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Durena, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Durena is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 5,892. Elevation: 915 ft (279 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,892 Population 30/sq mi density
915 ft Elevation 279 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
56.2 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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People

Population5,892
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density30/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units2,357
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Population5,892
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Coordinates22.3817°, 82.5863°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Durena

Durena is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 5,892. The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet (279 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Durena has a population of 5,892 with a density of 30 people per square mile, spread across 195.5 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,892
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
195.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Durena vs India Average

The median household income in Durena 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 106 business establishments.

Income: Durena 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)106

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Durena 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 2,357 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 Units2,357

Property Tax

Durena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 915 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area195.5 sq mi (506.4 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates22.3817°N, 82.5863°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.2"
48% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 18.11"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 28, 2022.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 141 km
Jul 28, 2022 14 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.7 112 km
Jul 11, 2022 15 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.6 112 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 79 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Phailin (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Phailin Category 2 296 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.5 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 7.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 16.7 in
August 82°F (28°C) 18.1 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.7 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest

Durena has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 67°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.1") and November the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Durena

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
sarakari school - - - -
DAV Public School, Gevra - - - -
Saraswati Shishu Mandir School - - - -
ST. THomas Public school - - - -
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Radio Stations near Durena

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
All India Radio AIR Bilaspur - AAC 95 kbps

Farmers Markets in Durena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Budhwari bazar
Somvari Bazaar, Dipka

Restaurants in Durena

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A Square restaurant
Madhuban Sweets
New Madhuban restaurant
Sonu restaurant
Spicey restraunt and cafe

Gas Stations in Durena

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP
IN #12895124347
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Durena

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
State Bank of India
UCO ATM
UCO Bank

Golf Courses in Durena

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SECL Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Durena

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Durena

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilaspur AirportPABMedium Airport
Maa Mahamaya AirportAHAMedium Airport
Korba Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Durena

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHURCH
GURUDWARA
KALI MANDIR
Maa Samlai Mandir,Dipka
RADHA KRISHNA MANDIR
SAHU SAMAJ MANDIR
Sai MANDIR
Shiv mandir
Shiva Temple
Shree Hanuman mandir
VAISHNAV MANDIR

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 Durena

What is the population of Durena?

Durena has a population of 5,892 residents and is located in India. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 195.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Durena 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 Durena?

Durena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches.

How is the job market in Durena?

Durena 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 106 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Durena?

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

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