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Dongargarh, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Dongargarh is a mid-size city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 37,372. Elevation: 1,155 ft (352 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
37,372 Population 74/sq mi density
1,155 ft Elevation 352 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
55.2 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

Population37,372
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density74/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units14,949
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)
Population37,372
Population Density74 / sq mi
Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)
Coordinates21.1889°, 80.7546°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation55.2 inches (1,403 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Dongargarh

Dongargarh is a mid-size city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 37,372. The city sits at an elevation of 1,155 feet (352 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dongargarh has a population of 37,372 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 501.8 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

37,372
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
501.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dongargarh vs India Average

The median household income in Dongargarh 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 673 business establishments.

Income: Dongargarh 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)673

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dongargarh 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 14,949 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 Units14,949

Property Tax

Climate in Dongargarh

Dongargarh has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (34°C), the coldest is Dec (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1496 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.5°C / 65°F 6.4° / 29.8° 16.1
Feb 21.9°C / 71°F 8.7° / 34.9° 13.7
Mar 27.9°C / 82°F 15.4° / 40.4° 24.1
Apr 32.6°C / 91°F 21.1° / 43.5° 21.0
May 34°C / 93°F 23.2° / 44.5° 57.6
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 23.4° / 43.7° 188.2
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 23° / 33° 418.9
Aug 26.1°C / 79°F 22.3° / 31.4° 360.0
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 22° / 31.4° 321.2
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 15.1° / 30.6° 45.9
Nov 20.2°C / 68°F 11° / 28.9° 10.2
Dec 18.2°C / 65°F 7° / 28° 19.1
Dongargarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,155 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above India avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)
Area501.8 sq mi (1,299.7 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates21.1889°N, 80.7546°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.2"
45% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.65"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hudhud (2014).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Hudhud Category 1 281 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 241 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.5 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 16.7 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 16.2 in
September 79°F (26°C) 10.9 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.3 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Dongargarh has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 67°F in December to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.7") and November the driest (0.1").

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Train Stations in Dongargarh

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bortalao
Darekasa
Dongargarh
Jatkanhar
Paniajob

Gas Stations in Dongargarh

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #5576872052

Airports Near Dongargarh

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gondia AirportGDBMedium Airport
Bhilai AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dongargarh

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bamleshwari Temple
BUDDHA STATUE

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 Dongargarh

What is the population of Dongargarh?

Dongargarh has a population of 37,372 residents and is located in India. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 501.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dongargarh 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 Dongargarh?

Dongargarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches.

How is the job market in Dongargarh?

Dongargarh 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 673 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dongargarh?

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

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