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Challakere, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Challakere is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 55,194. Elevation: 1,923 ft (586 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
55,194 Population 4,592/sq mi density
1,923 ft Elevation 586 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
18.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population55,194
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density4,592/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain18.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population55,194
Population Density4,592 / sq mi
Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)
Coordinates14.3180°, 76.6517°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation18.2 inches (462 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Challakere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Challakere receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Challakere offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Challakere has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Challakere has a population of 55,194 with a density of 4,592 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

55,194
Total Population
4,592
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
12.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Challakere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Challakere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Challakere is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Challakere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Challakere, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Challakere vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Challakere has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,923 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.2 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)
Area12.0 sq mi (31.1 km²)
Population Density4,592/sq mi
Coordinates14.3180°N, 76.6517°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 84°F (29°C) 0.1 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.1 in Warmest
May 85°F (29°C) 2.8 in
June 79°F (26°C) 1.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 1.8 in
August 77°F (25°C) 1.9 in
September 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in
October 78°F (25°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Challakere has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 73°F in December to 86°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 18.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.0").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,592/sq mi
Total Area12.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Challakere

What is the population of Challakere?

Challakere has a population of 55,194 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,592 people per square mile, spread across 12.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Challakere expensive to live in?

Challakere is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Challakere?

Challakere has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Challakere?

Challakere has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Challakere?

34.4% of adults in Challakere hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Challakere?

The obesity rate in Challakere is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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