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Gīdam, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Gīdam is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 7,440. Elevation: 1,299 ft (396 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,440 Population 15/sq mi density
1,299 ft Elevation 396 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
54.5 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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People

Population7,440
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units2,976
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Population7,440
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Coordinates18.9743°, 81.3989°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation54.5 inches (1,384 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Gīdam

Gīdam is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 7,440. The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet (396 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gīdam has a population of 7,440 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 494.6 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,440
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
494.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gīdam vs India Average

The median household income in Gīdam 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 134 business establishments.

Income: Gīdam 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)134

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gīdam 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 2,976 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 Units2,976

Property Tax

Gīdam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Area494.6 sq mi (1,280.9 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates18.9743°N, 81.3989°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.5"
43% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.71"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 2 257 km
2014 Hudhud Category 4 74 km
1998 Unnamed Category 2 102 km
1996 Unnamed Category 4 215 km
1990 Unnamed Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 6.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 15.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 15.7 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Gīdam has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 68°F in December to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.7") and December the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Gīdam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
New Tribal Market Dantewara

Train Stations in Gīdam

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dabpal
Gidam
Kaklur
Kawargaon
Silak Jhori

Airports Near Gīdam

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jagdalpur AirportJGBSmall 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 Gīdam

What is the population of Gīdam?

Gīdam has a population of 7,440 residents and is located in India. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 494.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gīdam 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 Gīdam?

Gīdam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.5 inches.

How is the job market in Gīdam?

Gīdam 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 134 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gīdam?

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

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