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Bhuwaneshwar, India

Maharashtra · India

Bhuwaneshwar is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 8,871. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
8,871 Population 25/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
148.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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People

Population8,871
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density25/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units3,548
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain148.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population8,871
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates18.4319°, 73.1235°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation148.2 inches (3,763 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Bhuwaneshwar

Bhuwaneshwar is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 8,871. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 148.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bhuwaneshwar has a population of 8,871 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 355.6 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,871
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
355.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bhuwaneshwar vs India Average

The median household income in Bhuwaneshwar is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above 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 160 business establishments.

Income: Bhuwaneshwar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)160

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bhuwaneshwar is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,548 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 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,548

Property Tax

Bhuwaneshwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 148.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.0°F
48% above India avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area355.6 sq mi (921.0 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates18.4319°N, 73.1235°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 148.2"
290% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 56.57"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 24, 2019.

Sep 5, 2000 5 km W of P?tan, India M5.2 141 km
Feb 1, 1994 5 km SSE of M?khjan, India M5.0 140 km
Mar 12, 1995 23 km W of Satara, India M4.7 111 km
Mar 13, 1995 11 km SW of Rahimatpur, India M4.5 146 km
Feb 14, 1998 3 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.4 138 km
Apr 14, 2012 11 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 141 km
Aug 20, 2007 22 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 150 km
Oct 22, 1993 9 km NE of P?tan, India M4.4 142 km
Dec 12, 2009 17 km SSW of M?khjan, India M4.3 150 km
Apr 26, 1996 13 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.2 149 km
Jul 24, 2019 25 km WSW of Shirgaon, India M4.1 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 144 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 11 km
2019 Kyaar:kyarr Category 1 275 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 28.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 56.6 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 39.3 in
September 79°F (26°C) 17.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
November 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in
December 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in

Bhuwaneshwar has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 75°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 148.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (56.6") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Bhuwaneshwar

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
J M Rathi School
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Farmers Markets in Bhuwaneshwar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mina Bazar

Airports Near Bhuwaneshwar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International AirportBOMLarge Airport
Navi Mumbai International AirportNMILarge Airport
Aamby Valley AirportSmall Airport
Juhu AerodromeSmall Airport

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 Bhuwaneshwar

What is the population of Bhuwaneshwar?

Bhuwaneshwar has a population of 8,871 residents and is located in India. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 355.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bhuwaneshwar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bhuwaneshwar?

Bhuwaneshwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 148.2 inches.

How is the job market in Bhuwaneshwar?

Bhuwaneshwar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 160 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bhuwaneshwar?

The median home value in Bhuwaneshwar is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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