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Kharagpur, India

Bihar · India

Kharagpur is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 31,385. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

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C Fair
31,385 Population 154/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population31,385
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density154/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units12,554
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population31,385
Population Density154 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates25.1245°, 86.5558°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation41.3 inches (1,050 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Kharagpur

Kharagpur is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 31,385. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kharagpur has a population of 31,385 with a density of 154 people per square mile, spread across 203.6 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,385
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
203.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kharagpur vs India Average

The median household income in Kharagpur is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 565 business establishments.

Income: Kharagpur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)565

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kharagpur is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,554 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,554

Property Tax

Climate in Kharagpur

Kharagpur has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.1°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1181 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5.4° / 27.6° 4.3
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 7.1° / 32.8° 19.7
Mar 25.7°C / 78°F 13.1° / 38.9° 20.6
Apr 31.6°C / 89°F 19.6° / 43.5° 17.7
May 32.9°C / 91°F 23° / 44.4° 92.6
Jun 33.1°C / 92°F 25.8° / 43.4° 178.4
Jul 29.8°C / 86°F 25.5° / 36.3° 241.1
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 24.8° / 34.2° 231.6
Sep 27.9°C / 82°F 23.4° / 33.3° 269.5
Oct 25.3°C / 78°F 16.7° / 31.8° 98.8
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 11.4° / 28.9° 1.1
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 5.6° / 26.3° 5.9
Kharagpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.6°F
46% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area203.6 sq mi (527.3 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates25.1245°N, 86.5558°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.3"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.31"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 12, 2023.

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 122 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 128 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 78°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.5 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.0 in
July 85°F (29°C) 10.3 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 9.6 in
September 84°F (29°C) 8.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Kharagpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 63°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.3") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Kharagpur

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Jagriti 90.4 FM MP3

Libraries in Kharagpur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
East Central Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Kharagpur

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kharagpur

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bhagalpur AirportSmall Airport
Deoghar AirportDGHSmall Airport
Ulao AerodromeSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kharagpur

What is the population of Kharagpur?

Kharagpur has a population of 31,385 residents and is located in India. The population density is 154 people per square mile, spread across 203.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kharagpur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kharagpur?

Kharagpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.

How is the job market in Kharagpur?

The unemployment rate in Kharagpur is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 565 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kharagpur?

The median home value in Kharagpur is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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