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Dalkola, India

West Bengal · India

Dalkola is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 15,285. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,285 Population 79/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
69.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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People

Population15,285
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density79/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units6,114
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population15,285
Population Density79 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates25.8758°, 87.8401°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation69.0 inches (1,753 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Dalkola

Dalkola is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 15,285. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dalkola has a population of 15,285 with a density of 79 people per square mile, spread across 193.0 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,285
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
193.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dalkola vs India Average

The median household income in Dalkola is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 275 business establishments.

Income: Dalkola vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)275

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dalkola is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,114 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,114

Property Tax

Climate in Dalkola

Dalkola has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (30.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2209 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.3°C / 61°F 7.4° / 26.3° 4.4
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 8° / 31.7° 16.5
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 13.2° / 37.4° 54.7
Apr 29.4°C / 85°F 18.7° / 41.5° 64.9
May 30.4°C / 87°F 22.1° / 40.8° 217.4
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 24.9° / 37.6° 409.4
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 25.6° / 34.1° 499.6
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 24.8° / 34.2° 388.6
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.6° / 33.4° 418.7
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.1° 130.4
Nov 21°C / 70°F 13° / 28.8° 1.0
Dec 16.9°C / 62°F 7.5° / 26.2° 3.2
Dalkola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area193.0 sq mi (499.8 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates25.8758°N, 87.8401°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.0"
82% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.89"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 9, 2024.

Dec 2, 2001 7 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M5.1 146 km
Apr 27, 2015 13 km ESE of Il?m, Nepal M5.1 112 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 129 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 37 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 24 km
Jan 3, 1996 30 km SE of Badarganj, Bangladesh M4.7 149 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 140 km
Jun 14, 2005 32 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M4.6 148 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 80 km
Aug 9, 2024 5 km NW of Naya Bāzār, India M4.5 147 km
Sep 13, 1996 3 km W of D?rjiling, India M4.5 135 km
Jun 20, 2002 8 km NNE of Saidpur, Bangladesh M4.5 109 km
Jun 20, 2018 29 km NNW of Il?m, Nepal M4.4 142 km
Feb 28, 1998 23 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 131 km
Jun 20, 2018 17 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 125 km
Sep 27, 2001 31 km E of Dhar?n, Nepal M4.3 108 km
Feb 19, 2013 27 km N of Joypur H?t, Bangladesh M4.1 133 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 48 km
Jul 8, 2003 22 km ESE of Dhankut?, Nepal M3.9 118 km
Apr 6, 2021 15 km E of Odl?b?ri, India M3.9 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake 10,600 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.4 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.0 in
June 85°F (29°C) 13.5 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 16.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 14.6 in
September 83°F (29°C) 11.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest

Dalkola has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.9") and December the driest (0.0").

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Train Stations in Dalkola

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalkhola
Kanki
Surja Kama
Telta

Gas Stations in Dalkola

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
IN #8848505235
Indian Oil

Airports Near Dalkola

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhadrapur AirportBDPSmall Airport
Kishanganj AirportSmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport
Thakurgaon AirportTKRSmall 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 Dalkola

What is the population of Dalkola?

Dalkola has a population of 15,285 residents and is located in India. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 193.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dalkola expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 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 Dalkola?

Dalkola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.

How is the job market in Dalkola?

The unemployment rate in Dalkola is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 275 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dalkola?

The median home value in Dalkola is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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