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Gaya, India
Bihar · India
Gaya is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 474,093. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
FHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 474,093 |
| Population Density | 13,619 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.7969°, 85.0039° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Bihar |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.6 inches (1,006 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,000 |
| Median Age | 20.5 years |
About Gaya
Gaya is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 474,093. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Gaya vs India Average
Income: Gaya vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,000 |
| 99% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $650 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $13 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.8% |
| 117% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 34.0% |
| 174% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 44 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $7,000 |
| 98% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $25 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 31.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 189,637 |
Property Tax
Climate in Gaya
Gaya has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.8°C), the coldest is Jan (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 985 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above India avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 384 ft (117 m) |
| Area | 34.8 sq mi (90.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 13,619/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.7969°N, 85.0039°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 92°F (34°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (29°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Gaya has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 62°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Gaya
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central University of South Bihar | University | - | , |
| Gaya College | College | - | , |
| Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodhgaya Main Gate | University | - | Visit → |
| Magadh University | University | - | , |
| Mahesh Singh Yadav College | College | - | , |
| Mirza Ghalib College | College | - | , |
| Nazerth Public School | College | - | , |
| Raja rock | College | - | , |
| S.N Sinha College Tekari | College | - | , |
| Sanghamitra Institute | College | - | , |
| Shiv Mandir Arjun nivah | University | - | , |
| Sri Mahant Shatanand Giri Harihar | College | - | , |
Schools in Gaya
43 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Vidya Niketan School Ganga Bigha | - | - | - | - |
| PanchayatBhaawan | - | - | - | - |
| +2 High School Bodhgaya, Gaya | - | - | - | - |
| Malone High School | - | - | - | - |
| Prathmik Vidyalaya Dahariya Bigha | - | - | - | - |
| Sainik academy | - | - | - | - |
| Gyan Bharti Residential complex | - | - | - | - |
| Little Champs | - | - | - | - |
| Unique English School(UES) | - | - | - | - |
| UES(closed) | - | - | - | - |
| Govt. Middle School, Ratibigha | - | - | - | - |
| Manpur Mallah Toli | - | - | - | - |
| D.A.V. Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Anugrah College | - | - | - | - |
| Zila School | - | - | - | - |
| Kendryia Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| Jagjivan College | - | - | - | - |
| ITI College | - | - | - | - |
| Param Gyan Niketan | - | - | - | - |
| play ground | - | - | - | - |
| Basketball Playground | - | - | - | - |
| Jagjivan College | - | - | - | - |
| Basketball Ground | - | - | - | - |
| Elegant Public school | - | - | - | - |
| Little Champs | - | - | - | - |
| Unique English School(UES) | - | - | - | - |
| UES(closed) | - | - | - | - |
| British Public School | - | - | - | - |
| Manpur Mallah Toli | - | - | - | - |
| Anugrah College | - | - | - | - |
| Zila School | - | - | - | - |
| Kendryia Vidyalaya | - | - | - | - |
| crane memorial school | - | - | - | - |
| ITI College | - | - | - | - |
| Param Gyan Niketan | - | - | - | - |
| play ground | - | - | - | - |
| Basketball Playground | - | - | - | - |
| Sujata Academy | - | - | - | - |
| crane memorial school | - | - | - | - |
| Basketball Ground | - | - | - | - |
| Elegant Public school | - | - | - | - |
| Royal Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gaya
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gaya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Prachin Bharat Multimedia Museum |
Libraries in Gaya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aadarsh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| bodhgaya library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bodhgaya Library (Apex academy) | 0.0 | |||||
| Maa Gayatri Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gaya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Araya complex | |||||
| Bodhgaya Main Market | |||||
| Mahabodhi Shopping Complex | |||||
| Manpur Bazaar | |||||
| Manpur Bazaar | |||||
| Manpur Bazar (sabzi mandi) | |||||
| Manpur Bazar (sabzi mandi) | |||||
| Tibetan Refuge Market | |||||
| Veg/Fruits market |
Hotels in Gaya
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gaya
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gaya
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Gaya
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Gaya
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gaya
21 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gaya
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gaya
8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gaya
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gaya
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gaya
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gaya
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gaya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gaya
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaya Airport | GAY | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Gaya
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| POST OFFICE MANPUR | |
| POST OFFICE MANPUR |
Treatment Centers in Gaya
19 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Al Shifa Clinic | ||
| Care & Cure Physiotherapy Clinic | ||
| Deva clinic | ||
| Doctor Sita Ram Babu Clinic | ||
| Dr. Atul Kumar MBBS MD | ||
| Dr. Nand Kishore | ||
| Dr. Pramod Kumar Residence Clinic | ||
| Dr.Z.H.Khan Clinic | ||
| Gautam Patho Lab | ||
| Jeevak Advance Children's Clinic | ||
| Jeevan Rekha Dia and Nursing Home | ||
| Life Line Poly Clinic | ||
| Mateshwari Nursing Home | ||
| Nav Jeewan Nursing Home | ||
| Sewa homeo hall | ||
| Shishu Care Clinic | ||
| Shyama Physiotherapy Centre | ||
| Uzma Clinic | ||
| Vivek Healthcare |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaya
45 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arya samaj mandir Gaya pandit ji | |
| Brahmsthan Manpur mallah toli | |
| budhwa Mahadev | |
| chotka mahadev mandir | |
| churail maa temple | |
| Church | |
| Church | |
| Church of North India | |
| Devi Sthan Janakpur | |
| Devi Asthan Park | |
| Devi Sthan Budhiya Mata Mandir | |
| Gauri Shankar | |
| Gaurishankar Temple | |
| Gaya Kali Bari | |
| Hanuman mandir | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Hussain Masjid | |
| Kali mandir | |
| Kamlesh Pandit House | |
| Maa Durgaa Mandir |
Quick Facts
Around Gaya
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Gaya
5 places within 15 km
- • Mahabodhi Mahavihara
- • Taridih Excavated Site
- • savitri palace
- • Mahakala cave
- • Jamune
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gaya
What is the population of Gaya?
Gaya has a population of 474,093 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13,619 people per square mile, spread across 34.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Gaya expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Gaya?
Gaya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.
How is the job market in Gaya?
The unemployment rate in Gaya is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 44 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Gaya?
The median home value in Gaya is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.