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Lawan, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Lawan is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 8,984. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,984 Population 34/sq mi density
837 ft Elevation 255 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
49.6 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

Population8,984
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density34/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units3,594
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Population8,984
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Coordinates21.6414°, 82.3412°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,259 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Lawan

Lawan is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 8,984. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lawan has a population of 8,984 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 264.9 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,984
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
264.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lawan vs India Average

The median household income in Lawan 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 162 business establishments.

Income: Lawan 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)162

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lawan 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 3,594 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 Units3,594

Property Tax

Lawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area264.9 sq mi (686.2 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates21.6414°N, 82.3412°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.6"
30% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.87"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 12, 1996.

Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 264 km
2014 Hudhud Category 1 295 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 263 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 272 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 239 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.3 in
May 96°F (36°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 7.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 14.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 8.1 in
October 80°F (26°C) 1.8 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Lawan has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Lawan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
All India Radio AIR Bilaspur - AAC 95 kbps

Airports Near Lawan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bilaspur AirportPABMedium Airport
Swami Vivekananda AirportRPRMedium 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 Lawan

What is the population of Lawan?

Lawan has a population of 8,984 residents and is located in India. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 264.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lawan 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 Lawan?

Lawan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.6 inches.

How is the job market in Lawan?

Lawan 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 162 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lawan?

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

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