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Hilsa, India

Bihar · India

Hilsa is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 51,052. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
51,052 Population 774/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
37.4 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

Population51,052
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density774/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units20,421
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population51,052
Population Density774 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates25.3164°, 85.2823°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation37.4 inches (949 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Hilsa

Hilsa is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 51,052. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Hilsa has a population of 51,052 with a density of 774 people per square mile, spread across 66.0 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

51,052
Total Population
774
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
66.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hilsa vs India Average

The median household income in Hilsa 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 919 business establishments.

Income: Hilsa 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)919

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hilsa 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 20,421 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 Units20,421

Property Tax

Climate in Hilsa

Hilsa has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.8°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 973 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5° / 28.2° 4.3
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 6.7° / 33.4° 15.2
Mar 26°C / 79°F 12.4° / 39.9° 14.8
Apr 32.3°C / 90°F 19.7° / 44.5° 11.0
May 34.1°C / 93°F 23.6° / 45.7° 70.0
Jun 34.8°C / 95°F 26.8° / 44.9° 156.1
Jul 30.7°C / 87°F 26.2° / 37.7° 234.1
Aug 29.5°C / 85°F 25.3° / 35.2° 210.5
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 23.5° / 34.6° 194.8
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 17° / 32.9° 54.0
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 11.3° / 30.5° 0.2
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 5.4° / 28° 7.8
Hilsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. 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 37.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.3°F
45% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area66.0 sq mi (170.9 km²)
Population Density774/sq mi
Coordinates25.3164°N, 85.2823°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.4"
2% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.96"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.2 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 5.1 in
July 85°F (29°C) 9.8 in
August 85°F (29°C) 10.0 in Wettest
September 83°F (29°C) 7.6 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.2 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Hilsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 61°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 37.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.0") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Hilsa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
vidya vihar - - - -
Shanti Niketan School - - - -
DAV Progressive School, hilsa - - - -
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Radio Stations near Hilsa

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hilsa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nalanda museum

Libraries in Hilsa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buddha Library0.0
budhha library0.0
Gyan Ganga Library0.0
Gyan Ganga Library0.0
Ignou study center0.0
Ignou study center0.0
Maa Sharde Library0.0
Maa Sharde Library0.0
Shiya Library0.0
Shiya Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Hilsa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
madhopur bazar

Restaurants in Hilsa

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Family Restaurant
Shagun Restaurant

Cafes in Hilsa

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chai Point

Clinics in Hilsa

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. kd verma

Train Stations in Hilsa

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Badhauna Halt
Chandi
Diyawan
Hilsa
Hilsa Station
Singriawan

Gas Stations in Hilsa

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP
HP petrol pump

Banks in Hilsa

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Allahabad Bank
Canara Bank
Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank
Punjab National Bank
utkarsh small finance bank

Airports Near Hilsa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gaya AirportGAYMedium Airport
Jay Prakash Narayan AirportPATMedium Airport
Bihta Air Force Station-Small Airport

Post Offices in Hilsa

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
indian post
post office chandi

Treatment Centers in Hilsa

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr. Arnish Homeopathic Clinic
Jaya Nursing Home, Nalanda
Satyam Nursing Home, Nalanda
Suhagi Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hilsa

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Devi Sthan
God Shiv's Mandir
Hanuman Temple
Hanuman's Bihari road Temple
Hilsa Chhath Talab
Kali sthan
Kali Sthan, hilsa
Mahadev Sthan
Mahadev Sthan
Shiv and parvati
Temple

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 Hilsa

What is the population of Hilsa?

Hilsa has a population of 51,052 residents and is located in India. The population density is 774 people per square mile, spread across 66.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hilsa 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 Hilsa?

Hilsa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.4 inches.

How is the job market in Hilsa?

The unemployment rate in Hilsa 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 919 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hilsa?

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

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