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Jhalidā, India

West Bengal · India

Jhalidā is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 18,057. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,057 Population 111/sq mi density
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population18,057
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density111/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units7,223
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Population18,057
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates23.3655°, 85.9764°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,283 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Jhalidā

Jhalidā is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 18,057. The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jhalidā has a population of 18,057 with a density of 111 people per square mile, spread across 163.4 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,057
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
163.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jhalidā vs India Average

The median household income in Jhalidā is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 325 business establishments.

Income: Jhalidā vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)325

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jhalidā is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,223 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,223

Property Tax

Climate in Jhalidā

Jhalidā has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1516 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.6°C / 60°F 5.1° / 26.4° 11.4
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 7° / 32.3° 19.1
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 13.2° / 38.2° 32.0
Apr 30.8°C / 87°F 19.1° / 43° 37.1
May 31.7°C / 89°F 22.1° / 43.8° 135.3
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 24.5° / 41.9° 184.3
Jul 28.6°C / 84°F 24.3° / 35° 262.7
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.7° / 32.9° 341.4
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 22.5° / 32.1° 325.8
Oct 24.8°C / 77°F 16.5° / 30.9° 139.6
Nov 20.1°C / 68°F 11.4° / 28.3° 9.2
Dec 16.4°C / 62°F 5.7° / 26° 18.3
Jhalidā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 978 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average77.8°F
44% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Area163.4 sq mi (423.2 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates23.3655°N, 85.9764°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.70"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 95 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 107 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 103 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 49 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 116 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 108 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 276 km
2019 Fani Category 2 218 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.5 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.2 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 6.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 13.7 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 11.5 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.1 in
October 78°F (26°C) 3.5 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Jhalidā has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 64°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.7") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Jhalidā

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Marlong Shcool (AMVPS) - - - -
Natunrola School (AMVPS) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Jhalidā

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Train Stations in Jhalidā

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barbenda
Garh Jaipur
Jhalda
Kotshila Junction

Stadiums & Teams in Jhalidā

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Airports Near Jhalidā

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Sonari AirportIXWMedium Airport
Bokaro Airport-Small Airport

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 Jhalidā

What is the population of Jhalidā?

Jhalidā has a population of 18,057 residents and is located in India. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 163.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jhalidā expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 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 Jhalidā?

Jhalidā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.

How is the job market in Jhalidā?

The unemployment rate in Jhalidā is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 325 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jhalidā?

The median home value in Jhalidā is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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