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Chintamani, India

Karnataka · India

Chintamani is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 76,068. Elevation: 2,920 ft (890 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
76,068 Population 12,959/sq mi density
2,920 ft Elevation 890 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
24.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population76,068
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density12,959/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units30,427
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation2,920 ft (890 m)
Population76,068
Population Density12,959 / sq mi
Elevation2,920 ft (890 m)
Coordinates13.4005°, 78.0517°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (625 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Chintamani

Chintamani is a mid-size city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 76,068. The city sits at an elevation of 2,920 feet (890 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chintamani has a population of 76,068 with a density of 12,959 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

76,068
Total Population
12,959
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chintamani vs India Average

The median household income in Chintamani is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5 business establishments.

Income: Chintamani vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)5

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare5
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chintamani is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 30,427 total housing units in the city. 27.7% 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$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units30,427

Property Tax

Climate in Chintamani

Chintamani has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.7°C), the coldest is Dec (20.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1049 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.9°C / 70°F 11.6° / 31.4° 7.3
Feb 23°C / 73°F 12.7° / 34.6° 6.5
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 14.8° / 38° 8.2
Apr 28.7°C / 84°F 18.8° / 39.1° 43.3
May 27.7°C / 82°F 20.3° / 38° 115.5
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 19.3° / 34.1° 124.0
Jul 24.2°C / 75°F 19.3° / 31.6° 112.7
Aug 24.2°C / 75°F 19° / 31.5° 181.3
Sep 23.5°C / 74°F 18.1° / 30.9° 147.8
Oct 22.9°C / 73°F 16.5° / 30° 179.5
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 14.7° / 28.4° 82.8
Dec 20.6°C / 69°F 12.6° / 28.7° 40.4
Chintamani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 291 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,920 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,920 ft (890 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density12,959/sq mi
Coordinates13.4005°N, 78.0517°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.79"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 267 km
2016 Vardah Category 1 203 km
2011 Thane Category 1 276 km
2000 Unnamed Category 1 283 km
1993 Unnamed Category 1 261 km
1989 Gay Category 5 206 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 228 km
1984 Unnamed Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.0 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 2.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
August 76°F (25°C) 2.8 in
September 76°F (25°C) 5.4 in
October 74°F (24°C) 5.8 in Wettest
November 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.7 in Coldest

Chintamani has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 69°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Chintamani

Institution Type Founded Website
Government First Grade College College
Government Junior College College
Government Polytechnic College College
Swamy Vivekananda PU College College

Schools in Chintamani

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Preethi Public School
Shilpa School
Kishora Vidya Bhavana
SFS High School
Vanamitra Green School
Government Boys High School
Ambedkar School
Government Higher Primary School
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Radio Stations near Chintamani

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Retro Bollywood MP3
AIR Raagam UNKNOWN
Shaiva Lahari devotional, hindu MP3 128 kbps
Sakkath Radio MP3

Farmers Markets in Chintamani

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chintamani Market
Silk Cocoon Market

Castles in Chintamani

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rehmangarh Fort

Clinics in Chintamani

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Primary Health Center
R S L Nursing Home
Rk Nursing Home

Train Stations in Chintamani

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chintamani

Bus Stations in Chintamani

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chintamani Busstand

Stadiums & Teams in Chintamani

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chintamani

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kempegowda International Airport BengaluruBLRLarge Airport
HAL AirportMedium Airport
Sri Sathya Sai AirportPUTMedium Airport
Hosur AirportSmall Airport
Jakkur AerodromeSmall Airport
Yelahanka Air Force StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chintamani

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amaranarayanaswamy Temple
Bheemalingeshwara Temple
Kailasagiri (Cave Temple)
Naganatheshwara Temple
Yoginarayana Mutt

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Chintamani

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 5
Parks 1
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Chintamani

7 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Rehmangarh Fort
⛰️ Peaks (4)
  • • Ambaji Durga
  • • Bhima Bakasura Betta
  • • Kaivara Betta
  • • Varadadri Betta
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Ambajidurga Fort
🌄 Viewpoints (1)
  • • Kaiwara Betta

🇮🇳 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 Chintamani

What is the population of Chintamani?

Chintamani has a population of 76,068 residents and is located in India. The population density is 12,959 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chintamani expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 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 Chintamani?

Chintamani has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches.

How is the job market in Chintamani?

Chintamani has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 5 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chintamani?

The median home value in Chintamani is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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