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Bhavnagar, India

Gujarat · India

Bhavnagar is a major city in Gujarat, India with a population of 605,882. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
605,882 Population 14,495/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,000 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$3,000 median income, 3.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$22,000 home value, $55/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population605,882
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density14,495/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,000
Per Capita$3,100
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$22,000
Rent$55
Housing Units242,353
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population605,882
Population Density14,495 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates21.7629°, 72.1533°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceGujarat
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (606 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,000
Median Age28.5 years

About Bhavnagar

Bhavnagar is a major city in India (Gujarat) with a population of 605,882. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bhavnagar has a population of 605,882 with a density of 14,495 people per square mile, spread across 41.8 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

605,882
Total Population
14,495
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
41.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bhavnagar vs India Average

The median household income in Bhavnagar is $3,000, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $60, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Bhavnagar vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$3,000
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,100
Avg Weekly Wage$60

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare78
Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bhavnagar is $22,000, 92% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $55 (95% below the national average of $1,163). There are 242,353 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,000
92% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$55
95% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units242,353

Property Tax

Climate in Bhavnagar

Bhavnagar has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (34.8°C), the coldest is Jan (19.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 976 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 7.8° / 33.1° 0.2
Feb 23.9°C / 75°F 10.6° / 38.4° 0.0
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 14.6° / 42.4° 5.0
Apr 33.3°C / 92°F 20.7° / 45° 2.5
May 34.8°C / 95°F 24.1° / 46.1° 22.5
Jun 32.3°C / 90°F 25.4° / 43.2° 163.1
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 24.8° / 36.3° 260.0
Aug 28°C / 82°F 23° / 35° 241.6
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 22.5° / 34.1° 238.3
Oct 26.9°C / 80°F 17.9° / 34.5° 28.8
Nov 23.3°C / 74°F 13.1° / 33.6° 8.3
Dec 20.3°C / 69°F 8.4° / 31.9° 5.3
Bhavnagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area41.8 sq mi (108.3 km²)
Population Density14,495/sq mi
Coordinates21.7629°N, 72.1533°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.9"
37% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.72"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on May 16, 2021.

Aug 24, 1993 36 km ESE of Delv?da, India M5.0 149 km
Aug 13, 2000 6 km NW of Chal?la, India M4.7 112 km
Nov 17, 1996 8 km E of Kosamba, India M4.2 97 km
May 16, 2021 41 km S of R?jula, India M4.1 141 km
Jul 17, 2016 12 km SSW of Gariadhar, India M4.1 72 km
Jul 16, 2020 20 km E of R?jkot, India M4.1 132 km
Dec 31, 1993 12 km SW of Surat, India M3.8 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 68 km
1998 Unnamed Category 2 258 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 214 km
1982 Unnamed Category 2 22 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.0 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 4.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 7.7 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 5.9 in
September 83°F (28°C) 4.9 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.6 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in

Bhavnagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 68°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Bhavnagar

Institution Type Founded Website
Sir P. P. Institute of Science College - ,

Schools in Bhavnagar

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
R. K. Home School - - - -
Fatima Convent High School - - - -
Saint Mary High School - - - -
R. K. Home School - - - -
Fatima Convent High School - - - -
Saint Mary High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bhavnagar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Bhavnagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barton Library0.0
District Library0.0

Hotels in Bhavnagar

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

1589 Generation X Hotel
Belgian waffle
Bhavnagar;Hotel Sun ‘n Shine
Malhar Dosa
Mango
Sankalp & Saffron
Skyway Hotel

Monuments in Bhavnagar

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ganga Deri Mandir/Ganga Chhatri

Castles in Bhavnagar

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhavvilaa Palace
Nilambag Palace

Clinics in Bhavnagar

22 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chirag Clinic
Chirag Clinic
Dhanvantari Clinic
Dr Dijesh Shahs Meru Nurshing Home
Dr. Dhirendra Muni Skin Care & Laser Cosmetic Centre
Dr. Rahul Shridharani Clinic
Gopal Clinic
Hanumant Clinic
Janani Prasuti Gruh And Sonography Clinic
Jivan Jyot Healthcare & Polyclinic
Krishna Pain Clinic
Madhav Clinic
Mother Care Clinic
Noor Clinic
Om Ent and Sinus Clinic
Radiance Skin Clinic
Raza Clinic
Samvedna Clinic
Sanket ENT Clinic
Shraddha Clinic
Tulip Multispeciality Clinic
Vivek Clinic

Dentists in Bhavnagar

8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Dental & Maxillofacial Hospital
Diksha Dental Care & Implant Centre
Dr. Dhruva's Dental House
Kartik Dental Clinic
Navdant Dental Clinic
R.K. Dental Clinic & Orthodontic Centre
Sameer Dental Care
Vraj Multi Speciality Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Bhavnagar

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhavnagar Para
Bhavnagar Terminus

Bus Stations in Bhavnagar

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Bus Stand
GSRTC Bus Station

Gas Stations in Bhavnagar

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Gujarat Gas CNG Station
HP
Jay Ramapeer Petroleum

Banks in Bhavnagar

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Baroda
Central Bank of India
HDFC Bank
Punjab National Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India
State Bank of India - Parimal Chowk

Airports Near Bhavnagar

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Surat International AirportSTVLarge Airport
Bhavnagar AirportBHUMedium Airport

Post Offices in Bhavnagar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
ADHEVADA BRANCH POST OFFICE

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bhavnagar

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akshardham Temple
BAPS Temple
Bhavnath Mahadev Temple
Chand Masjid
CNI Church
CNI Church
Dada Saheb Derasar
Shree Ram Mantra Mandir
Takhteshwar Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bhavnagar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 78
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 3
Banks 6
Hotels 10
Parks 8
Places of Worship 10

Things to See Near Bhavnagar

3 places within 15 km

🐠 Aquariums (1)
  • • Angel Aquarium
🏰 Castles (2)
  • • Bhavvilaa Palace
  • • Nilambag Palace

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bhavnagar

What is the population of Bhavnagar?

Bhavnagar has a population of 605,882 residents and is located in India. The population density is 14,495 people per square mile, spread across 41.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bhavnagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,000, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $22,000 (92% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $55 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bhavnagar?

Bhavnagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches.

How is the job market in Bhavnagar?

Bhavnagar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $60. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bhavnagar?

The median home value in Bhavnagar is $22,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $55.

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