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Dārjiling, India
West Bengal · India
Dārjiling is a large city in West Bengal, India with a population of 123,797. Elevation: 6,978 ft (2,127 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
CHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 123,797 |
| Population Density | 30,342 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,978 ft (2,127 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.0333°, 88.2667° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | West Bengal |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 115.5 inches (2,934 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,800 |
| Median Age | 28.5 years |
About Dārjiling
Dārjiling is a large city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 123,797. The city sits at an elevation of 6,978 feet (2,127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 115.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Dārjiling vs India Average
Income: Dārjiling vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,800 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $1,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $31 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 2 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Burden | 28.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 49,519 |
Property Tax
Climate in Dārjiling
Dārjiling has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jun (22.7°C), the coldest is Jan (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2416 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.3°F |
| 26% above India avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,978 ft (2,127 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 30,342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.0333°N, 88.2667°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | SOUTH LHONAK LAK, SIKKIM | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 55 | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 21.5 in | Warmest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 29.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 24.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 17.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Dārjiling has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 56°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 115.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (29.7") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Dārjiling
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darjeeling Government College | University | - | , |
| Eliim University - Malabassey Campus | University | - | , |
| Himalayan Mountaineering Institute | College | - | , |
| Sikkim Government B.Ed. College | College | - | , |
| Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology | College | - | Visit → |
| Southfield College | University | - | , |
| St. Joseph College | College | - | , |
| St. Joseph's College (University Dept.) | University | - | Visit → |
| St. Joseph's College (University Dept.) | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Dārjiling
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hermon School | - | - | - | - |
| Municipal Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Municipal Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Pauls School | - | - | - | - |
| Maharani Girls' High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nepali Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Turnbull High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Teresa School | - | - | - | - |
| Government Boys High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nepali Girls High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bethany school | - | - | - | - |
| MH Buthurey Ground | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph's School (PD Field) | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph's College - LD Ground | - | - | - | - |
| St. Robert's School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Pauls School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Pauls School | - | - | - | - |
| Vidya Vikash Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Mahatma Gandhi High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dārjiling
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Dārjiling
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ava art gallery museum | ||||
| Deshbandu Museum | ||||
| Druk museum | ||||
| Ghum railway museum | ||||
| Himalayan Mountaineering Institute | ||||
| Himalayan Tibet Museum | ||||
| Lepcha Museum | ||||
| Lepcha museum | ||||
| Museum(Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary) | ||||
| Natural history museum | ||||
| Phago Niwas |
Libraries in Dārjiling
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buddha Pāda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deshbandhu District Library Darjeeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dārjiling
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dargon Market | |||||
| Jorethang Market | |||||
| Kisan Market | |||||
| Organic Vegetable market | |||||
| Soreng Bazar |
Hotels in Dārjiling
105 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dārjiling
46 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dārjiling
19 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Dārjiling
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dārjiling
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Dārjiling
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Dārjiling
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dārjiling
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dārjiling
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dārjiling
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dārjiling
13 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dārjiling
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dārjiling
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dārjiling
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdogra Airport | IXB | Large Airport |
| Taplejung Airport | TPJ | Medium Airport |
| Bhadrapur Airport | BDP | Small Airport |
| Pakyong Airport | PYG | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dārjiling
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 734104 North Point | |
| Bhanugram Post Office | |
| Head Post Office | |
| Post Office | |
| Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dārjiling
26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bhutia Busty monastery | |
| Buddhist monastery | |
| Dali Monastery | |
| Dhirdham Temple | |
| Diocesan Pastoral Center | |
| Dunggon Samten Choling monastery | |
| Entrance to Observatory Hill | |
| Ghoom Temple | |
| Hanuman Temple | |
| Hindu temple | |
| Japanese Temple | |
| Mahakal mandir | |
| Mak Dhog Monastery | |
| Observatory Hill | |
| Peace Pagoda | |
| Sakyacholing Gompa | |
| Samddup dargay choeling monastary | |
| Senchal Singh Devi Dham | |
| Sherpa Monastery | |
| St. Andrew's Church |
Quick Facts
Around Dārjiling
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Dārjiling?
Dārjiling has a population of 123,797 residents and is located in India. The population density is 30,342 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Dārjiling 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 Dārjiling?
Dārjiling enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 115.5 inches.
How is the job market in Dārjiling?
The unemployment rate in Dārjiling 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 186 business establishments in the area, including 47 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Dārjiling?
The median home value in Dārjiling is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.