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Ghāghrā, India

Jharkhand · India

Ghāghrā is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 8,580. Elevation: 2,116 ft (645 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,580 Population 28/sq mi density
2,116 ft Elevation 645 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
54.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population8,580
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density28/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units3,432
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation2,116 ft (645 m)
Population8,580
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation2,116 ft (645 m)
Coordinates23.2666°, 84.5530°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation54.4 inches (1,382 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Ghāghrā

Ghāghrā is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 8,580. The city sits at an elevation of 2,116 feet (645 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ghāghrā has a population of 8,580 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,580
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
309.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ghāghrā vs India Average

The median household income in Ghāghrā is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 154 business establishments.

Income: Ghāghrā vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)154

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ghāghrā is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,432 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,432

Property Tax

Ghāghrā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,116 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.3°F
39% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,116 ft (645 m)
Area309.8 sq mi (802.3 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates23.2666°N, 84.5530°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.4"
43% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.33"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Unnamed (1999).

Year Name Category Closest
1999 Unnamed Category 1 276 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 1.0 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
May 88°F (31°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 8.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 14.3 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 14.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.7 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Ghāghrā has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 62°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Gas Stations in Ghāghrā

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #9278567767
IN #9278926076

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 Ghāghrā

What is the population of Ghāghrā?

Ghāghrā has a population of 8,580 residents and is located in India. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 309.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ghāghrā expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ghāghrā?

Ghāghrā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.

How is the job market in Ghāghrā?

The unemployment rate in Ghāghrā is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 154 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ghāghrā?

The median home value in Ghāghrā is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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