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Kargal, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Kargal is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 10,847. Elevation: 1,821 ft (555 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,847 Population
1,821 ft Elevation 555 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
179.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population10,847
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain179.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population10,847
Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates14.1883°, 74.8127°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation179.1 inches (4,549 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Kargal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kargal receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Kargal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kargal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 179.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Kargal has a population of 10,847. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,847
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kargal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kargal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kargal is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kargal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kargal, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Kargal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 179.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,821 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall179.1 inches
371% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation1,821 ft (555 m)
Coordinates14.1883°N, 74.8127°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 73°F (23°C)
0.0"
Feb 75°F (24°C)
0.0"
Mar 78°F (26°C)
0.2"
Apr 81°F (27°C)
0.9"
May 80°F (27°C)
4.9"
Jun 76°F (24°C)
35.8"
Jul 74°F (23°C)
71.9"
Aug 74°F (23°C)
42.6"
Sep 75°F (24°C)
13.7"
Oct 76°F (25°C)
7.0"
Nov 75°F (24°C)
2.0"
Dec 74°F (23°C)
0.4"

The warmest month is April at 81°F, while the coldest is January at 73°F — a seasonal swing of 7°F. July sees the most rain (71.9"), while January is the driest (0.0").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kargal

What is the population of Kargal?

Kargal has a population of 10,847 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Kargal expensive to live in?

Kargal is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kargal?

Kargal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 179.1 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Kargal?

Kargal has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kargal?

34.4% of adults in Kargal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kargal?

The obesity rate in Kargal is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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