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Chikhaldara, India

Maharashtra · India

Chikhaldara is a small city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 5,158. Elevation: 3,665 ft (1,117 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
5,158 Population 4/sq mi density
3,665 ft Elevation 1,117 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
55.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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People

Population5,158
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units2,063
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)
Population5,158
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)
Coordinates21.4004°, 77.3187°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,413 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Chikhaldara

Chikhaldara is a small city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 5,158. The city sits at an elevation of 3,665 feet (1,117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chikhaldara has a population of 5,158 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,411.0 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,158
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
1,411.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chikhaldara vs India Average

The median household income in Chikhaldara is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 93 business establishments.

Income: Chikhaldara vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chikhaldara is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,063 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,063

Property Tax

Chikhaldara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,665 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above India avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,665 ft (1,117 m)
Area1,411.0 sq mi (3,654.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates21.4004°N, 77.3187°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"
46% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.73"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Sep 30, 2024.

Sep 30, 2024 22 km NNW of Anjangaon, India M4.4 14 km
Mar 9, 1998 25 km SSE of B?bai, India M4.3 141 km
Jan 10, 1996 24 km W of Sh?hpur, India M4.0 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest
March 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.3 in
May 90°F (32°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 84°F (29°C) 7.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 16.7 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 15.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 10.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 2.2 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Chikhaldara has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 66°F in December to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.7") and February the driest (0.3").

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Hotels in Chikhaldara

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harshwardhan Inn

Castles in Chikhaldara

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gawilghur

Airports Near Chikhaldara

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Akola AirportAKDMedium Airport
Amravati (Belora) AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chikhaldara

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Devi 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 Chikhaldara

What is the population of Chikhaldara?

Chikhaldara has a population of 5,158 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,411.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chikhaldara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chikhaldara?

Chikhaldara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.

How is the job market in Chikhaldara?

Chikhaldara has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 93 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chikhaldara?

The median home value in Chikhaldara is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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