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Janakpur, Nepal

Madhesh · 🇳🇵 Nepal

Janakpur is a large city in Madhesh, Nepal with a population of 195,438. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
195,438 Population 5,051/sq mi density
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kathmandu Timezone
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.0%
78% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
191% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

People

Population195,438
Median Age25.3 yrs
Density5,051/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$1,382
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty2.4%

Health

Obesity7.0%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking13.7%
Depression15.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI52 (Moderate)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.8%
Population195,438
Population Density5,051 / sq mi
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates26.7288°, 85.9263°
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Country🇳🇵 Nepal
State / ProvinceMadhesh
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,352 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age25.3 years

Is Janakpur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Janakpur receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Janakpur has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Janakpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.

Janakpur has a population of 195,438 with a density of 5,051 people per square mile, spread across 38.7 square miles. The median age is 25.3 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 58.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

195,438
Total Population
5,051
People / sq mi
25.3yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
38.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Janakpur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Janakpur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Janakpur is N/A. Per capita income is $1,382 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 25.2, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Janakpur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$1,382

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
191% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living25.20 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Janakpur, 7.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. 36.1% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 3.7% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 15.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.0%
78% below US avg
Diabetes10.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking3.7%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.0%

Food & Exercise

Janakpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 272 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median52.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %84.0%

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area38.7 sq mi (100.2 km²)
Population Density5,051/sq mi
Coordinates26.7288°N, 85.9263°W
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.5 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 2.7 in
June 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 15.6 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 13.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.9 in
October 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest

Janakpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 60°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.6") and December the driest (0.0").

21.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+80.0%
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density5,051/sq mi
Total Area38.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Janakpur

What is the population of Janakpur?

Janakpur has a population of 195,438 residents and is located in Nepal. The population density is 5,051 people per square mile, spread across 38.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Janakpur expensive to live in?

Janakpur is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 25.2 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Janakpur?

Janakpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52.

How is the job market in Janakpur?

The job market in Janakpur faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Janakpur?

21.3% of adults in Janakpur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Janakpur?

The obesity rate in Janakpur is 7.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 15.8% of residents report depression.

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