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Gopālganj, India

Bihar · India

Gopālganj is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 67,339. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
67,339 Population 750/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population67,339
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density750/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units26,936
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Population67,339
Population Density750 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates26.4673°, 84.4404°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,071 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Gopālganj

Gopālganj is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 67,339. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gopālganj has a population of 67,339 with a density of 750 people per square mile, spread across 89.8 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

67,339
Total Population
750
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
89.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gopālganj vs India Average

The median household income in Gopālganj is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6 business establishments.

Income: Gopālganj vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)6

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare6
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gopālganj is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 26,936 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units26,936

Property Tax

Climate in Gopālganj

Gopālganj has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.1°C), the coldest is Jan (15.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1193 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.3°C / 60°F 5° / 27.2° 7.8
Feb 18.8°C / 66°F 6.8° / 32.3° 17.0
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 12° / 39.2° 17.1
Apr 31.5°C / 89°F 18.9° / 43.6° 18.5
May 33.1°C / 92°F 22.6° / 44.6° 87.5
Jun 34.1°C / 93°F 26.2° / 44.1° 170.3
Jul 30.4°C / 87°F 26° / 37.1° 334.9
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 24.8° / 34.8° 256.0
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 23° / 34° 211.3
Oct 25.3°C / 78°F 16.5° / 32.6° 63.6
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 11.2° / 30.2° 0.5
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 5.3° / 27.4° 8.9
Gopālganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area89.8 sq mi (232.6 km²)
Population Density750/sq mi
Coordinates26.4673°N, 84.4404°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.77"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 21, 2016.

May 12, 2015 23 km ENE of Bharatpur, Nepal M5.2 148 km
Apr 25, 2015 12 km WSW of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.9 149 km
May 20, 2015 11 km S of Hetauda, Nepal M4.6 113 km
Jul 3, 2015 34 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.5 147 km
Sep 22, 2015 21 km W of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.4 149 km
May 27, 2015 31 km W of Hetauda, Nepal M4.4 108 km
Apr 25, 2015 37 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.4 148 km
May 12, 2015 16 km SW of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.3 142 km
Apr 27, 2015 15 km W of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.3 150 km
May 3, 2015 31 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.3 146 km
Apr 25, 2015 28 km W of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.3 146 km
May 16, 2015 14 km ENE of Hetauda, Nepal M4.2 133 km
May 16, 1998 15 km SSW of Sagauli, India M4.2 30 km
Apr 29, 2015 14 km ENE of Bharatpur, Nepal M4.2 143 km
Apr 27, 2015 28 km NNW of Hetauda, Nepal M4.1 144 km
May 1, 2015 20 km ENE of Bharatpur, Nepal M4.1 141 km
May 2, 2015 15 km ESE of Hetauda, Nepal M4.0 125 km
May 27, 2015 38 km ENE of R?mnagar, India M4.0 98 km
May 3, 2015 19 km ENE of Bharatpur, Nepal M4.0 145 km
Jul 2, 2002 10 km N of Bettiah, India M3.9 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.6 in
August 84°F (29°C) 11.8 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (26°C) 2.4 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Gopālganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 60°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Gopālganj

Institution Type Founded Website
Prem Chandra Public School College - Visit →

Hotels in Gopālganj

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KAILASH

Clinics in Gopālganj

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jagdamba Nursing Home, Gopalganj

Train Stations in Gopālganj

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gopalganj
Jalalpur
Manjhagarh
Sasa Musa
Sipaya
Thawe Junction

Stadiums & Teams in Gopālganj

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gopālganj

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kushinagar International AirportKBKMedium Airport
Raxaul Airport-Small Airport
Simara AirportSIFSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gopālganj

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Thawe durga mata mandir

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Gopālganj

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 6

🇮🇳 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 Gopālganj

What is the population of Gopālganj?

Gopālganj has a population of 67,339 residents and is located in India. The population density is 750 people per square mile, spread across 89.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gopālganj expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gopālganj?

Gopālganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in Gopālganj?

The unemployment rate in Gopālganj is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 6 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gopālganj?

The median home value in Gopālganj is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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