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Diglipur, India

Andaman and Nicobar · India

Diglipur is a mid-size city in Andaman and Nicobar, India with a population of 42,877. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
42,877 Population 35/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
119.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,200 Median Income
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Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,200 median income, 8.0% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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About Diglipur

Diglipur is the largest town of North Andaman Island, in the Andaman Archipelago, India. It is located on the southern side of Aerial Bay, at 43 metres above sea level, 298 kilometres north of Port Blair. It is crossed by the Kalpong River, the only river of the Andaman islands. Saddle Peak, the highest point in the archipelago, lies about 10 km to the south. Diglipur is also a county (tehsil) of the North and Middle Andaman District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands union territory. Its area is 884 km2, and its population was 42,877 people as of 2001.

People

Population42,877
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density35/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,200
Per Capita$2,100
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty8.0%

Housing

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Home Value$18,000
Rent$40
Housing Units17,151
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain119.0 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population42,877
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates13.2667°, 93.0000°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAndaman and Nicobar
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation119.0 inches (3,022 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,200
Median Age28.5 years

About Diglipur

Diglipur is a mid-size city in India (Andaman and Nicobar) with a population of 42,877. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 119.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Diglipur has a population of 42,877 with a density of 35 people per square mile, spread across 1,233.9 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

42,877
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
1,233.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Diglipur vs India Average

The median household income in Diglipur is $2,200, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $40, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 772 business establishments.

Income: Diglipur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,200
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,100
Avg Weekly Wage$40

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above India avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below India avg
Establishments (County)772

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Diglipur is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 17,151 total housing units in the city. 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units17,151

Property Tax

Climate in Diglipur

Diglipur has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (29.7°C), the coldest is Feb (26.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2517 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 24.6° / 28.4° 28.5
Feb 26.6°C / 80°F 24.4° / 28.5° 18.3
Mar 27.5°C / 82°F 25.4° / 29.7° 16.1
Apr 29.1°C / 84°F 26.8° / 31.1° 28.9
May 29.7°C / 85°F 28.2° / 31.4° 249.0
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 27.6° / 30.2° 394.4
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 26.9° / 29.4° 422.1
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 27.1° / 29.4° 446.4
Sep 28°C / 82°F 26.7° / 29.1° 468.1
Oct 28.1°C / 83°F 26.8° / 29.3° 237.1
Nov 28.4°C / 83°F 27° / 29.5° 143.7
Dec 27.6°C / 82°F 25.8° / 29° 64.6
Diglipur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 119.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

78°F Jan (25°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.1°F
48% above India avg
January Average78°F (25°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1,233.9 sq mi (3,195.8 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates13.2667°N, 93.0000°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 119.0"
213% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 21.81"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

624 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 10, 2025.

Aug 10, 2009 266 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M7.5 93 km
Mar 30, 2010 217 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M6.6 48 km
Sep 13, 2002 152 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M6.5 27 km
Aug 11, 2003 99 km ENE of Port Blair, India M6.0 140 km
Aug 13, 2009 260 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.9 89 km
Jun 18, 2010 170 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.9 12 km
Aug 5, 2001 90 km NE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.9 122 km
Mar 26, 2003 92 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.9 96 km
Sep 14, 2002 157 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.8 29 km
Nov 2, 2002 111 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.8 65 km
Jan 21, 2006 155 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.6 40 km
May 22, 2019 244 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.6 70 km
Sep 18, 2002 163 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.5 25 km
Apr 10, 2007 144 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.5 60 km
Jan 22, 2005 Andaman Islands, India region M5.5 143 km
Mar 6, 2004 146 km NNE of Bamboo Flat, India M5.5 37 km
Jul 10, 1991 155 km NE of Port Blair, India M5.5 126 km
Oct 24, 2013 289 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.4 114 km
Nov 2, 2009 259 km N of Bamboo Flat, India M5.4 85 km
Nov 10, 1990 124 km ENE of Port Blair, India M5.4 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Phailin (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Phailin Category 3 221 km
2013 Lehar Category 1 185 km
2008 Nargis Category 4 293 km
2006 Mala Category 4 196 km
1999 Unnamed Category 1 284 km
1997 Unnamed Category 2 173 km
1997 Linda Category 1 217 km
1989 Gay Category 2 97 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2009 ANDAMAN ISLANDS Earthquake 0.0 m - 93 km
2002 ANDAMAN ISLANDS, INDIA Earthquake - 2 27 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (25°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
April 83°F (29°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 13.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 21.8 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 20.3 in
August 80°F (27°C) 18.7 in
September 80°F (26°C) 21.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in
November 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in
December 79°F (26°C) 3.2 in

Diglipur has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 78°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 119.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (21.8") and March the driest (0.1").

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Hotels in Diglipur

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hira Hotel
Maa Yashoda Lodge
Pristine Resort
Saddle Peak View Resort
Turtle Resort

Bus Stations in Diglipur

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diglipur bus stand

Banks in Diglipur

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Diglipur

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
INS Kohassa-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Diglipur

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Diglipur Church
Shri Ganesh temple

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 Diglipur

What is the population of Diglipur?

Diglipur has a population of 42,877 residents and is located in India. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 1,233.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Diglipur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,200, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Diglipur?

Diglipur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 119.0 inches.

How is the job market in Diglipur?

The job market in Diglipur faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $40. There are 772 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Diglipur?

The median home value in Diglipur is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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