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Chekonidhara, India

Assam · India

Chekonidhara is a small city in Assam, India with a population of 9,026. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
9,026 Population 43/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
91.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
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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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About Chekonidhara

Chekonidhara is a census town in Jorhat district in the state of Assam, India.

People

Population9,026
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density43/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units3,610
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain91.4 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Population9,026
Population Density43 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates26.7350°, 94.2113°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation91.4 inches (2,322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Chekonidhara

Chekonidhara is a small city in India (Assam) with a population of 9,026. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chekonidhara has a population of 9,026 with a density of 43 people per square mile, spread across 208.9 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,026
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
208.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chekonidhara vs India Average

The median household income in Chekonidhara 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 162 business establishments.

Income: Chekonidhara vs India

Commute Mode

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)162

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chekonidhara 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 3,610 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 Units3,610

Property Tax

Chekonidhara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 91.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area208.9 sq mi (541.0 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates26.7350°N, 94.2113°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 91.4"
141% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.38"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 136 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 67 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 146 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 102 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 95 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 139 km
Jul 14, 2012 26 km S of Phek, India M5.2 148 km
Apr 4, 2019 25 km SSW of Phek, India M5.1 145 km
Jan 28, 1991 53 km ESE of Tuensang, India M5.0 133 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 83 km
Mar 23, 2005 50 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 129 km
Jul 7, 2008 60 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 140 km
Aug 19, 2023 31 km S of Tezpur, India M4.8 143 km
Jul 17, 2005 32 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M4.8 89 km
Feb 24, 2009 21 km SE of Zunheboto, India M4.8 110 km
Feb 10, 2012 5 km N of Wokha, India M4.8 66 km
Nov 6, 2013 30 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M4.8 79 km
Jun 25, 2007 16 km S of Wokha, India M4.8 88 km
Apr 16, 2015 11 km ESE of Rang?p?ra, India M4.8 143 km
Apr 30, 2015 3 km SW of Tuensang, India M4.8 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 146 km
1991 Unnamed Category 2 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in
March 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
April 76°F (24°C) 8.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 13.5 in
June 83°F (28°C) 13.5 in
July 83°F (29°C) 16.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 83°F (29°C) 15.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest

Chekonidhara has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 91.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Chekonidhara

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Don Bosco Higher Secondary School — — — —
Carmel School — — — —
Spring Dale High School — — — —
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Museums in Chekonidhara

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auniati Satra Museum
Jorhat Museum
Jorhat Science Centre and Planetarium
Natural History Museum (Robin's Museum)

Libraries in Chekonidhara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Library0.0
JEC Library0.0
Jorhat District Library0.0
KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUI CENTRAL LIBRARY0.0
Rev. B M Pugh Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chekonidhara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
BAMBOO ENTERPRISE
Bhutia Market
Biponi Market
Chowk Bazaar
Chowk Bazar
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Municipal Market Complex # 1
Municipal Market Complex #2 Area
Municipal Market Complex #3
NAKACHARI DAILY MARKET

Hotels in Chekonidhara

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Annapurna Bhojnalaya

Restaurants in Chekonidhara

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baishali Restaurant
Zupuri Estd. 2015

Cafes in Chekonidhara

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karakchaa

Clinics in Chekonidhara

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arogya Clinic, Orthopaedic & Physiotherapy
Jorhat Christian Medical Centre
Pan Diagnostic Centre

Train Stations in Chekonidhara

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinnamara

Gas Stations in Chekonidhara

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #10285608830
IN #373898128

Banks in Chekonidhara

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank

Gyms in Chekonidhara

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Titan Gym

Golf Courses in Chekonidhara

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jorhat Gymkhana Club/ Polo Ground

Stadiums & Teams in Chekonidhara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chekonidhara

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Jorhat AirportJRHMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium 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 Chekonidhara

What is the population of Chekonidhara?

Chekonidhara has a population of 9,026 residents and is located in India. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 208.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chekonidhara 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 Chekonidhara?

Chekonidhara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 91.4 inches.

How is the job market in Chekonidhara?

The unemployment rate in Chekonidhara 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 162 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chekonidhara?

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

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