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Mahāsamund, India

Chhattisgarh · 🇮🇳 India

Mahāsamund is a mid-size city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 54,413. Elevation: 981 ft (299 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
54,413 Population
981 ft Elevation 299 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
53.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population54,413
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation981 ft (299 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population54,413
Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Coordinates21.1074°, 82.0948°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation53.4 inches (1,356 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Mahāsamund a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mahāsamund receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mahāsamund offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mahāsamund has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Mahāsamund has a population of 54,413. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

54,413
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mahāsamund vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mahāsamund vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mahāsamund is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mahāsamund vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mahāsamund, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Mahāsamund vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Mahāsamund has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 981 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation981 ft (299 m)
Coordinates21.1074°N, 82.0948°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
March 82°F (28°C) 1.0 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 7.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 16.9 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 14.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.1 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Mahāsamund has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 68°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.9") and November the driest (0.1").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mahāsamund

What is the population of Mahāsamund?

Mahāsamund has a population of 54,413 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Mahāsamund expensive to live in?

Mahāsamund is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mahāsamund?

Mahāsamund has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Mahāsamund?

Mahāsamund has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Mahāsamund?

34.4% of adults in Mahāsamund hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mahāsamund?

The obesity rate in Mahāsamund is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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