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Madhepura, India

Bihar · India

Madhepura is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 54,472. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
54,472 Population 79/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
47.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population54,472
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density79/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units21,789
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Population54,472
Population Density79 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates25.9213°, 86.7927°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Madhepura

Madhepura is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 54,472. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Madhepura has a population of 54,472 with a density of 79 people per square mile, spread across 690.0 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

54,472
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
690.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Madhepura vs India Average

The median household income in Madhepura is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 980 business establishments.

Income: Madhepura vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)980

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Madhepura is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 21,789 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units21,789

Property Tax

Climate in Madhepura

Madhepura has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.7°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1707 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5.9° / 26.3° 3.2
Feb 19.1°C / 66°F 7.2° / 31.9° 15.5
Mar 25.3°C / 77°F 12.8° / 38.2° 37.6
Apr 30.3°C / 87°F 18.8° / 42.7° 42.2
May 31.7°C / 89°F 22.2° / 42.6° 158.5
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 25.6° / 40.4° 301.9
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 25.6° / 35.2° 381.8
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 24.9° / 34.1° 324.4
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.5° / 33.6° 339.6
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.7° / 32° 99.1
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 12.1° / 28.9° 0.5
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 6° / 25.9° 3.1
Madhepura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.1°F
43% above India avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area690.0 sq mi (1,787.0 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates25.9213°N, 86.7927°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.2"
24% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.97"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

Jul 31, 2022 26 km W of Bhojpur, Nepal M5.1 135 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 69 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 100 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 72 km
Jul 9, 1993 15 km NE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.6 123 km
Jun 20, 2018 17 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 136 km
Feb 28, 1998 23 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 145 km
Apr 26, 2015 34 km N of Janakpur, Nepal M4.3 147 km
Jan 22, 2019 15 km NW of Bhojpur, Nepal M4.3 149 km
Aug 3, 2007 11 km WNW of Bhojpur, Nepal M4.3 142 km
Sep 27, 2001 31 km E of Dhar?n, Nepal M4.3 128 km
Aug 22, 2025 29 km N of Triyuga, Nepal M4.1 126 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 60 km
Jul 8, 2003 22 km ESE of Dhankut?, Nepal M3.9 133 km
Dec 30, 1996 53 km NNW of Triyuga, Nepal M3.6 149 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake - 10,600 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.9 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 7.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.0 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.6 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Madhepura has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 62°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.0") and December the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Madhepura

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rasbihari High School - - - -
Girls High School - - - -
S.A.H.S. Bhan - Tekathi - - - -
Aadarsh Sankul Middle School, Mathahi - - - -
Shiv Nandan School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Madhepura

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Madhepura

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ganga Hotel
Hotel Lucknow Grand Madhepura
Hotel Madhepura
yadav line hotel

Cafes in Madhepura

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chaiwallah

Cinemas in Madhepura

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rupvani Talkies

Clinics in Madhepura

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vrindavan Nursing Home, Madhepura

Train Stations in Madhepura

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Budhma Station
Dauram Madhepura
Methai

Bus Stations in Madhepura

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stand
IN #1943790424
Madhepura Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Madhepura

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP Petrol Pump
HP Petrol Pump - Sidhart Fuels
IN #491205880
Madhepura Fuel Center
Megh Raj Petrol Pump
Petrol Pump
Petrol Pump

Banks in Madhepura

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axis Bank
gramin bank
ICICI Bank
Indian Bank
State Bank of India

Gyms in Madhepura

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #5498616512

Airports Near Madhepura

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhagalpur Airport-Small Airport
Madhubani Airport-Small Airport
Purnea Airport-Small Airport
Rajbiraj AirportRJBSmall Airport
Saharsa Airport-Small Airport
Ulao Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Madhepura

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Head Post Office
post office mathahi

Churches & Religious Organizations in Madhepura

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BIC Church
Hanuman Mandir
Jama Masjid
Madni Jama Musjid
Shiv Mandir

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 Madhepura

What is the population of Madhepura?

Madhepura has a population of 54,472 residents and is located in India. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 690.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Madhepura expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Madhepura?

Madhepura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.

How is the job market in Madhepura?

The unemployment rate in Madhepura is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 980 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Madhepura?

The median home value in Madhepura is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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