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Kharar, India

West Bengal · India

Kharar is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 12,049. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,049 Population 96/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
48.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,049
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density96/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units4,820
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population12,049
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates22.7221°, 87.6782°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,236 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Kharar

Kharar is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 12,049. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kharar has a population of 12,049 with a density of 96 people per square mile, spread across 125.5 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,049
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
125.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kharar vs India Average

The median household income in Kharar is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 217 business establishments.

Income: Kharar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)217

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kharar is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,820 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,820

Property Tax

Climate in Kharar

Kharar has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1611 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.8°C / 62°F 6.5° / 27.1° 14.5
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 8° / 32.2° 27.5
Mar 26°C / 79°F 14.8° / 38° 38.0
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 20.4° / 43.3° 46.0
May 31.4°C / 89°F 24.1° / 42° 171.8
Jun 30.7°C / 87°F 25.8° / 40.2° 173.5
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 25.4° / 34.6° 267.3
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25.1° / 33.5° 344.0
Sep 27.9°C / 82°F 24° / 32.7° 328.2
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 18.3° / 32.2° 156.8
Nov 21.7°C / 71°F 12.7° / 29.5° 17.1
Dec 17.7°C / 64°F 7° / 26.9° 26.4
Kharar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area125.5 sq mi (325.1 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates22.7221°N, 87.6782°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.7"
28% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.63"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 97 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 83 km
Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 112 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 116 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 129 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 106 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 142 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 98 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 110 km
Jun 1, 2013 22 km NE of Kultali, India M4.1 121 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Yaas (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Yaas Category 1 270 km
2020 Amphan Category 2 95 km
2019 Fani Category 4 148 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 157 km
2009 Aila Category 1 136 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 234 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 293 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 231 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 170 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
April 87°F (31°C) 1.6 in
May 88°F (31°C) 3.4 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 8.4 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.6 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 9.4 in
September 84°F (29°C) 8.7 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.6 in
November 74°F (24°C) 0.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.0 in Driest

Kharar has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 67°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Kharar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bipin Bihari Singh Public Library0.0

Airports Near Kharar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrackpore Air Force StationSmall Airport
Behala AirportSmall Airport
Kharagpur Airport / Kalaikunda Air Force StationSmall 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
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kharar

What is the population of Kharar?

Kharar has a population of 12,049 residents and is located in India. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 125.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kharar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kharar?

Kharar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches.

How is the job market in Kharar?

The unemployment rate in Kharar is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 217 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kharar?

The median home value in Kharar is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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