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Kotā, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Kotā is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 18,405. Elevation: 1,093 ft (333 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
18,405 Population 36/sq mi density
1,093 ft Elevation 333 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
50.0 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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Full City Profile

People

Population18,405
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density36/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units7,362
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Population18,405
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Coordinates22.2951°, 82.0237°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.0 inches (1,270 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Kotā

Kotā is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 18,405. The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet (333 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kotā has a population of 18,405 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 507.8 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,405
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
507.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kotā vs India Average

The median household income in Kotā 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 331 business establishments.

Income: Kotā 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)331

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kotā 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 7,362 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 Units7,362

Property Tax

Climate in Kotā

Kotā has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (32.9°C), the coldest is Jan (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1459 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.9°C / 62°F 4.8° / 28.9° 20.9
Feb 20.3°C / 68°F 6.9° / 33.9° 26.4
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 13.2° / 39.3° 36.7
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 19.5° / 43.1° 27.0
May 32.9°C / 91°F 22.2° / 43.9° 62.8
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 23.3° / 42.9° 218.5
Jul 27°C / 81°F 22.7° / 32.6° 317.8
Aug 26°C / 79°F 22.1° / 31.1° 392.3
Sep 25.7°C / 78°F 21.5° / 31° 270.6
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 14.4° / 30.1° 62.1
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 10° / 28.2° 5.9
Dec 17.3°C / 63°F 5.6° / 27.7° 18.0
Kotā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average79.7°F
48% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area507.8 sq mi (1,315.1 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates22.2951°N, 82.0237°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.0"
32% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.12"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 28, 2022.

Jul 28, 2022 14 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.7 131 km
Jul 11, 2022 15 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.6 130 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 113 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in
April 89°F (32°C) 0.5 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.5 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 6.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 15.1 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Kotā has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 67°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.1") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Kotā

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
All India Radio AIR Bilaspur AAC 95 kbps

Libraries in Kotā

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kotā

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
brihaspati market
RAJIV PLAZA
RAJIV PLAZA
SHANICHARI BAZAR
SHANICHARI BAZAR
Tifra Sabzi Mandi

Train Stations in Kotā

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Belgahna
Kalmitar
Kargi Road
Salkaroad
Tenganmada

Stadiums & Teams in Kotā

TeamLeagueDivision
Bahatarai Outdoor Stadium
Bilaspur Sports Complex
Raghuraj Singh Stadium

Airports Near Kotā

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilaspur AirportPABMedium Airport
Korba AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Kotā

20 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aashirwad Laser and Phaco Eye Hospital
Arpan sugar clinic
Ashok Prasuti Mandir
Bajaj Nursing Home
Dr Kalvit Nursing Home and Infertility Center
Dr Sandeep Gupta Clinic
Dr Shekhar Tiwari (Orthopedic and Trauma Center)
Dr. Deshkar Nursing Home
Dubey Nursing Home
Ghosh Surgical Nursing Home
Jai Ambey Nursing Home & netralaya
Mahamaya phisotherapy clinic
Mehghani Nursing Home and Surgical Centre
P.T.M.D. Mishra Memorial Nursing Home and Research
Pathak Nursing Home
Pendalwar Nursing Home
Sahara Nursing Home, Bilaspur
Samadhan Nursing Home
Udm Surgical Centre And Urological Clinic
Verma Nursing Home, Bilaspur

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 Kotā

What is the population of Kotā?

Kotā has a population of 18,405 residents and is located in India. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 507.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kotā 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 Kotā?

Kotā has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kotā?

Kotā 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 331 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kotā?

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

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