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Krishnanagar, India

West Bengal · India

Krishnanagar is a large city in West Bengal, India with a population of 145,926. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
145,926 Population 20,438/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population145,926
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density20,438/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units58,370
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Population145,926
Population Density20,438 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates23.4058°, 88.4907°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,363 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Krishnanagar

Krishnanagar is a large city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 145,926. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Krishnanagar has a population of 145,926 with a density of 20,438 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

145,926
Total Population
20,438
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Krishnanagar vs India Average

The median household income in Krishnanagar is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.

Income: Krishnanagar vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare10
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Krishnanagar is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 58,370 total housing units in the city. 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units58,370

Property Tax

Climate in Krishnanagar

Krishnanagar has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.9°C), the coldest is Jan (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1725 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 7.2° / 28.1° 17.2
Feb 21.3°C / 70°F 9.4° / 34° 28.1
Mar 26.9°C / 80°F 15.4° / 39.5° 39.7
Apr 31.9°C / 89°F 21.1° / 44.2° 50.1
May 30.9°C / 88°F 23.5° / 41.8° 253.5
Jun 29.9°C / 86°F 25.3° / 38.3° 234.9
Jul 29.1°C / 84°F 25.3° / 34.6° 242.9
Aug 28.6°C / 83°F 25° / 33.7° 323.6
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 24.5° / 33.2° 293.0
Oct 26.5°C / 80°F 19.1° / 32.2° 188.8
Nov 22.1°C / 72°F 13.2° / 29.8° 23.2
Dec 18°C / 64°F 7.4° / 27.6° 30.3
Krishnanagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density20,438/sq mi
Coordinates23.4058°N, 88.4907°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.97"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 6, 2013.

Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 10 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 12 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 11 km
Jun 9, 2011 Bangladesh M4.4 121 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 141 km
Apr 16, 2001 16 km SSE of S?tkhira, Bangladesh M4.3 114 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 109 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 49 km
Aug 5, 2006 7 km NE of Far?dpur, Bangladesh M4.2 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 63 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 188 km
2019 Fani Category 1 259 km
2009 Aila Category 1 203 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 220 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 282 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 132 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (30°C) 1.7 in
May 88°F (31°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 10.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.0 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 9.5 in
September 84°F (29°C) 9.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 4.3 in
November 74°F (24°C) 0.7 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Krishnanagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 66°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.0") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Krishnanagar

Institution Type Founded Website
Muragacha Government College College - ,

Schools in Krishnanagar

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holy Family Girls' School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Krishnanagar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Krishnanagar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Atkabar Sriti Complex

Libraries in Krishnanagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Manindra, Nirmala, Jogendra, Abala Memorial Library0.0
Nabadwip Public Library0.0
Santipur Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Krishnanagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bot Tala Bazar
Charichara Bazar
Choto Bazar
Coopers Camp Market
Duttapulia Bazar
Radha Bazar

Restaurants in Krishnanagar

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ghosh Hotel
Hotel The Premium III Rashik Bangali (রসিক বাঙালি)
Mother's Hut
Sankar Hotel and Restaurant

Cafes in Krishnanagar

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Balaji

Clinics in Krishnanagar

8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arogyam Nursing Home
Central Nursing Home, Krishnanagar
ECHS Polyclinic
Nadia Maternity and Nursing Home
New Mahendra Maternity and Nursing Home
Oriental Nursing Home and polyclinic
Prantik Nursing Home
Shefa Eye Clinic and Nursing Home

Train Stations in Krishnanagar

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bahadurpur
Jalal Khali
Krishnanagar City Junction

Bus Stations in Krishnanagar

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Krishnanagar Bus Stand
Krishnanagar New Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Krishnanagar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #2162819240
IN #2350712585

Banks in Krishnanagar

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Krishnanagar

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Airports Near Krishnanagar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ishurdi AirportIRDMedium Airport
Jessore AirportJSRMedium Airport
Barrackpore Air Force Station-Small Airport

Post Offices in Krishnanagar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dalimoula Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Krishnanagar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Krishna Temple
Mandakini
Nrisimhapalli
Место отдыха Господа Чайтаньи

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Krishnanagar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 9
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 3
Banks 1
Police Stations 1

Things to See Near Krishnanagar

4 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (2)
  • • Old Mahaprabhu Temple
  • • বুনো রামনাথের ভিটা
🏖️ Beaches (2)
  • • Gosvami Ghat
  • • Prabhupad Ghat

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Krishnanagar

What is the population of Krishnanagar?

Krishnanagar has a population of 145,926 residents and is located in India. The population density is 20,438 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Krishnanagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Krishnanagar?

Krishnanagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.

How is the job market in Krishnanagar?

The unemployment rate in Krishnanagar is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 14 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Krishnanagar?

The median home value in Krishnanagar is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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