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Kotba, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Kotba is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 6,805. Elevation: 1,319 ft (402 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,805 Population 18/sq mi density
1,319 ft Elevation 402 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
57.5 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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People

Population6,805
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density18/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units2,722
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Population6,805
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Coordinates22.4394°, 83.7400°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,460 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Kotba

Kotba is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 6,805. The city sits at an elevation of 1,319 feet (402 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kotba has a population of 6,805 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 380.5 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,805
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
380.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kotba vs India Average

The median household income in Kotba 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 122 business establishments.

Income: Kotba 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)122

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kotba 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 2,722 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 Units2,722

Property Tax

Kotba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,319 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Area380.5 sq mi (985.4 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates22.4394°N, 83.7400°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.5"
51% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.26"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 32 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 121 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 126 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Phailin (2013).

Year Name Category Closest
2013 Phailin Category 2 240 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 213 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.5 in
May 92°F (34°C) 1.0 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 8.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 16.3 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 16.1 in
September 80°F (26°C) 10.0 in
October 78°F (25°C) 2.6 in
November 71°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Kotba has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 66°F in December to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.3") and November the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Kotba

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Maa Mahamaya AirportAHAMedium Airport
Jharsuguda AirportJRGSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)-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 Kotba

What is the population of Kotba?

Kotba has a population of 6,805 residents and is located in India. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 380.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kotba 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 Kotba?

Kotba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kotba?

Kotba 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 122 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kotba?

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

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