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Kakching, India

Manipur · India

Kakching is a mid-size city in Manipur, India with a population of 32,138. Elevation: 2,582 ft (787 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
32,138 Population 161/sq mi density
2,582 ft Elevation 787 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
93.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 8.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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People

Population32,138
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density161/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty17.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units12,855
Rent Burden28.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain93.2 in/yr
Sunny Days199/yr
Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Population32,138
Population Density161 / sq mi
Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Coordinates24.4982°, 93.9813°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceManipur
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation93.2 inches (2,367 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.5 years

About Kakching

Kakching is a mid-size city in India (Manipur) with a population of 32,138. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet (787 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kakching has a population of 32,138 with a density of 161 people per square mile, spread across 199.5 square miles. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

32,138
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below India avg
199.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kakching vs India Average

The median household income in Kakching is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 578 business establishments.

Income: Kakching vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above India avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above India avg
Establishments (County)578

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kakching is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,855 total housing units in the city. 28.5% 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$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,855

Property Tax

Climate in Kakching

Kakching has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.9°C), the coldest is Jan (14.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1306 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.6°C / 58°F 5.3° / 26.2° 11.7
Feb 16.3°C / 61°F 6.6° / 28.3° 22.4
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 10.1° / 32.4° 44.7
Apr 23.6°C / 74°F 15.3° / 34° 93.0
May 24.4°C / 76°F 17.3° / 34.2° 193.5
Jun 24.7°C / 76°F 19.4° / 32.4° 221.2
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 20.1° / 32.2° 213.6
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 19.8° / 31.3° 185.6
Sep 24.3°C / 76°F 19.3° / 31.7° 145.1
Oct 22.5°C / 73°F 16.4° / 30.2° 124.7
Nov 19.1°C / 66°F 11° / 27.8° 33.6
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 7° / 26.2° 17.1
Kakching enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 199 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 93.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average69.0°F
28% above India avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days199 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,582 ft (787 m)
Area199.5 sq mi (516.7 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates24.4982°N, 93.9813°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 93.2"
145% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 20.94"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

551 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 48 km
May 6, 1995 109 km SE of Phek, India M6.4 143 km
Jan 9, 1990 120 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.3 131 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 72 km
Aug 8, 1994 115 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.1 126 km
Sep 3, 2009 67 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.9 72 km
Jan 9, 2013 66 km SE of Phek, India M5.8 142 km
Apr 15, 1992 89 km NE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.7 95 km
Dec 29, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.6 85 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 55 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 141 km
May 11, 2006 38 km SSW of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 136 km
Oct 11, 2000 52 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.6 114 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 97 km
Aug 11, 2009 79 km ESE of W?ngjing, India M5.5 85 km
May 2, 1998 115 km SE of Phek, India M5.5 143 km
Dec 4, 1991 47 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.5 54 km
Mar 5, 2025 64 km E of Wāngjing, India M5.4 73 km
May 29, 2024 29 km ESE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 128 km
Oct 16, 1998 30 km ENE of Mawlaik, Myanmar M5.4 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Mocha (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Mocha Category 1 267 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 72 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 178 km
1994 Unnamed Category 1 285 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 62 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 2.7 in
April 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
May 75°F (24°C) 6.9 in
June 76°F (24°C) 20.9 in Warmest, Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 18.0 in
August 75°F (24°C) 16.7 in
September 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 8.7 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.3 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Kakching has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 57°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 93.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (20.9") and January the driest (0.6").

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Museums in Kakching

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
INA Museum

Cafes in Kakching

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JV Restro

Clinics in Kakching

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Memcha Clinic
Dr. Shilendra Eye Care
Raj Polyclinic

Airports Near Kakching

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bir Tikendrajit International AirportIMFLarge 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 Kakching

What is the population of Kakching?

Kakching has a population of 32,138 residents and is located in India. The population density is 161 people per square mile, spread across 199.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kakching expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Kakching?

Kakching enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 93.2 inches.

How is the job market in Kakching?

The job market in Kakching faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 578 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kakching?

The median home value in Kakching is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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