Katihar, India
Bihar · India
Katihar is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 240,838. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 240,838 |
| Population Density | 838 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.5385°, 87.5704° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Bihar |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.1 inches (1,349 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Katihar
Katihar is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 240,838. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Katihar
Katihar has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32°C), the coldest is Jan (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1480 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above India avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 287.4 sq mi (744.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 838/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.5385°N, 87.5704°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 85°F (30°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 12.1 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Katihar has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 62°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.5") and December the driest (0.0").
Schools in Katihar
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adarsh Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| T. Raza Global School | - | - | - | - |
| Jai Mala Shiksha Niketan | - | - | - | - |
| Don Bosco School | - | - | - | - |
| Adarsh Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph's School | - | - | - | - |
| T. Raza Global School | - | - | - | - |
| Jai Mala Shiksha Niketan | - | - | - | - |
| Don Bosco School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Katihar
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Katihar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argara Chowk Market | |||||
| Argara Chowk Market | |||||
| K.P. Market Area | |||||
| Polytechnic chowk | |||||
| Polytechnic chowk |
Restaurants in Katihar
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Katihar
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Katihar
13 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Katihar
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Katihar
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Katihar
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Katihar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Katihar
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagalpur Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kishanganj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malda Airport | LDA | Small Airport |
| Purnea Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Katihar
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sub Post Office | |
| Sub Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Katihar
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Arif Clinic | ||
| Lodi Health Clinic | ||
| Minat Nursing Home | ||
| Satyabhama Netralaya | ||
| Sharan Clinic | ||
| Sheefa Health Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Katihar
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Durga Sthan | |
| Durgasthan | |
| Gurudwara | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Hanuman Mandir | |
| Jama-e-Masjid Katihar Medical College | |
| Kali Mandir | |
| Mahadev Mandir | |
| Panchdev Mandir | |
| Shani Mandir | |
| Shiv Mandir | |
| Shiv Parvati Mandir | |
| Yagyashala |
Quick Facts
Around Katihar
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Katihar?
Katihar has a population of 240,838 residents and is located in India. The population density is 838 people per square mile, spread across 287.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Katihar?
Katihar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches.
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