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Farakka, India

West Bengal · India

Farakka is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 21,834. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
21,834 Population 276/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
51.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Farakka

Farakka Assembly constituency is an assembly constituency in Murshidabad district in the Indian state of West Bengal.

People

Population21,834
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density276/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

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Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units8,734
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population21,834
Population Density276 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates24.8167°, 87.9000°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,311 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Farakka

Farakka is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 21,834. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Farakka has a population of 21,834 with a density of 276 people per square mile, spread across 79.1 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

21,834
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
79.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Farakka vs India Average

The median household income in Farakka is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 393 business establishments.

Income: Farakka vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)393

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Farakka is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,734 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,734

Property Tax

Climate in Farakka

Farakka has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1513 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.5°C / 62°F 6.8° / 26.7° 9.5
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 8.2° / 32.7° 17.0
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 14.1° / 38.8° 28.6
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 20.1° / 43.1° 45.4
May 31.6°C / 89°F 23.4° / 42.4° 190.2
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 26° / 39.9° 224.6
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 25.6° / 35.2° 293.6
Aug 29°C / 84°F 25° / 34.6° 248.1
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 24.3° / 33.5° 309.4
Oct 26.1°C / 79°F 18.1° / 32.2° 139.4
Nov 21.3°C / 70°F 12.6° / 29° 1.5
Dec 17.1°C / 63°F 6.9° / 26.1° 5.6
Farakka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area79.1 sq mi (204.8 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates24.8167°N, 87.9000°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.6"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 12, 2023.

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 123 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 142 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 95 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 76 km
Feb 19, 2013 27 km N of Joypur H?t, Bangladesh M4.1 128 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 190 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 264 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 85°F (30°C) 1.0 in
May 87°F (30°C) 3.3 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 8.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.0 in
September 84°F (29°C) 9.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.0 in Driest

Farakka has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 64°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 51.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.2") and December the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Farakka

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SUN SHINE ACADEMY
Rameshwar Tola junior High School
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Museums in Farakka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Malda Museum

Libraries in Farakka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
District Library0.0

Clinics in Farakka

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaliachak Nursing Home

Train Stations in Farakka

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chamagram
Khaltipur
Tildanga

Stadiums & Teams in Farakka

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Farakka

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shah Makhdum AirportRJHMedium Airport
Malda AirportLDASmall Airport
Sido Kanhu AirportSmall Airport
Surichua Air BaseSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Farakka

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DURGA MANDIR
Rameshwar tola Kirtan field
SIV 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 Farakka

What is the population of Farakka?

Farakka has a population of 21,834 residents and is located in India. The population density is 276 people per square mile, spread across 79.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Farakka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 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 Farakka?

Farakka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches.

How is the job market in Farakka?

The unemployment rate in Farakka is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 393 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Farakka?

The median home value in Farakka is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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