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Calcutta, Suriname
Saramacca District · Suriname
Calcutta is a small town in Saramacca District, Suriname with a population of 1,647. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Calcutta
Calcutta is a resort in Suriname, located in the Saramacca District. Its population at the 2012 census was 1,647, and is mainly inhabited by East Indians. The town is named after Calcutta, India. From 1873 onwards, indentured workers were recruited from India to work the plantations. Most of the workers departed from Calcutta. About one third returned to India, but most decided to stay in Suriname.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,647 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8387°, -55.6741° |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
| Country | 🇸🇷 Suriname |
| State / Province | Saramacca District |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.7 inches (1,923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Calcutta
Calcutta is a small town in Suriname (Saramacca District) with a population of 1,647. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.7 inches. The timezone is America/Paramaribo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.4°F |
| 49% above Suriname avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 639.0 sq mi (1,655.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8387°N, 55.6741°W |
| Timezone | America/Paramaribo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in |
Calcutta has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 79°F in January to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 75.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and September the driest (2.9").
Schools in Calcutta
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.S. Huwelijkszorg | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Sidoredjo | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Von Freyburg | — | — | — | — |
| O.S. Calcutta | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Calcutta
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Apintie | — | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Restaurants in Calcutta
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Calcutta
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Calcutta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Calcutta
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport | PBM | Large Airport |
| Braak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Donderskamp Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eduard Alexander Gummels Airport | EAX | Small Airport |
| Gross Rosebel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Henri Alwies Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jarikaba Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Totness Airport | TOT | Small Airport |
| Zorg en Hoop Airport | ORG | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Suriname
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Calcutta?
Calcutta has a population of 1,647 residents and is located in Suriname. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 639.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Calcutta?
Calcutta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.7 inches.