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Kotma, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Kotma is a mid-size city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 31,756. Elevation: 1,755 ft (535 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
31,756 Population 81/sq mi density
1,755 ft Elevation 535 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
47.4 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
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Kotma

Kotma is a town and a municipality in Anuppur district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.

People

Population31,756
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density81/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units12,702
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Population31,756
Population Density81 / sq mi
Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Coordinates23.2038°, 81.9790°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation47.4 inches (1,203 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Kotma

Kotma is a mid-size city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 31,756. The city sits at an elevation of 1,755 feet (535 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kotma has a population of 31,756 with a density of 81 people per square mile, spread across 393.0 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,756
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
393.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kotma vs India Average

The median household income in Kotma 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 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 572 business establishments.

Income: Kotma 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

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)572

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kotma is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 12,702 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units12,702

Property Tax

Climate in Kotma

Kotma has an average annual temperature of 23.7°C (75°F). The hottest month is May (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1380 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.6°C / 60°F 3.4° / 27.8° 21.2
Feb 18.9°C / 66°F 5.8° / 32.6° 24.9
Mar 24.6°C / 76°F 11.7° / 38.2° 36.5
Apr 30°C / 86°F 18.4° / 41.9° 25.6
May 31.8°C / 89°F 21.2° / 43.1° 56.6
Jun 30.3°C / 87°F 22.6° / 41.8° 216.0
Jul 26.4°C / 80°F 22.3° / 32.1° 287.2
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 21.4° / 30.6° 381.0
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 20.4° / 30.3° 243.9
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 13.6° / 29° 64.7
Nov 18.3°C / 65°F 9.2° / 27.1° 5.3
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 4.3° / 26.3° 17.3
Kotma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,755 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,755 ft (535 m)
Area393.0 sq mi (1,017.9 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates23.2038°N, 81.9790°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.16"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.7 on Jul 28, 2022.

Oct 18, 2012 12 km NW of Jaisinghnagar, India M5.0 93 km
Jul 28, 2022 14 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.7 57 km
Jul 11, 2022 15 km NNW of Baikunthpur, India M4.6 55 km
Apr 10, 2018 14 km WSW of Singrauli, India M4.6 119 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 78 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 114 km
Jan 18, 1996 12 km SSW of Singrauli, India M4.2 119 km
Dec 10, 1995 3 km ESE of Singrauli, India M3.8 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 5.7 in
July 80°F (27°C) 14.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 15.2 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in

Kotma has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 63°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.2") and November the driest (0.2").

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Farmers Markets in Kotma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bijuri Main Market

Train Stations in Kotma

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kotma

Gas Stations in Kotma

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP Petro Pump

Stadiums & Teams in Kotma

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Airports Near Kotma

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Burhar Airport-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 Kotma

What is the population of Kotma?

Kotma has a population of 31,756 residents and is located in India. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 393.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kotma expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kotma?

Kotma 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 80°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.

How is the job market in Kotma?

Kotma has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 572 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kotma?

The median home value in Kotma is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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