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Dergaon, India

Assam · India

Dergaon is a small city in Assam, India with a population of 20,059. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
20,059 Population 120/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
90.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population20,059
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density120/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units8,024
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain90.5 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Population20,059
Population Density120 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates26.7000°, 93.9667°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation90.5 inches (2,299 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Dergaon

Dergaon is a small city in India (Assam) with a population of 20,059. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dergaon has a population of 20,059 with a density of 120 people per square mile, spread across 167.4 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,059
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
167.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dergaon vs India Average

The median household income in Dergaon is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 361 business establishments.

Income: Dergaon vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)361

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dergaon is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,024 total housing units in the city. 30.6% 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$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,024

Property Tax

Climate in Dergaon

Dergaon has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1766 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.1°C / 61°F 8.8° / 25.6° 12.3
Feb 18.1°C / 65°F 9.7° / 28° 30.7
Mar 22.8°C / 73°F 13.3° / 33.6° 49.4
Apr 26.1°C / 79°F 17.4° / 36.4° 134.4
May 27.5°C / 82°F 20.1° / 37° 234.8
Jun 28.3°C / 83°F 22.6° / 35.7° 336.7
Jul 28.5°C / 83°F 23.6° / 36.4° 331.9
Aug 28.6°C / 83°F 23.4° / 36.5° 252.1
Sep 28°C / 82°F 22.9° / 36.8° 207.5
Oct 25.3°C / 77°F 18.5° / 33.4° 157.4
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 14.2° / 28.6° 11.0
Dec 17.3°C / 63°F 10.8° / 25.9° 7.9
Dergaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 90.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area167.4 sq mi (433.6 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates26.7000°N, 93.9667°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 90.5"
138% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.42"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

120 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 143 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 122 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 45 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 71 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 78 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 129 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 116 km
Apr 4, 2019 25 km SSW of Phek, India M5.1 147 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 150 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 138 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 144 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 61 km
Jun 11, 2018 18 km NE of Rah?, India M4.9 136 km
Mar 23, 2005 50 km ESE of Tuensang, India M4.9 148 km
Aug 5, 1994 7 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M4.8 144 km
Apr 16, 2015 11 km ESE of Rang?p?ra, India M4.8 119 km
Nov 6, 2013 30 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M4.8 57 km
Apr 28, 2021 4 km N of Dhekiajuli, India M4.8 147 km
Jun 25, 2007 16 km S of Wokha, India M4.8 88 km
Aug 19, 2023 31 km S of Tezpur, India M4.8 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 152 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
March 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
April 76°F (25°C) 7.7 in
May 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in
June 83°F (28°C) 13.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 16.4 in Wettest
August 83°F (29°C) 15.0 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 10.6 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in Driest

Dergaon has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 62°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 90.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and December the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Dergaon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auniati Satra Museum
Jorhat Museum
Jorhat Science Centre and Planetarium
Natural History Museum (Robin's Museum)

Libraries in Dergaon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Library0.0
Jorhat District Library0.0
KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUI CENTRAL LIBRARY0.0
Rev. B M Pugh Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dergaon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhutia Market
Biponi Market
Chowk Bazaar
Chowk Bazar
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Gar-ali
Kanaighat Market
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Mitha Pukhuri/ Thana road area/Babupatty
Municipal Market Complex # 1
Municipal Market Complex #2 Area
Municipal Market Complex #3
Telgaram Market

Clinics in Dergaon

9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Badulipara MPHC
Bholaguri MPHC
Charingia BPHC
Dergaon SHC
Khatgaon MPHC
Kuralguri Mini P.H.C.
Kuralguri MPHC
Mazikuchi MPHC
Missamora BPHC

Train Stations in Dergaon

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Badulipar
Barua Bamungaon
Rangaliting

Gas Stations in Dergaon

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #12090192238
IN #12090192258
IN #12135461657
IN #12135461663

Stadiums & Teams in Dergaon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Dergaon

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Itanagar Donyi Polo Hollongi AirportHGIMedium Airport
Jorhat AirportJRHMedium Airport
Lilabari North Lakhimpur AirportIXIMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dergaon

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Negheriting Shiva Doul

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Dergaon

What is the population of Dergaon?

Dergaon has a population of 20,059 residents and is located in India. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 167.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dergaon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Dergaon?

Dergaon has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 90.5 inches.

How is the job market in Dergaon?

The unemployment rate in Dergaon is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 361 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dergaon?

The median home value in Dergaon is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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