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Bhilai, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Bhilai is a major city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 627,734. Elevation: 1,007 ft (307 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
627,734 Population 4,768/sq mi density
1,007 ft Elevation 307 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
49.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population627,734
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density4,768/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units251,094
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Population627,734
Population Density4,768 / sq mi
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Coordinates21.2092°, 81.4285°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Bhilai

Bhilai is a major city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 627,734. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet (307 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bhilai has a population of 627,734 with a density of 4,768 people per square mile, spread across 131.7 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

627,734
Total Population
4,768
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
131.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bhilai vs India Average

The median household income in Bhilai is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5 business establishments.

Income: Bhilai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare4
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bhilai is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 251,094 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units251,094

Property Tax

Climate in Bhilai

Bhilai has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1277 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.5
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 231.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 394.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 312.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 207.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 31.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.2
Bhilai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area131.7 sq mi (341.0 km²)
Population Density4,768/sq mi
Coordinates21.2092°N, 81.4285°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.00"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 2 299 km
2014 Hudhud Category 1 256 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 206 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
February 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 7.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 15.0 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 13.2 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Bhilai has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 68°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.0") and November the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Bhilai

Institution Type Founded Website
Bhilai Institute of Technology University Visit →
Bhilai Institute of Technology University
Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai University Visit →
kalyan p g college College
Science College College
Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus College Visit →

Museums in Bhilai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mahant Ghasidas Memorial Museum

Libraries in Bhilai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Kumaragupta Central Library0.0
Nalanda Parisar0.0
Pt. Sundar lal sharma library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bhilai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bazar Chowk Dharsiva
Borsi Market
Borsi Market
Dangania Market
lalpur wholesale fruit market
lalpur wholesale fruit market
Turihatri
Turihatri
बमलेश्वरी नगर बाज़ार
बमलेश्वरी नगर बाज़ार

Monuments in Bhilai

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

India - Soviet Union Friendship Monument

Train Stations in Bhilai

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bhilai

Banks in Bhilai

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dena Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Bhilai

TeamLeagueDivision
Jayanti Stadium
PT Ravishankar Shukla Stadium

Airports Near Bhilai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Swami Vivekananda AirportRPRMedium Airport
Bhilai AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bhilai

23 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Akruti Clinic
Ashirya Dental And Polyclinic
Bhilai Nursing Home
Bhilai Speech and Hearing Clinic
Devika Nursing Home, Sindhi Colony, Station Road, Durg
Dhillon Nursing Home
Dr M K Sahu clinic
Dr NareshSwarnkar dental clinic
DR RITESH WALMIK CHILD CLINIC
Dr Siddiqui Eye Hospital
Dr Telang Clinic
Dr.Tamrakar Homeopathy clinic
Gupta Nursing Home, Durg
Kothari Nursing Home
Mp Nursing Home
Naik nursing home
Nandini Dental Clinic
Narayani heart & diabetes clinic
Pandey Nursing Home
Perfect Skin And Hair Clinic
Sanjeevani clinic
Sharma Multi-speciality Clinic
Soni German Homeo and Patanjali Store

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bhilai

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gurudwara Shri Guru Ramdas Ji
Shiv Mandir

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bhilai

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 4
Banks 1
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 2

🇮🇳 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 Bhilai

What is the population of Bhilai?

Bhilai has a population of 627,734 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,768 people per square mile, spread across 131.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bhilai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bhilai?

Bhilai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches.

How is the job market in Bhilai?

Bhilai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 5 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bhilai?

The median home value in Bhilai is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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