhar District, close to the border with India.
People
Climate
| Population | 656 |
| Population Density | 379 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.8167°, 91.7167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
| Country | 🇧🇹 Bhutan |
| State / Province | Samdrup Jongkhar |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.9 inches (2,537 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bhangtar
Bhangtar is a small town in Bhutan (Samdrup Jongkhar) with a population of 656. The city sits at an elevation of 994 feet (303 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Thimphu.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.8°F |
| 39% above Bhutan avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 379/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.8167°N, 91.7167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Thimphu |
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 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 23.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 18.8 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 13.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Bhangtar has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 63°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (23.0") and December the driest (0.4").
Libraries in Bhangtar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth Centre Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bhangtar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Market |
Gas Stations in Bhangtar
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bhangtar
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport | GAU | Large Airport |
| Yongphulla Airport | YON | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Bhangtar?
Bhangtar has a population of 656 residents and is located in Bhutan. The population density is 379 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bhangtar?
Bhangtar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 99.9 inches.