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Gaur, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Gaur is a small city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 27,325. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
27,325 Population 2,218/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
54.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population27,325
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density2,218/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population27,325
Population Density2,218 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates26.7637°, 85.2766°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation54.0 inches (1,372 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Gaur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gaur receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Gaur has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gaur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Gaur has a population of 27,325 with a density of 2,218 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,325
Total Population
2,218
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Gaur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gaur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gaur is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gaur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gaur, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gaur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Gaur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.0 inches
42% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²)
Population Density2,218/sq mi
Coordinates26.7637°N, 85.2766°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 9.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 16.3 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Gaur has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 60°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.3") and December the driest (0.1").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,218/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gaur

What is the population of Gaur?

Gaur has a population of 27,325 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 2,218 people per square mile, spread across 12.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Gaur expensive to live in?

Gaur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gaur?

Gaur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Gaur?

The job market in Gaur faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gaur?

21.3% of adults in Gaur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gaur?

The obesity rate in Gaur is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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