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Mahīshādal, India

West Bengal · India

Mahīshādal is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 17,988. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,988 Population 318/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 26°C
58.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population17,988
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density318/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

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Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units7,195
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (26°C)
Rain58.6 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population17,988
Population Density318 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates22.1862°, 87.9807°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (26°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation58.6 inches (1,488 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Mahīshādal

Mahīshādal is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 17,988. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Mahīshādal has a population of 17,988 with a density of 318 people per square mile, spread across 56.6 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,988
Total Population
318
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
56.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mahīshādal vs India Average

The median household income in Mahīshādal is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 324 business establishments.

Income: Mahīshādal vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)324

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mahīshādal is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 7,195 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units7,195

Property Tax

Climate in Mahīshādal

Mahīshādal has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Jan (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2090 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.7°C / 66°F 9.9° / 27.4° 16.6
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 11.4° / 32.5° 38.8
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 18.5° / 36.5° 37.6
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 23.9° / 39.4° 49.0
May 30.5°C / 87°F 25.5° / 38.3° 235.7
Jun 30°C / 86°F 27.1° / 35.6° 245.4
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 26.8° / 32.9° 323.6
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 26.3° / 32.5° 443.7
Sep 28.5°C / 83°F 26° / 31.9° 402.0
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 21.2° / 31.8° 216.7
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 15.8° / 29.7° 52.4
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 10.5° / 27.4° 29.0
Mahīshādal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.6°F
47% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area56.6 sq mi (146.5 km²)
Population Density318/sq mi
Coordinates22.1862°N, 87.9807°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.6"
54% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 12.52"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 6, 2013.

May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 144 km
Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 141 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 143 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 136 km
Apr 16, 2001 16 km SSE of S?tkhira, Bangladesh M4.3 127 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 118 km
Jun 1, 2013 22 km NE of Kultali, India M4.1 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Dana (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Dana Category 1 270 km
2023 Hamoon Category 2 296 km
2021 Yaas Category 1 211 km
2020 Amphan Category 3 44 km
2019 Fani Category 4 129 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 91 km
2009 Aila Category 1 69 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 179 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 271 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 167 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 282 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 114 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.5 in
May 87°F (31°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 9.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 11.4 in
August 84°F (29°C) 11.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 12.5 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 5.0 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Mahīshādal has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 68°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Mahīshādal

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mahishadal Raj High School
Kalyanchak Panchami Smriti Balika Vidyalaya
Sitalpur Primary School
Sandalpur Junior High School
Sarala Smriti Tapovan Vidyapith
Basudevpur Maharaj Nandakumar High School
Mahammadpur Satya Smriti Sikshaniketan
Kalyanchak Gour Mohan Institution
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Radio Stations near Mahīshādal

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
MY RADIO DJ MP3
AIR Akashvani Maitree Kolkata UNKNOWN
OakyLP AAC

Museums in Mahīshādal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Phulbag Palace Museum

Libraries in Mahīshādal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ram Ram Pur Gronthagar0.0

Farmers Markets in Mahīshādal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhabanipur Hut
Brajalalchak Fish Market
Ghorai More
Khudiram Market
Madhakhali Bazar
Nandakumar Market
nandakumar Market
Nandakumar market
Nandakumar market
Saha Bazar
Township fish Market

Hotels in Mahīshādal

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pathasathi

Restaurants in Mahīshādal

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Suruchi Hotel and Restaurant
The Food Garden

Cinemas in Mahīshādal

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Geeta Cinema Hall
Piyasi

Castles in Mahīshādal

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raja'r Gadh

Train Stations in Mahīshādal

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Keshabpur
Mahisadal
Nandakumar

Bus Stations in Mahīshādal

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chandipur

Gas Stations in Mahīshādal

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
IN #6989043080
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Mahīshādal

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SBI
State Bank of India, Kalyanpur
United Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Mahīshādal

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Mahīshādal

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International AirportCCULarge Airport
Barrackpore Air Force StationSmall Airport
Behala AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Mahīshādal

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kalyanchak Post Office
Nandakumar Post Office
Sitalpur Post-office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mahīshādal

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Durga Bari
Gopal Jiu Temple
Sitala 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 Mahīshādal

What is the population of Mahīshādal?

Mahīshādal has a population of 17,988 residents and is located in India. The population density is 318 people per square mile, spread across 56.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Mahīshādal expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 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 Mahīshādal?

Mahīshādal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches.

How is the job market in Mahīshādal?

The unemployment rate in Mahīshādal is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 324 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Mahīshādal?

The median home value in Mahīshādal is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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