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Lanka, India

Assam · India

Lanka is a mid-size city in Assam, India with a population of 36,805. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
36,805 Population 84/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
57.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population36,805
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density84/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units14,722
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population36,805
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates25.9291°, 92.9486°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,466 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Lanka

Lanka is a mid-size city in India (Assam) with a population of 36,805. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lanka has a population of 36,805 with a density of 84 people per square mile, spread across 437.6 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

36,805
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
437.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lanka vs India Average

The median household income in Lanka is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above 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 662 business establishments.

Income: Lanka vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)662

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lanka is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,722 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 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,722

Property Tax

Climate in Lanka

Lanka has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1277 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.1°C / 63°F 8.6° / 27.7° 7.4
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 9.9° / 30.1° 22.4
Mar 24°C / 75°F 13.2° / 35.5° 39.1
Apr 27.1°C / 81°F 18.2° / 38.2° 97.8
May 28.2°C / 83°F 20.5° / 38.3° 199.5
Jun 28.5°C / 83°F 23.1° / 36° 242.6
Jul 28.8°C / 84°F 23.9° / 36.7° 205.0
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 23.6° / 36.2° 178.7
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 22.9° / 37° 139.1
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 18.8° / 34.2° 128.8
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 14° / 30.5° 10.3
Dec 18.3°C / 65°F 10.3° / 28.3° 6.7
Lanka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area437.6 sq mi (1,133.4 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates25.9291°N, 92.9486°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.7"
52% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

178 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 144 km
Apr 28, 2021 8 km NNW of Dhekiajuli, India M6.0 107 km
May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 135 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 135 km
May 11, 2012 19 km N of Hoj?i, India M5.4 28 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 88 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 135 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 127 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 82 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 73 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 67 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 109 km
Oct 2, 2012 15 km ENE of Rang?p?ra, India M5.2 106 km
Sep 2, 1990 12 km W of Tezpur, India M5.2 84 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 117 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 110 km
Dec 2, 1998 34 km SSW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.0 72 km
Aug 19, 2009 9 km N of Dhing, India M5.0 85 km
Apr 28, 2021 6 km NE of Dhekiajuli, India M5.0 101 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 182 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 243 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 228 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.6 in
March 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in
April 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
May 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
June 84°F (29°C) 10.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 9.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in
October 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in

Lanka has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (0.4").

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Hotels in Lanka

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mayur Hotel

Restaurants in Lanka

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Lite Lanka

Clinics in Lanka

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Med Advance Clinic

Train Stations in Lanka

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dhalpukhuri
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Lanka

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 Lanka

What is the population of Lanka?

Lanka has a population of 36,805 residents and is located in India. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 437.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lanka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% 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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lanka?

Lanka has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches.

How is the job market in Lanka?

The unemployment rate in Lanka is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 662 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lanka?

The median home value in Lanka is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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