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Golkhera, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Golkhera is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 5,409. Elevation: 2,021 ft (616 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,409 Population 12/sq mi density
2,021 ft Elevation 616 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
37.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,409
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density12/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units2,164
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Population5,409
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Coordinates22.4382°, 75.6600°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation37.5 inches (953 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Golkhera

Golkhera is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 5,409. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet (616 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Golkhera has a population of 5,409 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 433.5 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,409
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
433.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Golkhera vs India Average

The median household income in Golkhera is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 97 business establishments.

Income: Golkhera vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)97

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Golkhera is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,164 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,164

Property Tax

Climate in Golkhera

Golkhera has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32.4°C), the coldest is Jan (18.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 976 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.2°C / 65°F 10.4° / 25.9° 5.2
Feb 21.1°C / 70°F 13° / 29.2° 4.5
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 17.1° / 34.5° 3.5
Apr 30.2°C / 86°F 21.6° / 38.9° 3.1
May 32.4°C / 90°F 24.6° / 40.2° 14.1
Jun 30.2°C / 86°F 24.4° / 36° 135.8
Jul 26.5°C / 80°F 22.8° / 30.2° 300.3
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 22.1° / 28.6° 279.3
Sep 26°C / 79°F 21.3° / 30.6° 178.3
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.6° 33.2
Nov 22.7°C / 73°F 15° / 30.4° 12.5
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 11.7° / 27.4° 6.1
Golkhera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 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 37.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,021 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above India avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,021 ft (616 m)
Area433.5 sq mi (1,122.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates22.4382°N, 75.6600°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"
1% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jan 4, 2009.

Jan 4, 2009 26 km ESE of Sendhwa, India M4.1 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.1 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 4.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 11.5 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 10.4 in
September 78°F (26°C) 8.3 in
October 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in

Golkhera has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 67°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.5") and February the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Golkhera

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Indore infotainment, music AAC+ 71 kbps

Libraries in Golkhera

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
IIM Indore Library0.0
Sankalp Library0.0
Sankalp Library0.0
Unique Library0.0
Unique Library0.0

Gas Stations in Golkhera

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump
Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Golkhera

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Golkhera

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International AirportIDRLarge Airport
Bentayan AirportSmall Airport
Khandwa AirportSmall Airport
Khargon Govt. AirstripSmall 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 Golkhera

What is the population of Golkhera?

Golkhera has a population of 5,409 residents and is located in India. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 433.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Golkhera expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Golkhera?

Golkhera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches.

How is the job market in Golkhera?

Golkhera has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 97 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Golkhera?

The median home value in Golkhera is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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