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Bishnupur, India

Manipur · India

Bishnupur is a small city in Manipur, India with a population of 12,167. Elevation: 2,654 ft (809 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
12,167 Population 95/sq mi density
2,654 ft Elevation 809 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
97.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 8.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Bishnupur

Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a town in Bishnupur district in the state of Manipur, India. It derived its name from an ancient Vishnu temple located in the town. There is no official record of when exactly the town was named but it is likely during the reign of Bhagyachandra in the mid 18th century. Bishunupur is the administrative headquarters of Bishnupur District.

People

Population12,167
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density95/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty17.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units4,867
Rent Burden28.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain97.2 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Population12,167
Population Density95 / sq mi
Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Coordinates24.6285°, 93.7618°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceManipur
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation97.2 inches (2,470 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.5 years

About Bishnupur

Bishnupur is a small city in India (Manipur) with a population of 12,167. The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet (809 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bishnupur has a population of 12,167 with a density of 95 people per square mile, spread across 128.7 square miles. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,167
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below India avg
128.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bishnupur vs India Average

The median household income in Bishnupur is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 219 business establishments.

Income: Bishnupur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above India avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above India avg
Establishments (County)219

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bishnupur is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,867 total housing units in the city. 28.5% 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$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,867

Property Tax

Climate in Bishnupur

Bishnupur has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1306 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.6°C / 58°F 5.3° / 26.2° 11.7
Feb 16.3°C / 61°F 6.6° / 28.3° 22.4
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 10.1° / 32.4° 44.7
Apr 23.6°C / 74°F 15.3° / 34° 93.0
May 24.4°C / 76°F 17.3° / 34.2° 193.5
Jun 24.7°C / 76°F 19.4° / 32.4° 221.2
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 20.1° / 32.2° 213.6
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 19.8° / 31.3° 185.6
Sep 24.3°C / 76°F 19.3° / 31.7° 145.1
Oct 22.5°C / 73°F 16.4° / 30.2° 124.7
Nov 19.1°C / 66°F 11° / 27.8° 33.6
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 7° / 26.2° 17.1
Bishnupur enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 97.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average68.5°F
27% above India avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,654 ft (809 m)
Area128.7 sq mi (333.4 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates24.6285°N, 93.7618°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 97.2"
156% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 21.26"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

444 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 23 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 93 km
Aug 8, 1994 115 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.1 146 km
Sep 3, 2009 67 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.9 98 km
Apr 15, 1992 89 km NE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.7 120 km
Dec 29, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.6 110 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 143 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 116 km
Oct 11, 2000 52 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 140 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 32 km
Aug 11, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.5 110 km
Dec 4, 1991 47 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.5 72 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 114 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 67 km
May 11, 1991 10 km SSE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.4 43 km
Oct 16, 1998 30 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 136 km
Mar 5, 2025 64 km E of Wāngjing, India M5.4 95 km
Apr 10, 2001 99 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.3 129 km
Jul 31, 1997 27 km ESE of Darlawn, India M5.3 103 km
Aug 22, 2025 30 km SSW of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) M5.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 1 283 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 59 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 166 km
1994 Unnamed Category 1 292 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 70 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 60°F (16°C) 1.5 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
April 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
May 74°F (23°C) 7.9 in
June 75°F (24°C) 21.3 in Warmest, Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 19.2 in
August 75°F (24°C) 16.6 in
September 74°F (23°C) 10.9 in
October 71°F (22°C) 8.3 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.5 in Driest

Bishnupur has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 97.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (21.3") and December the driest (0.5").

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Museums in Bishnupur

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum
INA Museum
Kangla Museum
Manipur Science Museum
Manipur State museum
Rkcs Art Gallery And Museum
Three Mothers Art Gallery

Libraries in Bishnupur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Manipur State Central Library0.0
Manipur State Central Library0.0
The Manipur Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bishnupur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Temporary Womens Market
Temporary Womens Market

Gas Stations in Bishnupur

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

M/S Bitej Gasoline Centre

Stadiums & Teams in Bishnupur

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Airports Near Bishnupur

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bir Tikendrajit International AirportIMFLarge Airport

Treatment Centers in Bishnupur

32 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ACME Fertility and Healthcare Centre
AK Clinic
Asia Pacific Centre for Heart, Lungs and Vascular Care
Babita Physiotherapy Clinic
Care Physio Clinic
Classical Homeopathy Clinic
Divine Health Care
Dr. Basanta Clinic
Dr. Karam Lokendro Skin Clinic
Dr. Nabachandra's Paediatric Clinic
Dr. Romen Eye Clinic
Dr. Sudharanjan ENT
Dr. Suraj Clinic
Dr. Taruni Clinic
Dr.Ramananda Eye Care Clinic
Excel Polyclinic & Diagonist Centre
Focus Eye Clinic
Green Valley Clinic
Jandho Memorial Clinic
Kaka Physiotherapy Clinic
Kidney Care Clinic
Langlen Eye Clinic
Langol View Charitable Clinic And Maternity Home
Langol View Clinic
Life Span Diabetes Clinic
Little Clinic
Niti Clinic
Radhamanbi Fetility Centre
Sharma Eye Care
Sunshine Physiotherapy Clinic
Trucare ENT Clinic
Yaima Eye Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bishnupur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Vishnu Temple

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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bishnupur

What is the population of Bishnupur?

Bishnupur has a population of 12,167 residents and is located in India. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 128.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bishnupur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 97.2 inches.

How is the job market in Bishnupur?

The job market in Bishnupur faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 219 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bishnupur?

The median home value in Bishnupur is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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