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Burla, India

Odisha · India

Burla is a mid-size city in Odisha, India with a population of 46,698. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
46,698 Population 4,760/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
62.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population46,698
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density4,760/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty24.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$28
Housing Units18,679
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain62.1 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Population46,698
Population Density4,760 / sq mi
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates21.5098°, 83.8726°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceOdisha
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation62.1 inches (1,578 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age27.0 years

About Burla

Burla is a mid-size city in India (Odisha) with a population of 46,698. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Burla has a population of 46,698 with a density of 4,760 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

46,698
Total Population
4,760
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Burla vs India Average

The median household income in Burla is $1,400, 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 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 841 business establishments.

Income: Burla vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above India avg
Establishments (County)841

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Burla is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 18,679 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units18,679

Property Tax

Climate in Burla

Burla has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (34.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1350 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.1°C / 65°F 6° / 28.3° 12.7
Feb 21.4°C / 71°F 8.3° / 34° 21.3
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 15° / 39.7° 33.1
Apr 32.6°C / 91°F 21.1° / 43.8° 22.4
May 34.3°C / 94°F 23.5° / 44.8° 47.3
Jun 32.3°C / 90°F 24.7° / 43.4° 190.5
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 24.1° / 33.7° 311.7
Aug 27.2°C / 81°F 23.1° / 32.3° 384.7
Sep 27.1°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.8° 243.5
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 17.2° / 31° 59.5
Nov 21.4°C / 71°F 12.1° / 28.9° 5.7
Dec 18.5°C / 65°F 7.1° / 27.3° 18.0
Burla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density4,760/sq mi
Coordinates21.5098°N, 83.8726°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.1"
64% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.87"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 12, 2021.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 80 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 74 km
Jun 12, 2021 17 km WNW of T?lcher, India M3.9 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 4 248 km
2018 Titli Category 2 201 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 140 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 239 km
1999 Unnamed Category 3 124 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.6 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 8.8 in
July 82°F (28°C) 17.9 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 17.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.2 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Burla has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 69°F in December to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 62.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Burla

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Badal - MP3
Radio Dhoom (US) music AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Burla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Veer Surendra Sai Museum, Sambalpur

Libraries in Burla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dr. PMIASE Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Burla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Golebazar Chowk
Goshala Market
Rajiv Gandhi Market Complex

Theatres in Burla

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Open Air Theatre

Clinics in Burla

10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gourishankar Nursing Home
Gupta Nursing Home, Sambalpur
Jeevan jyoti Patho Clinic
Nidan Nursing Home
Patel Nursing Home, Sambalpur
Ramchandi Nursing Home
Samaleshwari Nursing Home
Super Specialist Clinic
Sushruta Nursing Home
Unik Speech and Hearing Clinic

Train Stations in Burla

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Attabira
Godbhaga
Hirakud

Gas Stations in Burla

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #8400930241

Banks in Burla

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SBI ATM

Stadiums & Teams in Burla

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Airports Near Burla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hirakud Airport-Small Airport
Jharsuguda AirportJRGSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)-Small 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 Burla

What is the population of Burla?

Burla has a population of 46,698 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,760 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Burla expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,000 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Burla?

Burla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches.

How is the job market in Burla?

The unemployment rate in Burla is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 841 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Burla?

The median home value in Burla is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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