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Chandrapura, India

Jharkhand · India

Chandrapura is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 27,425. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
27,425 Population 557/sq mi density
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
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Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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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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About Chandrapura

Chandrapura is a census town in the Chandrapura CD block in the Bermo subdivision of the Bokaro district in the Indian state of Jharkhand. It is situated on the northern banks of the river Damodar. The town is well known for the Chandrapura Thermal Power Station, a thermal-coal based power generation unit of Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) and De Nobili school which was established by Roberto de Nobili. The school is one of 16 schools supported by Damodar Valley Corporation, an Indian state-owned corporation.

People

Population27,425
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density557/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units10,970
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Population27,425
Population Density557 / sq mi
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates23.7488°, 86.1196°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Chandrapura

Chandrapura is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 27,425. The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet (207 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chandrapura has a population of 27,425 with a density of 557 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

27,425
Total Population
557
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
49.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chandrapura vs India Average

The median household income in Chandrapura 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 494 business establishments.

Income: Chandrapura vs India

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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)494

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chandrapura 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 10,970 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 Units10,970

Property Tax

Climate in Chandrapura

Chandrapura has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1516 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.6°C / 60°F 5.1° / 26.4° 11.4
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 7° / 32.3° 19.1
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 13.2° / 38.2° 32.0
Apr 30.8°C / 87°F 19.1° / 43° 37.1
May 31.7°C / 89°F 22.1° / 43.8° 135.3
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 24.5° / 41.9° 184.3
Jul 28.6°C / 84°F 24.3° / 35° 262.7
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.7° / 32.9° 341.4
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 22.5° / 32.1° 325.8
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 16.5° / 30.9° 139.6
Nov 20.1°C / 68°F 11.4° / 28.3° 9.2
Dec 16.4°C / 62°F 5.7° / 26° 18.3
Chandrapura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 679 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area49.2 sq mi (127.5 km²)
Population Density557/sq mi
Coordinates23.7488°N, 86.1196°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.64"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 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 99 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 114 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 138 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 59 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 107 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 274 km
2019 Fani Category 1 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 5.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 12.6 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 11.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Chandrapura has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 65°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Chandrapura

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Farmers Markets in Chandrapura

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sector 2 shopping complex
Sector 2 shopping complex

Train Stations in Chandrapura

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chandrapura

Stadiums & Teams in Chandrapura

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chandrapura

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Bokaro AirportSmall Airport
Deoghar AirportDGHSmall Airport
Giridih AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Chandrapura

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Nikhil Clinic

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 Chandrapura

What is the population of Chandrapura?

Chandrapura has a population of 27,425 residents and is located in India. The population density is 557 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura?

Chandrapura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.

How is the job market in Chandrapura?

The unemployment rate in Chandrapura 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 494 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chandrapura?

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

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