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Dantewāra, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Dantewāra is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 13,633. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,633 Population 35/sq mi density
1,194 ft Elevation 364 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
54.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,633
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density35/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units5,453
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Population13,633
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Coordinates18.8888°, 81.3507°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation54.5 inches (1,384 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Dantewāra

Dantewāra is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 13,633. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dantewāra has a population of 13,633 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 389.8 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,633
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
389.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dantewāra vs India Average

The median household income in Dantewāra is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 245 business establishments.

Income: Dantewāra vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)245

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dantewāra is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,453 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,453

Property Tax

Climate in Dantewāra

Dantewāra has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.3°C), the coldest is Dec (19.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1602 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.9°C / 68°F 9° / 30.9° 12.2
Feb 23°C / 73°F 11.5° / 35.5° 5.1
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 16.5° / 39.5° 24.1
Apr 31°C / 88°F 21.5° / 41.6° 54.5
May 31.3°C / 88°F 22.7° / 42° 85.8
Jun 28.6°C / 83°F 22.1° / 39.6° 174.9
Jul 25.6°C / 78°F 21.6° / 31.7° 449.5
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 21.3° / 30.5° 403.9
Sep 25.2°C / 77°F 21.1° / 31° 281.6
Oct 24°C / 75°F 15.9° / 30.7° 77.2
Nov 21.1°C / 70°F 12.7° / 29.4° 15.0
Dec 19.4°C / 67°F 8.3° / 28.4° 18.7
Dantewāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,194 ft (364 m)
Area389.8 sq mi (1,009.6 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates18.8888°N, 81.3507°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.5"
43% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.71"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 2 264 km
2014 Hudhud Category 4 80 km
1998 Unnamed Category 2 112 km
1996 Unnamed Category 4 205 km
1990 Unnamed Category 1 282 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 6.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 15.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 15.7 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Dantewāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 68°F in December to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.7") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Dantewāra

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Arunoday Public School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Dantewāra

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Dantewāra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
New Tribal Market Dantewara

Hotels in Dantewāra

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Madhuban Lodge

Train Stations in Dantewāra

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dantewara
Kamalur

Bus Stations in Dantewāra

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1083928531

Gas Stations in Dantewāra

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #8983749055

Banks in Dantewāra

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CGRGB Bank
ICICI Bank

Airports Near Dantewāra

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jagdalpur AirportJGBSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dantewāra

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dantewada Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dantewāra

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Danteshwari Temple
ज़ामा मस्जिद

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 Dantewāra

What is the population of Dantewāra?

Dantewāra has a population of 13,633 residents and is located in India. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 389.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dantewāra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dantewāra?

Dantewāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches.

How is the job market in Dantewāra?

Dantewāra has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 245 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dantewāra?

The median home value in Dantewāra is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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