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Bhuj, India

Gujarat · India

Bhuj is a large city in Gujarat, India with a population of 148,834. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
148,834 Population 6,884/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
14.5 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

Population148,834
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density6,884/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$22,000
Rent$55
Housing Units59,534
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Population148,834
Population Density6,884 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates23.2540°, 69.6693°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceGujarat
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation14.5 inches (367 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,000
Median Age28.5 years

About Bhuj

Bhuj is a large city in India (Gujarat) with a population of 148,834. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bhuj has a population of 148,834 with a density of 6,884 people per square mile, spread across 21.6 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

148,834
Total Population
6,884
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
21.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bhuj vs India Average

The median household income in Bhuj 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 89 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.

Income: Bhuj 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)89

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare71
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bhuj 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 59,534 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 Units59,534

Property Tax

Climate in Bhuj

Bhuj has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (32°C), the coldest is Jan (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 810 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.9°C / 64°F 6.8° / 31.3° 1.5
Feb 22.4°C / 72°F 9.9° / 35.8° 0.1
Mar 26.7°C / 80°F 14.4° / 40.4° 4.5
Apr 30.6°C / 87°F 19.7° / 42.8° 3.1
May 32°C / 90°F 23.4° / 43.6° 16.1
Jun 32°C / 90°F 26.2° / 41.2° 77.3
Jul 29.8°C / 86°F 25.6° / 37.2° 261.6
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.1° / 34.9° 291.1
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 22.8° / 35.4° 131.1
Oct 27.1°C / 81°F 18.4° / 36.3° 17.3
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 12.5° / 34.3° 6.1
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 7.3° / 31° 0.5
Bhuj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 310 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 14.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area21.6 sq mi (56.0 km²)
Population Density6,884/sq mi
Coordinates23.2540°N, 69.6693°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.5"
62% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.54"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

160 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Apr 22, 2025.

Jan 26, 2001 17 km NW of Bhach?u, India M7.7 60 km
Jan 28, 2001 15 km WSW of R?par, India M5.8 91 km
Apr 6, 2006 13 km E of Bhach?u, India M5.5 83 km
Jan 26, 2001 22 km NNW of Anj?r, India M5.5 33 km
Mar 7, 2006 34 km NE of R?par, India M5.5 138 km
Jan 28, 2001 6 km SE of Bhach?u, India M5.4 73 km
Feb 19, 2001 40 km NW of Bhach?u, India M5.4 54 km
Feb 3, 2001 23 km WNW of R?par, India M5.3 90 km
Jan 26, 2001 17 km E of Bhuj, India M5.3 17 km
Jan 26, 2001 18 km NNW of Anj?r, India M5.2 30 km
Feb 8, 2001 24 km WNW of R?par, India M5.1 89 km
Jun 14, 2020 9 km N of Bhach?u, India M5.1 71 km
Jan 26, 2001 5 km S of Bhach?u, India M5.1 69 km
Aug 5, 2003 25 km WNW of R?par, India M5.0 92 km
Apr 6, 2006 17 km NNE of R?par, India M5.0 116 km
Jun 19, 2012 39 km NNW of Bhach?u, India M5.0 74 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km NNE of Bhuj, India M4.9 17 km
Mar 19, 2001 26 km WNW of Bhach?u, India M4.9 47 km
Apr 10, 2006 33 km NW of Bhach?u, India M4.9 48 km
Jan 26, 2001 17 km NNW of Anj?r, India M4.9 30 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 3 236 km
2019 Vayu Category 3 274 km
1999 Unnamed Category 3 139 km
1998 Unnamed Category 3 47 km
1982 Unnamed Category 1 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1845 RANN OF KUTCH Earthquake - - 138 km
1819 KUTCH Earthquake - 1,543 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
April 85°F (30°C) 0.0 in Driest
May 89°F (32°C) 0.0 in Warmest
June 89°F (31°C) 1.1 in
July 85°F (29°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in
September 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
October 83°F (28°C) 0.4 in
November 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Bhuj has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 66°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and April the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Bhuj

Institution Type Founded Website
BMCB College of Nursing College - ,
Government High school University - ,
JD INTERNATIONAL University - ,
Kachch University University - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,
Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul College - ,

Schools in Bhuj

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Indirabai Girls School - - - -
Alfred High School - - - -
V D High School Ground - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bhuj

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bhuj

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Kutch Museum
Sharad Baug Palace and Museum

Libraries in Bhuj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kera Kundanpar0.0
Public Library0.0

Hotels in Bhuj

13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anjali Palace
Clark Exotica, Seven Sky
Hari Om Residency
Hotel Abha International
Hotel Mahaveer
Hotel Prince
Hotel Rann Front
Kutch Safari Lodge
kutch safari lodge
Lake View
Park View
Party Plot
Seven Sky, Clark Exotica

Restaurants in Bhuj

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna
Colours Café
Green Rock
Noorani Mahal
Park View Restaurant

Cafes in Bhuj

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Chocolate Room

Theatres in Bhuj

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NY Cinema

Monuments in Bhuj

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hiralakshmi Caft Park
Rao Lakhpatji Chhatri

Castles in Bhuj

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aina Mahal
Prag Mahal
Rani Mahal
Rani Mahal

Clinics in Bhuj

10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhanushali Nursing Home
Dr. Tanna Path Lab
Jansari Clinic
Life Care Clinic
Shree Sonal Clinic
Shreeji Child Care
Shreeji Clinic
Swarup Clinic
Vanya Hospital
Zydus Wellness Clinic

Dentists in Bhuj

9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Planet
Diamond Dental Clinic
Dr. Nidhi's Dental World
Just Smile Dental Clinic
Navkar Dental Care
Niramaya Dental Hospital
Om Dental Care and Implant Centre
Patel Dental Clinic
Sanjeevan Eye and Dental Hospital

Train Stations in Bhuj

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhuj

Bus Stations in Bhuj

4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhuj Bus Depot
Bhuj Bus Stand (private buses)
Bhuj Bus Station (State Buses)
New Bus station

Gas Stations in Bhuj

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
IN #3299344424

Banks in Bhuj

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
HDFC

Shopping Malls in Bhuj

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dmart
Heritage
seven sky

Airports Near Bhuj

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bhuj AirportBHJMedium Airport
Kandla AirportIXYMedium Airport
Mandvi Airport-Small Airport
Mundra Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bhuj

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Durbargarh Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bhuj

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Divdhameshwar Temple
Gopnath Mahadev
Hatkeshwar temple
Mohammed Pannah Mosque
Paddapith Hanuman Temple
Swaminarayan Temple
Swaminarayan Temple

Explore Near Bhuj

UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bhuj

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 71
Restaurants 5
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 1
Banks 3
Museums 1
Hotels 8
Libraries 1
Parks 5
Police Stations 3
Fire Stations 1
Places of Worship 11

Things to See Near Bhuj

7 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (4)
  • • Aina Mahal
  • • Prag Mahal
  • • Rani Mahal
  • • Rani Mahal
⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Bhujiyo Hill
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Sarad Bagh Palace
🦁 Zoos (1)
  • • Gaushala

🇮🇳 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 Bhuj

What is the population of Bhuj?

Bhuj has a population of 148,834 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6,884 people per square mile, spread across 21.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bhuj 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 Bhuj?

Bhuj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.5 inches.

How is the job market in Bhuj?

Bhuj 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 89 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Bhuj?

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

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