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Gharghoda, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Gharghoda is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 9,455. Elevation: 965 ft (294 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,455 Population 32/sq mi density
965 ft Elevation 294 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
55.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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About Gharghoda

Gharghoda is a town and a nagar panchayat in Raigarh district in the state of Chhattisgarh, India. Here you can explore various tourist places in Gharghoda.

People

Population9,455
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density32/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units3,782
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Population9,455
Population Density32 / sq mi
Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Coordinates22.1743°, 83.3517°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation55.0 inches (1,396 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Gharghoda

Gharghoda is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 9,455. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet (294 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gharghoda has a population of 9,455 with a density of 32 people per square mile, spread across 299.8 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,455
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
299.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gharghoda vs India Average

The median household income in Gharghoda is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 170 business establishments.

Income: Gharghoda vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gharghoda is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,782 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,782

Property Tax

Gharghoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above India avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation965 ft (294 m)
Area299.8 sq mi (776.4 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates22.1743°N, 83.3517°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.0"
45% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.30"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (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 62 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 137 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 119 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 279 km
2013 Phailin Category 3 230 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 214 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.5 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.7 in
April 89°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.7 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 7.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 16.3 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 15.4 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Gharghoda has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 67°F in December to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.3") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Gharghoda

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Badal MP3
Radio Dhoom (US) music AAC+ 128 kbps

Airports Near Gharghoda

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hirakud AirportSmall Airport
Jharsuguda AirportJRGSmall Airport
Korba AirportSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)Small Airport

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 Gharghoda

What is the population of Gharghoda?

Gharghoda has a population of 9,455 residents and is located in India. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 299.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gharghoda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gharghoda?

Gharghoda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.0 inches.

How is the job market in Gharghoda?

Gharghoda has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 170 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gharghoda?

The median home value in Gharghoda is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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