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Chākuliā, India

Jharkhand · India

Chākuliā is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 16,306. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
16,306 Population 88/sq mi density
400 ft Elevation 122 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
51.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,306
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density88/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units6,522
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Population16,306
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates22.4830°, 86.7179°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.8 inches (1,316 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Chākuliā

Chākuliā is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 16,306. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chākuliā has a population of 16,306 with a density of 88 people per square mile, spread across 184.6 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,306
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
184.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chākuliā vs India Average

The median household income in Chākuliā is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 294 business establishments.

Income: Chākuliā vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)294

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chākuliā is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,522 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,522

Property Tax

Climate in Chākuliā

Chākuliā has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1575 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 6.4° / 27.3° 14.6
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 8° / 33.1° 27.6
Mar 26°C / 79°F 14.6° / 39° 38.7
Apr 31.4°C / 88°F 19.7° / 43.9° 47.5
May 31.6°C / 89°F 23.2° / 42.9° 168.8
Jun 30.9°C / 88°F 25.2° / 41.1° 169.5
Jul 29°C / 84°F 24.8° / 35° 266.8
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.4° / 33.5° 338.2
Sep 27.5°C / 82°F 23.5° / 32.6° 309.5
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 17.9° / 31.6° 151.8
Nov 21.4°C / 70°F 12.6° / 29.2° 15.1
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 7° / 26.9° 27.6
Chākuliā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above India avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area184.6 sq mi (478.0 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates22.4830°N, 86.7179°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.8"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.85"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 83 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 74 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 29 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 97 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 113 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 84 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Yaas (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Yaas Category 1 267 km
2020 Amphan Category 3 178 km
2019 Fani Category 4 100 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 202 km
2009 Aila Category 1 182 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 222 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 273 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 251 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 247 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.3 in
May 90°F (32°C) 2.8 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 7.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 11.1 in
August 83°F (29°C) 11.9 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 10.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Chākuliā has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 67°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Chākuliā

Institution Type Founded Website
Baharagora Polytechnic College College - ,

Schools in Chākuliā

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kalapathar Middle School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chākuliā

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Clinics in Chākuliā

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #13652444995

Train Stations in Chākuliā

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chakulia
Gidhni
Kokpara

Bus Stations in Chākuliā

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baharagora Bus Terminal

Gas Stations in Chākuliā

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #9569729733
Indian Oil

Banks in Chākuliā

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Airports Near Chākuliā

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sonari AirportIXWMedium Airport
Chakulia Airport-Small Airport
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force Station-Small Airport

Post Offices in Chākuliā

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gandanata Post office

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 Chākuliā

What is the population of Chākuliā?

Chākuliā has a population of 16,306 residents and is located in India. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 184.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chākuliā expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chākuliā?

Chākuliā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.8 inches.

How is the job market in Chākuliā?

The unemployment rate in Chākuliā is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 294 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chākuliā?

The median home value in Chākuliā is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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