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Diphu, India

Assam · India

Diphu is a mid-size city in Assam, India with a population of 61,797. Elevation: 656 ft (200 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
61,797 Population 48/sq mi density
656 ft Elevation 200 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
57.8 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

Population61,797
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density48/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units24,719
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Population61,797
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Coordinates25.8434°, 93.4312°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,467 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Diphu

Diphu is a mid-size city in India (Assam) with a population of 61,797. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet (200 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Diphu has a population of 61,797 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 1,276.6 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

61,797
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
1,276.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Diphu vs India Average

The median household income in Diphu 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 1,112 business establishments.

Income: Diphu vs India

Commute Mode

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)1,112

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Diphu 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 24,719 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 Units24,719

Property Tax

Climate in Diphu

Diphu has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1277 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.1°C / 63°F 8.6° / 27.7° 7.4
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 9.9° / 30.1° 22.4
Mar 24°C / 75°F 13.2° / 35.5° 39.1
Apr 27.1°C / 81°F 18.2° / 38.2° 97.8
May 28.2°C / 83°F 20.5° / 38.3° 199.5
Jun 28.5°C / 83°F 23.1° / 36° 242.6
Jul 28.8°C / 84°F 23.9° / 36.7° 205.0
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 36.2° 178.7
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 22.9° / 37° 139.1
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 18.8° / 34.2° 128.8
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 14° / 30.5° 10.3
Dec 18.3°C / 65°F 10.3° / 28.3° 6.7
Diphu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.5°F
38% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation656 ft (200 m)
Area1,276.6 sq mi (3,306.4 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates25.8434°N, 93.4312°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.76"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

170 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 118 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 143 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 107 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 130 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 129 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 66 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 67 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 67 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 120 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 92 km
Mar 25, 2005 40 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 147 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 130 km
Jul 14, 2012 26 km S of Phek, India M5.2 115 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 117 km
Mar 4, 2017 55 km SSE of Phek, India M5.1 144 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 105 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 112 km
Apr 4, 2019 25 km SSW of Phek, India M5.1 109 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 124 km
Dec 29, 1990 13 km SE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 2 133 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 250 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
March 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in
April 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
June 83°F (28°C) 8.8 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in
October 78°F (25°C) 5.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in

Diphu has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Diphu

Institution Type Founded Website
Diphu Government College College - ,
Singkiri College College - ,

Schools in Diphu

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
govt boys play ground - - - -
iti playground - - - -
sankardev school playground - - - -
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Radio Stations near Diphu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Diphu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Diphu Market

Hotels in Diphu

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Hambi
Hotel Hempi
Hotel Singhason Diphu

Restaurants in Diphu

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lazeez Restaurant
Little Dragon Restaurant
Meat & Eat
Momo Mafia
Pei Kitchen
Poor Man's Kitchen

Cafes in Diphu

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Plipli
Friends Cafe
Your Little Food Corner

Theatres in Diphu

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Joy Sing Doloi Auditorium Hall

Clinics in Diphu

7 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apollo Diagnostics PCC Centre
BPHC, Manja
Calvary Health Clinic
Diphu Diagnostic & Treatment Centre
Inghun Clinic
Rongkhelan Clinic
Rongnihang Clinic

Train Stations in Diphu

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daldali
Diphu
Nailalung railway station

Gas Stations in Diphu

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Assam Oil
Essar Petrol Station
Indian Oil

Banks in Diphu

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Assam Gramin Vikash Bank
Axis Bank
HDFC Bank
IDBI Bank
North East Small Finance Bank
State Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Diphu

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Reliance Trends

Airports Near Diphu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dimapur AirportDMUMedium Airport

Post Offices in Diphu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Diphu Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Diphu

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
diphu namghar

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 Diphu

What is the population of Diphu?

Diphu has a population of 61,797 residents and is located in India. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 1,276.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Diphu 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 Diphu?

Diphu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches.

How is the job market in Diphu?

The unemployment rate in Diphu 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 1,112 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Diphu?

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

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