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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).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
15,285 Population
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
69.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population15,285
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain69.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population15,285
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 Age28.7 years

Is Dalkola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalkola receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Dalkola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dalkola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.0 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Dalkola has a population of 15,285. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,285
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalkola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dalkola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalkola is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Dalkola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Dalkola, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dalkola vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

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). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. 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 US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.0 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates25.8758°N, 87.8401°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

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").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Dalkola expensive to live in?

Dalkola is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

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. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Dalkola?

Dalkola has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Dalkola?

34.4% of adults in Dalkola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Dalkola?

The obesity rate in Dalkola is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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