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Lātehār, India

Jharkhand · India

Lātehār is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 26,981. Elevation: 1,273 ft (388 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
26,981 Population 137/sq mi density
1,273 ft Elevation 388 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
48.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population26,981
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density137/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units10,792
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Population26,981
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Coordinates23.7442°, 84.4998°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation48.6 inches (1,235 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Lātehār

Lātehār is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 26,981. The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet (388 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lātehār has a population of 26,981 with a density of 137 people per square mile, spread across 197.6 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

26,981
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
197.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lātehār vs India Average

The median household income in Lātehār is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 486 business establishments.

Income: Lātehār vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)486

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lātehār is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 10,792 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units10,792

Property Tax

Climate in Lātehār

Lātehār has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (31°C), the coldest is Jan (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1375 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.2°C / 58°F 3.4° / 25.6° 12.7
Feb 17.6°C / 64°F 5.5° / 30.8° 20.4
Mar 23.4°C / 74°F 11.4° / 36.6° 38.1
Apr 29.1°C / 84°F 18.1° / 40.9° 16.8
May 31°C / 88°F 20.1° / 42.6° 60.2
Jun 30.1°C / 86°F 22.6° / 40.7° 193.3
Jul 26.6°C / 80°F 22.3° / 33.1° 260.6
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 21.2° / 30.7° 355.6
Sep 24.9°C / 77°F 20.3° / 30.2° 301.0
Oct 22.3°C / 72°F 14.2° / 28.9° 93.4
Nov 18°C / 64°F 9.7° / 26.2° 7.2
Dec 14.8°C / 59°F 3.8° / 24.4° 15.6
Lātehār has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,273 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.6°F
42% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,273 ft (388 m)
Area197.6 sq mi (511.8 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates23.7442°N, 84.4998°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.15"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 76°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.4 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 13.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 9.6 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.5 in
November 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in

Lātehār has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 61°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and November the driest (0.2").

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Clinics in Lātehār

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

New Life Clinic

Dentists in Lātehār

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Lātehār

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bendi
Demu
Kumandih
Latehar
Richughuta

Airports Near Lātehār

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daltonganj 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 Lātehār

What is the population of Lātehār?

Lātehār has a population of 26,981 residents and is located in India. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 197.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lātehār expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lātehār?

Lātehār has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches.

How is the job market in Lātehār?

The unemployment rate in Lātehār is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 486 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lātehār?

The median home value in Lātehār is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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