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Bihārīganj, India

Bihar · India

Bihārīganj is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 32,805. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

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C Fair
32,805 Population 633/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population32,805
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density633/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units13,122
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population32,805
Population Density633 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates25.7342°, 86.9884°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,197 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Bihārīganj

Bihārīganj is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 32,805. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bihārīganj has a population of 32,805 with a density of 633 people per square mile, spread across 51.8 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

32,805
Total Population
633
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
51.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bihārīganj vs India Average

The median household income in Bihārīganj 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 590 business establishments.

Income: Bihārīganj 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)590

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bihārīganj 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 13,122 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 Units13,122

Property Tax

Climate in Bihārīganj

Bihārīganj has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1521 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5.6° / 26.9° 3.1
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 7.1° / 32.6° 17.2
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 13.3° / 38.9° 28.8
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 19.2° / 43.4° 35.4
May 32.4°C / 90°F 22.9° / 43.3° 151.3
Jun 32.1°C / 90°F 26° / 41.3° 252.2
Jul 29.7°C / 85°F 25.7° / 35.7° 314.6
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 25.1° / 34.2° 283.6
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 23.8° / 33.5° 321.7
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 17.4° / 32° 109.4
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 12° / 29° 0.3
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 5.7° / 25.8° 3.6
Bihārīganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area51.8 sq mi (134.2 km²)
Population Density633/sq mi
Coordinates25.7342°N, 86.9884°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.13"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 50 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 88 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 97 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 149 km
Jun 20, 2018 17 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 146 km
Sep 27, 2001 31 km E of Dhar?n, Nepal M4.3 135 km
Aug 22, 2025 29 km N of Triyuga, Nepal M4.1 149 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 49 km
Jul 8, 2003 22 km ESE of Dhankut?, Nepal M3.9 142 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake 10,600 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.0 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.0 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 7.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.1 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
September 83°F (29°C) 8.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Bihārīganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 62°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Bihārīganj

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Jagriti 90.4 FM MP3

Train Stations in Bihārīganj

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barhara Kothi
Bihariganj
Raghubans Nagar

Airports Near Bihārīganj

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhagalpur AirportSmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport
Saharsa AirportSmall 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 Bihārīganj

What is the population of Bihārīganj?

Bihārīganj has a population of 32,805 residents and is located in India. The population density is 633 people per square mile, spread across 51.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bihārīganj 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 Bihārīganj?

Bihārīganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.

How is the job market in Bihārīganj?

The unemployment rate in Bihārīganj 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 590 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bihārīganj?

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

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