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).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
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) |
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.
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) |
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°E |
| 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 (OpenStreetMap 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.
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. Annual rainfall totals 39.6 inches.
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