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Chākia, India

Bihar · India

Chākia is a small city in Bihar, India with a population of 20,686. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
20,686 Population 211/sq mi density
220 ft Elevation 67 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population20,686
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density211/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units8,274
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Population20,686
Population Density211 / sq mi
Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates26.4160°, 85.0467°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,082 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Chākia

Chākia is a small city in India (Bihar) with a population of 20,686. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chākia has a population of 20,686 with a density of 211 people per square mile, spread across 97.9 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,686
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
97.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chākia vs India Average

The median household income in Chākia is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 372 business establishments.

Income: Chākia vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)372

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chākia is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,274 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,274

Property Tax

Climate in Chākia

Chākia has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.5°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1276 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5.6° / 27.5° 5.2
Feb 19°C / 66°F 7.5° / 32.4° 18.2
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 12.4° / 39° 19.6
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 18.5° / 43.5° 24.2
May 32.7°C / 91°F 22.3° / 44° 108.9
Jun 33.5°C / 92°F 26.1° / 43.6° 189.3
Jul 30.1°C / 86°F 25.8° / 36.8° 345.9
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 25° / 34.8° 284.0
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 23.2° / 34.2° 210.5
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.3° / 32.5° 60.9
Nov 21°C / 70°F 11.9° / 30.3° 0.7
Dec 16.6°C / 62°F 6° / 27.7° 8.8
Chākia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area97.9 sq mi (253.6 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates26.4160°N, 85.0467°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

56 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M3.6 on Jun 10, 2022.

Apr 25, 2015 0 km NNW of Dhulikhel, Nepal M6.1 143 km
Apr 25, 2015 0 km WNW of Panauti??, Nepal M5.3 138 km
Apr 25, 2015 7 km W of Kirtipur, Nepal M5.0 141 km
Jun 27, 1998 6 km NNE of Dhulikhel, Nepal M4.9 149 km
Apr 25, 2015 12 km WSW of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.9 137 km
Apr 25, 2015 18 km E of Dhulikhel, Nepal M4.8 150 km
Apr 25, 2015 2 km SW of Nagarkot, Nepal M4.8 150 km
Jul 2, 2017 59 km NNE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.8 140 km
Mar 3, 1997 59 km NNE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.7 138 km
Apr 24, 2019 22 km WNW of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.7 150 km
May 20, 2015 11 km S of Hetauda, Nepal M4.6 101 km
Feb 27, 2017 47 km ESE of Panauti, Nepal M4.6 138 km
Jul 9, 1993 15 km NE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.6 110 km
Apr 26, 2015 16 km ESE of Panauti, Nepal M4.6 139 km
Apr 25, 2015 1 km W of Panauti??, Nepal M4.6 138 km
Jul 3, 2015 34 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.5 146 km
Apr 25, 2015 3 km NW of Hari Bdr Tamang House, Nepal M4.5 142 km
Apr 25, 2015 37 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.4 148 km
Sep 22, 2015 21 km W of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.4 142 km
May 27, 2015 31 km W of Hetauda, Nepal M4.4 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.5 in
April 83°F (28°C) 0.5 in
May 87°F (30°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 6.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.1 in
September 83°F (28°C) 7.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Chākia has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 60°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.7") and December the driest (0.1").

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Hotels in Chākia

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Gagan

Restaurants in Chākia

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Champaran Meat House

Train Stations in Chākia

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chakia

Gas Stations in Chākia

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #10244724148

Airports Near Chākia

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Muzaffarpur AirportMZUMedium Airport
Raxaul Airport-Small Airport
Simara AirportSIFSmall 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 Chākia

What is the population of Chākia?

Chākia has a population of 20,686 residents and is located in India. The population density is 211 people per square mile, spread across 97.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chākia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chākia?

Chākia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.

How is the job market in Chākia?

The unemployment rate in Chākia is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 372 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chākia?

The median home value in Chākia is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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