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Harihar, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Harihar is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 83,219. Elevation: 1,791 ft (546 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
83,219 Population 27,648/sq mi density
1,791 ft Elevation 546 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population83,219
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density27,648/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population83,219
Population Density27,648 / sq mi
Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Coordinates14.5129°, 75.8072°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Harihar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harihar receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Harihar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Harihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Harihar has a population of 83,219 with a density of 27,648 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

83,219
Total Population
27,648
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harihar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Harihar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harihar is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Harihar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Harihar, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Harihar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Harihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,791 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (24°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above US avg
January Average74°F (24°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density27,648/sq mi
Coordinates14.5129°N, 75.8072°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 78°F (26°C) 0.0 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 1.8 in Warmest
May 83°F (29°C) 3.5 in
June 78°F (26°C) 3.2 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in
August 76°F (24°C) 2.9 in
September 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 77°F (25°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Harihar has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F — from 73°F in December to 85°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.0").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density27,648/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Harihar

What is the population of Harihar?

Harihar has a population of 83,219 residents and is located in India. The population density is 27,648 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Harihar expensive to live in?

Harihar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Harihar?

Harihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Harihar?

Harihar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Harihar?

34.4% of adults in Harihar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Harihar?

The obesity rate in Harihar is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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