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Keonjhargarh, India

Odisha · India

Keonjhargarh is a mid-size city in Odisha, India with a population of 60,590. Elevation: 1,565 ft (477 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
60,590 Population 5,888/sq mi density
1,565 ft Elevation 477 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
60.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population60,590
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density5,888/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty24.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$28
Housing Units24,236
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain60.6 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Population60,590
Population Density5,888 / sq mi
Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Coordinates21.6318°, 85.5969°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceOdisha
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation60.6 inches (1,539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age27.0 years

About Keonjhargarh

Keonjhargarh is a mid-size city in India (Odisha) with a population of 60,590. The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet (477 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Keonjhargarh has a population of 60,590 with a density of 5,888 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

60,590
Total Population
5,888
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Keonjhargarh vs India Average

The median household income in Keonjhargarh is $1,400, 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 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,091 business establishments.

Income: Keonjhargarh vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above India avg
Establishments (County)1,091

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Keonjhargarh is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 24,236 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units24,236

Property Tax

Climate in Keonjhargarh

Keonjhargarh has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.9°C), the coldest is Jan (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1550 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.7°C / 64°F 6.5° / 28.2° 13.9
Feb 21.1°C / 70°F 8.4° / 33.8° 24.0
Mar 26.4°C / 80°F 15.2° / 39° 38.8
Apr 30.9°C / 88°F 19.8° / 42.7° 49.4
May 30.8°C / 87°F 22.1° / 41.8° 159.1
Jun 29.3°C / 85°F 23.5° / 39° 186.5
Jul 27.1°C / 81°F 23.3° / 32.3° 269.1
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 22.7° / 31.7° 353.3
Sep 26.1°C / 79°F 21.9° / 31° 276.6
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 16.5° / 30.3° 144.7
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 11.7° / 28.4° 12.9
Dec 18°C / 64°F 6.6° / 26.9° 22.0
Keonjhargarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,565 ft (477 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.7 km²)
Population Density5,888/sq mi
Coordinates21.6318°N, 85.5969°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.6"
59% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.59"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 12, 2021.

Jun 21, 1995 33 km S of Kiri Buru, India M4.7 32 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 107 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 134 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 91 km
Jun 12, 2021 17 km WNW of T?lcher, India M3.9 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Dana (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Dana Category 1 284 km
2021 Yaas Category 1 273 km
2020 Amphan Category 3 260 km
2019 Fani Category 4 105 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 249 km
2018 Titli Category 1 285 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 178 km
2009 Aila Category 1 269 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 122 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 124 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in
February 70°F (21°C) 1.3 in
March 78°F (25°C) 1.1 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.9 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.9 in
July 78°F (26°C) 15.6 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 14.8 in
September 78°F (26°C) 9.3 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Keonjhargarh has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 64°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.6") and December the driest (0.2").

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Castles in Keonjhargarh

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

King's Old Palace

Clinics in Keonjhargarh

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Devine Homeo Clinic
Dr. Chaudary Clinic
Keonjhar Nursing Home and Research Center
Pohi Nursing Home

Dentists in Keonjhargarh

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haripriya Dental Care
Sridhar Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Keonjhargarh

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Basantapur
Kendujhargarh
Naranpur
Sitabinji

Bus Stations in Keonjhargarh

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1166186906

Airports Near Keonjhargarh

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barbil Tonto AirstripSmall Airport
Birasal AirportSmall Airport
Kendujhar AirportSmall Airport
Noamundi AirportSmall Airport
Savitri Jindal AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Things to See Near Keonjhargarh

1 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • King's Old Palace

🇮🇳 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 Keonjhargarh

What is the population of Keonjhargarh?

Keonjhargarh has a population of 60,590 residents and is located in India. The population density is 5,888 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Keonjhargarh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,000 (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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Keonjhargarh?

Keonjhargarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.6 inches.

How is the job market in Keonjhargarh?

The unemployment rate in Keonjhargarh is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 1,091 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Keonjhargarh?

The median home value in Keonjhargarh is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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