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Chandrapur, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Chandrapur is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 7,688. Elevation: 623 ft (190 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,688 Population 34/sq mi density
623 ft Elevation 190 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
51.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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About Chandrapur

Chandrapur

Chandrapur is a village situated in the Sakti district of Chhattisgarh, India. Located on the banks of the Mahanadi River, it is renowned for its religious significance, particularly the Chandrahasini Temple and Nathal Dai Temple.

People

Population7,688
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density34/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units3,075
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Population7,688
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Coordinates21.7076°, 83.2349°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,318 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Chandrapur

Chandrapur is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 7,688. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet (190 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chandrapur has a population of 7,688 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 223.8 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,688
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
223.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chandrapur vs India Average

The median household income in Chandrapur 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 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 138 business establishments.

Income: Chandrapur 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

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chandrapur is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,075 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,075

Property Tax

Chandrapur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area223.8 sq mi (579.6 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates21.7076°N, 83.2349°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"
37% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.59"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 93 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 138 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 231 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 196 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 191 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 268 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 96°F (36°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 6.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 15.6 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 14.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Chandrapur has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.6") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Chandrapur

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Airports Near Chandrapur

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Korba AirportSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chandrapur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chandrahasini Temple

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 Chandrapur

What is the population of Chandrapur?

Chandrapur has a population of 7,688 residents and is located in India. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 223.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chandrapur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chandrapur?

Chandrapur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches.

How is the job market in Chandrapur?

Chandrapur has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chandrapur?

The median home value in Chandrapur is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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