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Kālimpong, India
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Kālimpong is a mid-size city in West Bengal, India with a population of 43,000. Elevation: 3,743 ft (1,141 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
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People
Economy
CHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 43,000 |
| Population Density | 105 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,743 ft (1,141 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.0706°, 88.4753° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | West Bengal |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 134.5 inches (3,417 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,800 |
| Median Age | 28.5 years |
About Kālimpong
Kālimpong is a mid-size city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 43,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,743 feet (1,141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 134.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kālimpong vs India Average
Income: Kālimpong vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,800 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $1,600 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $31 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 774 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Burden | 28.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 17,200 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kālimpong
Kālimpong has an average annual temperature of 18.6°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jul (23.1°C), the coldest is Jan (11.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2805 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.6°F |
| 31% above India avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,743 ft (1,141 m) |
| Area | 407.9 sq mi (1,056.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.0706°N, 88.4753°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2023 | SOUTH LHONAK LAK, SIKKIM | Meteorological | 15.0 m | 55 | 99 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 24.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 34.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 28.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 20.0 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Kālimpong has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 58°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 134.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (34.2") and December the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kālimpong
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr grahams historical school | — | — | — | — |
| Karmapa Center of Education | — | — | — | — |
| HTNHA Art School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kālimpong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ava art gallery museum | ||||
| Black Cat Museum (Indian Army) | ||||
| Deshbandu Museum | ||||
| Druk museum | ||||
| Ghum railway museum | ||||
| Himalayan Mountaineering Institute | ||||
| Himalayan Tibet Museum | ||||
| Lepcha Museum | ||||
| Lepcha museum | ||||
| Museum on third floor | ||||
| Museum(Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary) | ||||
| Namgyal Institute of Tibetology | ||||
| Natural history museum | ||||
| Sculpture Shed |
Libraries in Kālimpong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buddha Pāda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Deshbandhu District Library Darjeeling | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kālimpong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dargon Market | |||||
| Jorethang Market | |||||
| Kisan Market | |||||
| Open Market | |||||
| Organic Vegetable market | |||||
| Parkyong new market |
Hotels in Kālimpong
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kālimpong
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kālimpong
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kālimpong
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kālimpong
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kālimpong
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kālimpong
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kālimpong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kālimpong
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdogra Airport | IXB | Large Airport |
| Bhadrapur Airport | BDP | Small Airport |
| Pakyong Airport | PYG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kālimpong
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 8 stupas | |
| Buddha Pāda Temple | |
| Buddhist temple | |
| Free church of India | |
| Gate of Sakya monastery | |
| Geden tharpa choling monastery | |
| Hanumanji Temple, Delo | |
| Katherine Graham Memorial Chapel | |
| Mangal Dham | |
| Manjushri Hall | |
| Sakya monastery | |
| St. Augustine Church | |
| Stupa |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kālimpong?
Kālimpong has a population of 43,000 residents and is located in India. The population density is 105 people per square mile, spread across 407.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kālimpong 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 Kālimpong?
Kālimpong has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 134.5 inches.
How is the job market in Kālimpong?
The unemployment rate in Kālimpong 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 774 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kālimpong?
The median home value in Kālimpong is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.