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Kharod, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Kharod is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 10,193. Elevation: 801 ft (244 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,193 Population 48/sq mi density
801 ft Elevation 244 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
49.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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About Kharod

Kharod is a town and a nagar panchayat in Janjgir-Champa district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. Kharod is historically very important place as this place is also known as Chhattisgarh ki Kashi.

People

Population10,193
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density48/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units4,077
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Population10,193
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Coordinates21.7442°, 82.5788°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,264 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Kharod

Kharod is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 10,193. The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet (244 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kharod has a population of 10,193 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 212.1 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,193
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
212.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kharod vs India Average

The median household income in Kharod 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 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 183 business establishments.

Income: Kharod 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

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)183

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kharod is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,077 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,077

Property Tax

Climate in Kharod

Kharod has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (34°C), the coldest is Jan (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1572 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.2°C / 63°F 4.8° / 27.4° 14.0
Feb 20.5°C / 69°F 7.1° / 33.1° 23.1
Mar 26.6°C / 80°F 13.6° / 39.5° 28.6
Apr 32.1°C / 90°F 20.1° / 43.8° 23.9
May 34°C / 93°F 23.2° / 44.6° 69.3
Jun 32.1°C / 90°F 24.1° / 43.4° 197.8
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 23.4° / 33.9° 411.3
Aug 26.6°C / 80°F 22.8° / 31.9° 409.3
Sep 26.6°C / 80°F 22.3° / 31.5° 316.0
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 15.5° / 30.6° 49.8
Nov 20.4°C / 69°F 10.7° / 28.4° 7.5
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 5.6° / 26.3° 21.4
Kharod has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 801 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.9°F
50% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area212.1 sq mi (549.4 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates21.7442°N, 82.5788°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.8"
31% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.28"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Oct 10, 2000.

Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 149 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 260 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 249 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 253 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 253 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
February 74°F (24°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.2 in
May 96°F (36°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 7.1 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.3 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 15.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Kharod has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.3") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Kharod

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
All India Radio AIR Bilaspur - AAC 95 kbps

Airports Near Kharod

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilaspur AirportPABMedium Airport
Korba Airport-Small 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 Kharod

What is the population of Kharod?

Kharod has a population of 10,193 residents and is located in India. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 212.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kharod expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kharod?

Kharod has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.

How is the job market in Kharod?

Kharod has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 183 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kharod?

The median home value in Kharod is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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