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Kishanganj, India

Bihar · India

Kishanganj is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 105,782. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
105,782 Population 370/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population105,782
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density370/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units42,313
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Population105,782
Population Density370 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates26.1022°, 87.9553°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,939 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Kishanganj

Kishanganj is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 105,782. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kishanganj has a population of 105,782 with a density of 370 people per square mile, spread across 286.0 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

105,782
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
286.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kishanganj vs India Average

The median household income in Kishanganj 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 23 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.

Income: Kishanganj vs India

Commute Mode

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)23

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kishanganj 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 42,313 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 Units42,313

Property Tax

Climate in Kishanganj

Kishanganj has an average annual temperature of 25°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (30.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2209 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.3°C / 61°F 7.4° / 26.3° 4.4
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 8° / 31.7° 16.5
Mar 25.1°C / 77°F 13.2° / 37.4° 54.7
Apr 29.4°C / 85°F 18.7° / 41.5° 64.9
May 30.4°C / 87°F 22.1° / 40.8° 217.4
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 24.9° / 37.6° 409.4
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 25.6° / 34.1° 499.6
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 24.8° / 34.2° 388.6
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.6° / 33.4° 418.7
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 18.4° / 32.1° 130.4
Nov 21°C / 70°F 13° / 28.8° 1.0
Dec 16.9°C / 62°F 7.5° / 26.2° 3.2
Kishanganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.3°F
43% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area286.0 sq mi (740.7 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates26.1022°N, 87.9553°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 19.33"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 9, 2024.

Feb 14, 2006 16 km NE of Gyalshing, India M5.3 149 km
Oct 3, 2013 11 km WNW of Singtam, India M5.2 139 km
Apr 27, 2015 13 km ESE of Il?m, Nepal M5.1 85 km
Dec 2, 2001 7 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M5.1 119 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 56 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 140 km
Aug 11, 2007 51 km NNW of Il?m, Nepal M5.0 140 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 18 km
May 20, 2007 5 km NNW of Gyalshing, India M4.9 140 km
Sep 18, 2011 14 km NNW of Singtam, India M4.7 148 km
Jan 3, 1996 30 km SE of Badarganj, Bangladesh M4.7 148 km
Feb 18, 2004 50 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.7 141 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 138 km
Sep 10, 1998 4 km NNW of Namchi, India M4.7 128 km
Nov 30, 2012 9 km SW of Gyalshing, India M4.7 127 km
May 18, 2007 11 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.7 132 km
Sep 29, 2003 51 km W of Gyalshing, India M4.6 141 km
Jun 14, 2005 32 km WNW of Naya B?z?r, India M4.6 123 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 52 km
Sep 5, 1993 13 km SE of Kh??db?ri??, Nepal M4.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake - 10,600 141 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
May 84°F (29°C) 5.5 in
June 85°F (29°C) 15.2 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 19.3 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 15.7 in
September 83°F (29°C) 13.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Kishanganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 63°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 76.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (19.3") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Kishanganj

Institution Type Founded Website
+2 N.A. High School College - Visit →
college ground College - ,
Islampur College of Education College - ,
Islampur Governement Polytechnic College - ,
mahila college College - ,
second building College - ,

Schools in Kishanganj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
orental - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kishanganj

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Kishanganj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Iqbal Rural Library0.0
Town Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kishanganj

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Islampur Regulated Marketing Complex
Pamol Hat
Tullyghar Bazar
Vegetable Market
Vegetable Market

Hotels in Kishanganj

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Taj

Clinics in Kishanganj

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Haider Nursing Home
N B Nursing Home
Shaukat Nursing Home
Z.A.Nursing Home

Train Stations in Kishanganj

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hatwar
Kishanganj
Panjipara
Tauheed

Bus Stations in Kishanganj

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kishanganj Bus Station aka Bihar Bus Adda (Vir Kunwar Singh)

Stadiums & Teams in Kishanganj

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kishanganj

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bagdogra AirportIXBLarge Airport
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhadrapur AirportBDPSmall Airport
Kishanganj Airport-Small Airport
Purnea Airport-Small Airport
Thakurgaon AirportTKRSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kishanganj

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kishanganj Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kishanganj

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Masjid-e-Umar

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Kishanganj

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 5
Restaurants 3
Cafes 4
Bars 3
Supermarkets 6
Banks 1
Hotels 1
Parks 2
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 4

🇮🇳 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 Kishanganj

What is the population of Kishanganj?

Kishanganj has a population of 105,782 residents and is located in India. The population density is 370 people per square mile, spread across 286.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kishanganj 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 Kishanganj?

Kishanganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

How is the job market in Kishanganj?

The unemployment rate in Kishanganj 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 23 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Kishanganj?

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

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