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Birgañj, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Birgañj is a large city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 268,273. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
268,273 Population 9,235/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
61.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population268,273
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density9,235/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain61.0 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population268,273
Population Density9,235 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates27.0174°, 84.8805°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation61.0 inches (1,549 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Birgañj a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birgañj receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Birgañj has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Birgañj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Birgañj has a population of 268,273 with a density of 9,235 people per square mile, spread across 29.1 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

268,273
Total Population
9,235
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
29.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Birgañj vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Birgañj vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birgañj is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Birgañj vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Birgañj, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Birgañj vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Birgañj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.1°F
41% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.0 inches
60% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area29.1 sq mi (75.2 km²)
Population Density9,235/sq mi
Coordinates27.0174°N, 84.8805°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 9.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 17.8 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 15.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Birgañj has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 61°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.8") and December the driest (0.2").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density9,235/sq mi
Total Area29.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Birgañj

What is the population of Birgañj?

Birgañj has a population of 268,273 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 9,235 people per square mile, spread across 29.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Birgañj expensive to live in?

Birgañj is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Birgañj?

Birgañj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Birgañj?

The job market in Birgañj faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Birgañj?

21.3% of adults in Birgañj hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Birgañj?

The obesity rate in Birgañj is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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