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Kānker, India
Chhattisgarh · India
Kānker is a mid-size city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 37,442. Elevation: 1,316 ft (401 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 37,442 |
| Population Density | 162 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Coordinates | 20.2719°, 81.4918° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Chhattisgarh |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.5 inches (1,333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,400 |
| Median Age | 24.5 years |
About Kānker
Kānker is a mid-size city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 37,442. The city sits at an elevation of 1,316 feet (401 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kānker vs India Average
Income: Kānker vs India
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $1,400 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $1,350 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $26 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.5% |
| 130% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 674 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $8,500 |
| 97% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $28 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 14,977 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kānker
Kānker has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (33.3°C), the coldest is Dec (17.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1574 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above India avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Area | 230.7 sq mi (597.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 162/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 20.2719°N, 81.4918°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 93°F (34°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 87°F (30°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
Kānker has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 67°F in December to 93°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.1") and December the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Kānker
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Govt. Gaind Singh | College | - | , |
Schools in Kānker
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| narhardev school govt. | - | - | - | - |
| govt. school bardebhata | - | - | - | - |
Restaurants in Kānker
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kānker
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kānker
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kānker
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kānker
What is the population of Kānker?
Kānker has a population of 37,442 residents and is located in India. The population density is 162 people per square mile, spread across 230.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kānker expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Kānker?
Kānker has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.
How is the job market in Kānker?
Kānker has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 674 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kānker?
The median home value in Kānker is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.