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Chaurai, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Chaurai is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 12,956. Elevation: 2,129 ft (649 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,956 Population 57/sq mi density
2,129 ft Elevation 649 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
43.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,956
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density57/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units5,182
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,129 ft (649 m)
Population12,956
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation2,129 ft (649 m)
Coordinates22.0546°, 79.2520°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation43.1 inches (1,095 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Chaurai

Chaurai is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 12,956. The city sits at an elevation of 2,129 feet (649 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chaurai has a population of 12,956 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 227.9 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,956
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
227.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chaurai vs India Average

The median household income in Chaurai is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below 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 233 business establishments.

Income: Chaurai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)233

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chaurai is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,182 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 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,182

Property Tax

Climate in Chaurai

Chaurai has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (33.2°C), the coldest is Jan (17.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1468 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.3°C / 63°F 4.8° / 29.3° 19.3
Feb 20.9°C / 70°F 7.5° / 33.9° 10.4
Mar 26.3°C / 79°F 13.3° / 39.6° 22.1
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 19.6° / 42.4° 25.4
May 33.2°C / 92°F 22.3° / 44° 33.6
Jun 30.9°C / 88°F 22.4° / 42.5° 187.1
Jul 26.6°C / 80°F 22° / 33° 396.3
Aug 25.3°C / 77°F 21.1° / 31° 376.6
Sep 25.3°C / 77°F 20.8° / 30.5° 320.9
Oct 22.9°C / 73°F 14.5° / 29.8° 53.9
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 10° / 28.7° 9.8
Dec 17.5°C / 63°F 5.7° / 27.6° 12.5
Chaurai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,129 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (19°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average76.9°F
42% above India avg
January Average65°F (19°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,129 ft (649 m)
Area227.9 sq mi (590.2 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates22.0546°N, 79.2520°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.52"
Driest Month (May) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 9, 1998.

May 21, 1997 1 km SSW of Barela, India M5.8 140 km
Mar 9, 1998 25 km SSE of B?bai, India M4.3 136 km
Jun 4, 1997 3 km SE of Jabalpur, India M3.9 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
February 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.9 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.5 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.4 in Warmest, Driest
June 87°F (30°C) 6.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 12.5 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 11.4 in
September 78°F (25°C) 7.4 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.8 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest

Chaurai has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 65°F in December to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.5") and May the driest (0.4").

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Train Stations in Chaurai

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chourai Railway Station

Airports Near Chaurai

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CHINDWARA AIRFIELD-Small Airport
Thuniabhand Airport-Small 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 Chaurai

What is the population of Chaurai?

Chaurai has a population of 12,956 residents and is located in India. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 227.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chaurai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% 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 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chaurai?

Chaurai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.

How is the job market in Chaurai?

Chaurai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 233 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chaurai?

The median home value in Chaurai is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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