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Bishnupur, India

West Bengal · India

Bishnupur is a mid-size city in West Bengal, India with a population of 64,041. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
64,041 Population 412/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population64,041
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density412/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

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Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units25,616
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population64,041
Population Density412 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates23.0738°, 87.3199°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,240 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a mid-size city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 64,041. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bishnupur has a population of 64,041 with a density of 412 people per square mile, spread across 155.4 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

64,041
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
155.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bishnupur vs India Average

The median household income in Bishnupur is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Bishnupur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)4

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare1
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bishnupur is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 25,616 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units25,616

Property Tax

Climate in Bishnupur

Bishnupur has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (16.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1536 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.7°C / 62°F 6.3° / 27.1° 13.3
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 8° / 32.3° 24.8
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 14.4° / 38.1° 34.3
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 20.1° / 43.5° 40.5
May 31.7°C / 89°F 23.3° / 42.7° 166.1
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 25.6° / 41.2° 181.6
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 25.3° / 35.2° 258.3
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25° / 33.7° 328.4
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 23.8° / 33° 304.4
Oct 26.1°C / 79°F 18° / 32.1° 146.0
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 12.6° / 29.4° 12.6
Dec 17.5°C / 64°F 6.8° / 26.9° 25.8
Bishnupur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area155.4 sq mi (402.5 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates23.0738°N, 87.3199°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.79"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 46 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 35 km
Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 129 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 133 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 108 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 123 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 93 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 45 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 142 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 135 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 210 km
2019 Fani Category 2 170 km
2009 Aila Category 1 187 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 286 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 279 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 216 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.4 in
May 89°F (32°C) 3.0 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 8.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.2 in
August 84°F (29°C) 10.8 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Bishnupur has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 66°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Bishnupur

Institution Type Founded Website
Garhbeta College College
Garhbeta Government ITI College College

Schools in Bishnupur

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bishnupur High School,chakdaha
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Radio Stations near Bishnupur

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bishnupur

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bankura District Museum
Bankura District Museum

Libraries in Bishnupur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Garhbeta Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bishnupur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Garhbeta Bazar

Hotels in Bishnupur

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna
Bishnupur Tourist Lodge
New Mukherjee Lodge

Restaurants in Bishnupur

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

tales of Terracotta
Vanam

Monuments in Bishnupur

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rasmancha
Stone Chariot

Clinics in Bishnupur

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake View Nursing Home

Train Stations in Bishnupur

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bishnupur
Bishnupur Railway Station
Gokulnagar Joypur
Maynapur
Onda Gram Railway Station
Ramsagar

Bus Stations in Bishnupur

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bishnupur Bus Terminus

Gas Stations in Bishnupur

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #8867591531

Stadiums & Teams in Bishnupur

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Airports Near Bishnupur

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kazi Nazrul Islam AirportRDPMedium Airport
Panagarh Air Force StationMedium Airport
Burnpur AirportSmall Airport
Chakulia AirportSmall Airport
Durgapur Steel Plant AirportSmall Airport
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force StationSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bishnupur

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Medinipur Gram Post Office
Onda Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bishnupur

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Five pinnacled Shyamrai Temple
Mrinmoyee Temple

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Meteorites
2
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Bishnupur

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 1
Restaurants 1
Museums 1
Hotels 2
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Bishnupur

2 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (1)
  • • Bishnupur Rajbari
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Gumgar

🇮🇳 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 Bishnupur

What is the population of Bishnupur?

Bishnupur has a population of 64,041 residents and is located in India. The population density is 412 people per square mile, spread across 155.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bishnupur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bishnupur?

Bishnupur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches.

How is the job market in Bishnupur?

The unemployment rate in Bishnupur is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 4 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Bishnupur?

The median home value in Bishnupur is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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