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Jāmtāra, India

Jharkhand · India

Jāmtāra is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 29,415. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
29,415 Population 42/sq mi density
653 ft Elevation 199 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population29,415
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density42/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units11,766
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Population29,415
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Coordinates23.9630°, 86.8029°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,225 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Jāmtāra

Jāmtāra is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 29,415. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jāmtāra has a population of 29,415 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 695.8 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

29,415
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
695.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jāmtāra vs India Average

The median household income in Jāmtāra is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 529 business establishments.

Income: Jāmtāra vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)529

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jāmtāra is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,766 total housing units in the city. 30.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,766

Property Tax

Climate in Jāmtāra

Jāmtāra has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1398 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16°C / 61°F 5.8° / 27.1° 9.3
Feb 19.8°C / 68°F 7.7° / 32.7° 19.1
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 13.6° / 38.4° 29.4
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 19.6° / 43.4° 34.6
May 31.7°C / 89°F 22.6° / 43.5° 150.0
Jun 31.6°C / 89°F 25° / 41.9° 189.8
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 24.8° / 35° 245.1
Aug 28.1°C / 83°F 24.4° / 33.5° 273.8
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.2° / 32.8° 289.4
Oct 25.3°C / 77°F 16.9° / 31.3° 139.1
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 11.8° / 28.6° 6.3
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 6.4° / 26.1° 12.7
Jāmtāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area695.8 sq mi (1,802.0 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates23.9630°N, 86.8029°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.40"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 84 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 98 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 81 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 67 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 224 km
2019 Fani Category 1 263 km
2009 Aila Category 1 299 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.8 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 7.2 in
July 83°F (28°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 83°F (28°C) 11.5 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Jāmtāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 65°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Jāmtāra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Amladahi Market
Bow Market
Neamatpur Vegetable Market
Neamatpur Vegetable Market

Clinics in Jāmtāra

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PHC, Bindapathar
Poddar Clinic

Dentists in Jāmtāra

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shivam Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Jāmtāra

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jamtara
Vidyasagar

Gas Stations in Jāmtāra

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #9284259354
IN #9284259359
IN #9383371661

Stadiums & Teams in Jāmtāra

TeamLeagueDivision
Prabhat Stadium

Airports Near Jāmtāra

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Kazi Nazrul Islam AirportRDPMedium Airport
Panagarh Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Bokaro Airport-Small Airport
Burnpur Airport-Small Airport
Deoghar AirportDGHSmall Airport
Durgapur Steel Plant Airport-Small Airport
Giridih Airport-Small Airport
Sido Kanhu Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Jāmtāra

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Agrawal Nursing Home
Col .(Dr.) Gupta Memorial Clinic and Nursing Home
Midway Nursing Home,Barakar
Popular Nursing Home, Dhanbad
Prasad Nursing Home, Dhanbad

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jāmtāra

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
durga mandir

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 Jāmtāra

What is the population of Jāmtāra?

Jāmtāra has a population of 29,415 residents and is located in India. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 695.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jāmtāra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Jāmtāra?

Jāmtāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.

How is the job market in Jāmtāra?

The unemployment rate in Jāmtāra is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 529 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jāmtāra?

The median home value in Jāmtāra is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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