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Khowai, India

Tripura · India

Khowai is a small city in Tripura, India with a population of 20,046. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,046 Population 8,909/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
82.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 9.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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About Khowai

Khowai district is a district of Tripura state of India. This district was created in January, 2012 when four new districts were created in Tripura, taking the number of districts in the state from four to eight. The district headquarters are located in the town Khowai. The district was carved out of West Tripura district along with new Sipahijala district. The district is divided into two subdivisions, namely Khowai and Teliamura.

People

Population20,046
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density8,909/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$25
Housing Units8,018
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain82.7 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population20,046
Population Density8,909 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates24.0796°, 91.5997°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTripura
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation82.7 inches (2,101 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age27.0 years

About Khowai

Khowai is a small city in India (Tripura) with a population of 20,046. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Khowai has a population of 20,046 with a density of 8,909 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,046
Total Population
8,909
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Khowai vs India Average

The median household income in Khowai is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 361 business establishments.

Income: Khowai vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)361

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Khowai is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,018 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, 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$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,018

Property Tax

Climate in Khowai

Khowai has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2588 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.5°C / 63°F 9° / 27.2° 13.4
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 9.9° / 31.3° 28.8
Mar 25.2°C / 77°F 14.1° / 36.1° 67.3
Apr 28.2°C / 83°F 20° / 38.3° 133.4
May 28.2°C / 83°F 21.9° / 36.9° 405.5
Jun 27.7°C / 82°F 23.5° / 33.9° 498.9
Jul 27.9°C / 82°F 23.8° / 34.1° 396.3
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.6° / 33.7° 387.6
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.2° / 33.1° 302.0
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 19.7° / 31.3° 287.1
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 13.3° / 28.9° 40.1
Dec 18.4°C / 65°F 10.3° / 26.5° 28.2
Khowai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density8,909/sq mi
Coordinates24.0796°N, 91.5997°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.7"
118% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 16.77"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 11, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 112 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 43 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 115 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 120 km
Nov 15, 1990 13 km S of Darlawn, India M5.2 137 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 92 km
Sep 10, 2010 27 km S of Son?rgaon, Bangladesh M5.1 122 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 107 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 139 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 84 km
Nov 8, 2017 28 km N of Agartala, India M4.9 32 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 70 km
Sep 9, 2023 19 km ENE of Lāla, India M4.8 136 km
Jul 24, 1994 17 km NNE of Badarpur, India M4.7 148 km
Sep 2, 1991 19 km NNE of Kishorganj, Bangladesh M4.7 97 km
Aug 22, 1991 34 km W of Chh?tak, Bangladesh M4.7 109 km
Jul 21, 2005 27 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M4.6 139 km
Jan 1, 2012 18 km ESE of Amarpur, India M4.6 72 km
Aug 12, 2001 6 km WNW of Dharmanagar, India M4.6 62 km
May 28, 1992 10 km NNE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M4.5 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 1 262 km
2017 Mora Category 1 246 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 104 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 226 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 121 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 87 km
1995 Unnamed Category 1 294 km
1994 Unnamed Category 2 263 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 152 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 194 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
March 77°F (25°C) 3.1 in
April 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
May 82°F (28°C) 11.8 in
June 82°F (28°C) 16.8 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 12.8 in
August 83°F (28°C) 11.8 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest

Khowai has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Khowai

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Khowai Government English Medium HS School - - - -
Khowai Government Girls' HS School - - - -
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Museums in Khowai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Syed Murad Ahammad Chisti House
Tea Museum

Farmers Markets in Khowai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kalighat Tea Garden Bazar

Stadiums & Teams in Khowai

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Khowai

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram AirportIXAMedium Airport
Kailashahar AirportIXHMedium Airport
Comilla AirportCLASmall Airport
Kamalpur AirportIXQSmall Airport
Khowai AirportIXNSmall Airport
Shamshernagar AirportZHMSmall 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 Khowai

What is the population of Khowai?

Khowai has a population of 20,046 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8,909 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Khowai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 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 $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Khowai?

Khowai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.7 inches.

How is the job market in Khowai?

The job market in Khowai faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 361 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Khowai?

The median home value in Khowai is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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