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Gokak Falls, India

Karnataka · India

Gokak Falls is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 8,080. Elevation: 2,080 ft (634 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
8,080 Population 14/sq mi density
2,080 ft Elevation 634 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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People

Population8,080
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density14/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units3,232
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Population8,080
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Coordinates16.1879°, 74.7776°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (933 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Gokak Falls

Gokak Falls is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 8,080. The city sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet (634 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gokak Falls has a population of 8,080 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 559.7 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,080
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
559.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gokak Falls vs India Average

The median household income in Gokak Falls is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 145 business establishments.

Income: Gokak Falls vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)145

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gokak Falls is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,232 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,232

Property Tax

Gokak Falls has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,080 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above India avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Area559.7 sq mi (1,449.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates16.1879°N, 74.7776°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
3% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.16"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 9, 2022.

Nov 14, 2009 21 km NNW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 142 km
Jul 9, 2022 Karnataka, India M4.5 130 km
Jun 7, 2005 26 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 145 km
Jun 3, 2017 6 km ENE of R?j?pur, India M4.3 139 km
Nov 14, 2009 25 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.3 146 km
Aug 19, 2017 34 km NNW of M?lvan, India M4.1 150 km
May 9, 2000 19 km S of P?tan, India M3.9 147 km
May 21, 2006 7 km NE of L?nja, India M3.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 216 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.1 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 82°F (28°C) 3.4 in
June 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.2 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 5.5 in
September 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
October 76°F (24°C) 5.0 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Gokak Falls has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 71°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Gokak Falls

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nammura Baanuli MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Gokak Falls

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chinchani

Airports Near Gokak Falls

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belagavi AirportIXGMedium Airport
Kolhapur AirportKLHMedium Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Gokak Falls

What is the population of Gokak Falls?

Gokak Falls has a population of 8,080 residents and is located in India. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 559.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gokak Falls expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gokak Falls?

Gokak Falls has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.

How is the job market in Gokak Falls?

Gokak Falls has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 145 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gokak Falls?

The median home value in Gokak Falls is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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