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Bihār Sharīf, India

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Bihār Sharīf is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 297,268. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
297,268 Population 1,032/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
38.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population297,268
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density1,032/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units118,907
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Population297,268
Population Density1,032 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates25.2008°, 85.5239°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation38.7 inches (983 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Bihār Sharīf

Bihār Sharīf is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 297,268. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bihār Sharīf has a population of 297,268 with a density of 1,032 people per square mile, spread across 288.2 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

297,268
Total Population
1,032
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
288.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bihār Sharīf vs India Average

The median household income in Bihār Sharīf is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.

Income: Bihār Sharīf vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)15

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare12
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bihār Sharīf is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 118,907 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units118,907

Property Tax

Climate in Bihār Sharīf

Bihār Sharīf has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1056 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.6°C / 60°F 5.1° / 27.7° 4.9
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 6.8° / 32.8° 18.0
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 12.6° / 39° 18.8
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 19.4° / 43.8° 11.3
May 33.6°C / 92°F 23.1° / 45.4° 69.8
Jun 34.2°C / 93°F 26.3° / 44.5° 160.4
Jul 30.5°C / 87°F 25.8° / 37.4° 235.3
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 24.9° / 34.9° 230.5
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 23.3° / 33.8° 226.2
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 16.6° / 32.1° 72.4
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 11.1° / 29.4° 1.1
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 5.4° / 26.9° 7.7
Bihār Sharīf has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area288.2 sq mi (746.4 km²)
Population Density1,032/sq mi
Coordinates25.2008°N, 85.5239°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.28"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.4 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.3 in
May 90°F (32°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 5.6 in
July 85°F (29°C) 10.1 in
August 85°F (29°C) 10.3 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bihār Sharīf has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 61°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.3") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Bihār Sharīf

Institution Type Founded Website
Ajatshatru Residence University - ,
Ram Babu High school College - ,
Ram Babu's HIgh school Play Ground College - ,
SU College College - ,

Schools in Bihār Sharīf

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alliance Public School - - - -
Soghra High School - - - -
Alliance Public School - - - -
Soghra High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bihār Sharīf

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bihār Sharīf

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buddhist museum
Nalanda museum

Libraries in Bihār Sharīf

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buddha Library0.0
budhha library0.0
Gyan Ganga Library0.0
Gyan Ganga Library0.0
Ignou study center0.0
Ignou study center0.0

Farmers Markets in Bihār Sharīf

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
madhopur bazar

Restaurants in Bihār Sharīf

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bittu's restaurant
Hotel RR Grand
The laziz pizza

Monuments in Bihār Sharīf

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tomb of Malik Ibrahim Bayu

Clinics in Bihār Sharīf

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jaya Nursing Home, Nalanda
Satyam Nursing Home, Nalanda
Suhagi Clinic

Dentists in Bihār Sharīf

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

dental hospital

Train Stations in Bihār Sharīf

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bihar Sharif Junction
Pawapuri Road
Rahui Road
Wena

Bus Stations in Bihār Sharīf

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus station
IN #1680631884

Gas Stations in Bihār Sharīf

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #2081745323

Shopping Malls in Bihār Sharīf

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nalanda V2 mall

Gyms in Bihār Sharīf

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Star the Gym

Airports Near Bihār Sharīf

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gaya AirportGAYMedium Airport
Jay Prakash Narayan AirportPATMedium Airport
Bihta Air Force Station-Small Airport
Ulao Aerodrome-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Bihār Sharīf

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Jaya Nursing Home, Nalanda
Satyam Nursing Home, Nalanda
Suhagi Clinic

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bihār Sharīf

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Nalanda

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bihār Sharīf

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 2
Hospitals 12
Restaurants 3
Libraries 1

Things to See Near Bihār Sharīf

1 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Nalanda

🇮🇳 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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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bihār Sharīf

Nalanda
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bihār Sharīf

What is the population of Bihār Sharīf?

Bihār Sharīf has a population of 297,268 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,032 people per square mile, spread across 288.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bihār Sharīf expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bihār Sharīf?

Bihār Sharīf has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bihār Sharīf?

The unemployment rate in Bihār Sharīf is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 15 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Bihār Sharīf?

The median home value in Bihār Sharīf is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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