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Konārka, India

Odisha · India

Konārka is a small city in Odisha, India with a population of 16,834. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,834 Population 420,850/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
56.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population16,834
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density420,850/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty24.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$28
Housing Units6,734
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population16,834
Population Density420,850 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates19.8902°, 86.0976°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceOdisha
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation56.4 inches (1,433 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age27.0 years

About Konārka

Konārka is a small city in India (Odisha) with a population of 16,834. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Konārka has a population of 16,834 with a density of 420,850 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,834
Total Population
420,850
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Konārka vs India Average

The median household income in Konārka 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 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 303 business establishments.

Income: Konārka 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

Unemployment5.0%
39% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above India avg
Establishments (County)303

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Konārka is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,734 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, 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$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,734

Property Tax

Climate in Konārka

Konārka has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (30.2°C), the coldest is Jan (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1672 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 21.4°C / 71°F 14.3° / 27.4° 14.5
Feb 23.8°C / 75°F 15.9° / 31.5° 17.2
Mar 27.7°C / 82°F 21.1° / 35.2° 43.6
Apr 30.1°C / 86°F 25.3° / 37.4° 61.1
May 30.2°C / 86°F 25.9° / 36.4° 194.2
Jun 29.7°C / 85°F 27.1° / 33.9° 196.7
Jul 28.9°C / 84°F 26.8° / 32° 277.6
Aug 28.6°C / 83°F 26.5° / 31.5° 325.2
Sep 28.5°C / 83°F 26.1° / 31.3° 287.4
Oct 27.6°C / 82°F 22.6° / 31° 190.9
Nov 24.5°C / 76°F 18.6° / 29.3° 29.3
Dec 21.9°C / 71°F 14.6° / 27.4° 34.1
Konārka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average80.3°F
49% above India avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density420,850/sq mi
Coordinates19.8902°N, 86.0976°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.4"
48% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.91"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.24"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Dana (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Dana Category 1 147 km
2023 Hamoon Category 1 268 km
2021 Yaas Category 1 184 km
2020 Amphan Category 3 166 km
2019 Fani Category 5 40 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 158 km
2018 Titli Category 3 211 km
2013 Phailin Category 5 133 km
2009 Aila Category 1 290 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 36 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 136 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 153 km
1995 Unnamed Category 3 298 km
1995 Unnamed Category 1 300 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 221 km
1981 Unnamed Category 1 177 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
February 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.6 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 7.5 in
July 83°F (29°C) 11.3 in
August 84°F (29°C) 12.9 in Wettest
September 84°F (29°C) 9.3 in
October 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in
November 76°F (24°C) 2.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Konārka has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 71°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.9") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Konārka

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bateswar High School Balidokan — — — —
Saraswati Sishu Mandir Balidokan — — — —
Odisha Adarsha Vidhyalaya — — — —
Kunja Primary School — — — —
Govt High School Konark — — — —
Konark High School — — — —
Sevashram School — — — —
Vinoba Bhabe Vidyamandir — — — —
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Radio Stations near Konārka

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Konārka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeological Museum, Konark
Arka Kshetra

Hotels in Konārka

12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brianchi hotel
Hotel Deluxe
Hotel Sun Village
Hotel Yatrinivas
Konark Hotel
Lotus Eco Resort
New Santi Hotel
Panthanivas
Royal Lodge
Santi Hotel
Santoshi Hotel
Sunrise Lodge

Restaurants in Konārka

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gitanjali restaurant
Okaasan
Wooden Restaurant

Cinemas in Konārka

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Astaranga Cinema Hall
Konark Cinema Hall

Theatres in Konārka

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Open Air Auditorium

Clinics in Konārka

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. B.C Panda Clinic
Dr. Manoranjan Maharana Clinic
Kanakalata Seva Sadan Ayush Clinic
Maa Managala Clinic

Bus Stations in Konārka

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus to Puri
Kakatpur New Bus Stand
Konark Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Konārka

9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hindustan Petroleum
HP Petrol Pump
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Maa Rudrani Filling Station
Maa Shakti Kisan Seva Kendra
Shree Bateswar Filling Station
Shree Darubrahma Kisan Seva Kendra

Banks in Konārka

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Baroda
Bank of Baroda
Canara Bank
Odisha Gramya Bank
State Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Konārka

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reliance Smart Point

Airports Near Konārka

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biju Patnaik International AirportBBILarge Airport
Cuttack Airport / Charbatia Air Force Station—Small Airport

Post Offices in Konārka

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Konark Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Konārka

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Sun Temple, KonârakCultural1984

Churches & Religious Organizations in Konārka

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baba Bateswar Temple
Gundicha Temple Konark
Hanuman Temple
Maa Bhagabati Temple
Maa Mangala temple
Navagraha temple

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Konārka

Sun Temple, Konârak
Cultural · inscribed 1984
On the shores of the Bay of Bengal, bathed in the rays of the rising sun, the temple at Konarak is a monumental representation of the sun god Surya's chariot; its 24 wheels are decorated with symbolic designs and it is led by a team of six horses. Built in the...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Konārka

What is the population of Konārka?

Konārka has a population of 16,834 residents and is located in India. The population density is 420,850 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Konārka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 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 $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Konārka?

Konārka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches.

How is the job market in Konārka?

The unemployment rate in Konārka is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 303 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Konārka?

The median home value in Konārka is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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