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Chāpar, India

Assam · India

Chāpar is a small city in Assam, India with a population of 20,322. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
20,322 Population 186/sq mi density
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
115.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population20,322
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density186/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units8,129
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain115.5 in/yr
Sunny Days192/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Population20,322
Population Density186 / sq mi
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates26.2727°, 90.4456°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation115.5 inches (2,933 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Chāpar

Chāpar is a small city in India (Assam) with a population of 20,322. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chāpar has a population of 20,322 with a density of 186 people per square mile, spread across 109.5 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,322
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
109.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chāpar vs India Average

The median household income in Chāpar is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 366 business establishments.

Income: Chāpar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)366

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chāpar is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,129 total housing units in the city. 30.6% 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$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,129

Property Tax

Climate in Chāpar

Chāpar has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2207 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.3°C / 61°F 8.7° / 24.4° 4.4
Feb 18.1°C / 65°F 9.7° / 26.6° 19.2
Mar 22.6°C / 73°F 13.8° / 31.8° 70.1
Apr 26°C / 79°F 18.3° / 34.6° 177.2
May 27.7°C / 82°F 21° / 35.1° 383.2
Jun 28.9°C / 84°F 24.2° / 34.4° 527.8
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 25.3° / 34.4° 375.5
Aug 29°C / 84°F 24.9° / 34.6° 252.3
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 23.8° / 34.3° 248.3
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 19° / 32.2° 144.9
Nov 21.2°C / 70°F 14.2° / 28.2° 3.4
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 10° / 25.1° 1.3
Chāpar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 192 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 115.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days192 days/yr

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area109.5 sq mi (283.5 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates26.2727°N, 90.4456°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 115.5"
204% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 27.60"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

101 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 20, 2025.

Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 144 km
Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 36 km
Jul 8, 1998 21 km WNW of Mongar, Bhutan M5.2 131 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 148 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 135 km
Jun 28, 2015 18 km N of B?sugaon, India M5.1 41 km
Oct 29, 2009 15 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.1 146 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 147 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 35 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 132 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 58 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 41 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 29 km
Feb 2, 1991 3 km NE of Nongstoin, India M4.9 118 km
Oct 29, 2009 13 km NNE of Goshaingaon, India M4.8 52 km
Dec 4, 2013 12 km NNE of Al?pur Du?r, India M4.7 95 km
Jul 10, 2012 15 km S of Shemgang, Bhutan M4.7 92 km
Jan 3, 1996 30 km SE of Badarganj, Bangladesh M4.7 149 km
Jul 21, 2010 3 km NW of Mongar, Bhutan M4.5 138 km
Sep 6, 2012 8 km SW of Nongstoin, India M4.5 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 40 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
April 79°F (26°C) 6.3 in
May 81°F (27°C) 19.7 in
June 82°F (28°C) 27.6 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 23.3 in
August 83°F (28°C) 16.4 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 11.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Chāpar has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 65°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (27.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Chāpar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sowari Poitari Bazar

Clinics in Chāpar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Dispensary, Bahalpur

Train Stations in Chāpar

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bechimari
Chapar

Stadiums & Teams in Chāpar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chāpar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gelephu AirportGLUMedium Airport
Baljek Airport-Small Airport
Rupsi AirportRUPSmall 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 Chāpar

What is the population of Chāpar?

Chāpar has a population of 20,322 residents and is located in India. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 109.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chāpar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Chāpar?

Chāpar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.

How is the job market in Chāpar?

The unemployment rate in Chāpar is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 366 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chāpar?

The median home value in Chāpar is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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