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Maheshwar, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Maheshwar is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 24,411. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
24,411 Population 76/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Maheshwar

Maheshwar

Maheshwar is a town, near Khargone city in Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh state, in central India. It is located on State Highway-38 ,13.5 km east of National Highway 3 and 91 km from Indore, the commercial capital of the state. The town lies on the northern bank of the Narmada River. It was the kingdom of Kartavirya Arjuna a Heheya king. Centuries later, it served as the capital of the Malwa during the Maratha Holkar reign until 6 January 1818, when Malhar Rao Holkar III shifted the capital to Indore.

People

Population24,411
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density76/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units9,764
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Population24,411
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates22.1759°, 75.5872°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (832 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Maheshwar

Maheshwar is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 24,411. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Maheshwar has a population of 24,411 with a density of 76 people per square mile, spread across 320.3 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,411
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
320.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Maheshwar vs India Average

The median household income in Maheshwar is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below 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 439 business establishments.

Income: Maheshwar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)439

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Maheshwar is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 9,764 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 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Housing Units9,764

Property Tax

Climate in Maheshwar

Maheshwar has an average annual temperature of 26.2°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (34.7°C), the coldest is Dec (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 1147 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.1°C / 66°F 6.8° / 32.1° 2.3
Feb 23°C / 73°F 9.2° / 36.5° 1.1
Mar 28.1°C / 83°F 13.7° / 41.3° 6.0
Apr 32.9°C / 91°F 20.1° / 44.2° 7.7
May 34.7°C / 95°F 23.5° / 45.4° 6.3
Jun 31.6°C / 89°F 23.9° / 42.6° 130.2
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 23.1° / 35° 321.8
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 21.9° / 32° 283.9
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 21.1° / 32.1° 303.5
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 15.7° / 31.5° 60.9
Nov 21°C / 70°F 11.4° / 30.7° 13.7
Dec 19°C / 66°F 7.1° / 29.2° 10.1
Maheshwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.2°F
50% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area320.3 sq mi (829.6 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates22.1759°N, 75.5872°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.8"
14% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jan 4, 2009.

Jan 4, 2009 26 km ESE of Sendhwa, India M4.1 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 83°F (28°C) 0.1 in
April 91°F (33°C) 0.1 in
May 95°F (35°C) 0.3 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 4.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.7 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 8.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
October 81°F (27°C) 1.3 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in

Maheshwar has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 70°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Maheshwar

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Indore infotainment, music AAC+ 71 kbps

Farmers Markets in Maheshwar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
sabji mandi

Hotels in Maheshwar

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Labbooz Cafe And Lodge
Narmada Retreat

Cafes in Maheshwar

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sugar can

Castles in Maheshwar

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maheshwar-Palace

Gas Stations in Maheshwar

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #640467319

Airports Near Maheshwar

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International AirportIDRLarge Airport
Khandwa AirportSmall Airport
Khargon Govt. AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maheshwar

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Akhileshwar Temple Courtyard
Temple Courtyard

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 Maheshwar

What is the population of Maheshwar?

Maheshwar has a population of 24,411 residents and is located in India. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 320.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Maheshwar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% 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 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Maheshwar?

Maheshwar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches.

How is the job market in Maheshwar?

Maheshwar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 439 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Maheshwar?

The median home value in Maheshwar is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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