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Medha, India

Maharashtra · India

Medha is a small town in Maharashtra, India with a population of 4,678. Elevation: 2,336 ft (712 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
4,678 Population 10/sq mi density
2,336 ft Elevation 712 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
80.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$4,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$4,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$35,000 home value, $90/mo rent

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About Medha

Medha

Medha Patkar is an Indian Social activist working on social issues for tribals, dalits, farmers, labourers and women facing injustice in India. She is an alumna of TISS, a premier institute of social science research in India.

People

Population4,678
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$4,000
Per Capita$3,700
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty14.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units1,871
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain80.6 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)
Population4,678
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)
Coordinates17.7941°, 73.8287°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation80.6 inches (2,046 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Medha

Medha is a small town in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 4,678. The city sits at an elevation of 2,336 feet (712 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Medha has a population of 4,678 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 491.8 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,678
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
491.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Medha vs India Average

The median household income in Medha is $4,000, which is 95% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,700 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $71, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: Medha vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$4,000
95% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,700
Avg Weekly Wage$71

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above India avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above India avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Medha is $35,000, 88% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $90 (92% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,871 total housing units in the city. 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$90
92% below India avg
Rent Burden27.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,871

Property Tax

Medha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 80.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,336 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above India avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,336 ft (712 m)
Area491.8 sq mi (1,273.7 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates17.7941°N, 73.8287°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.6"
112% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 32.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 20, 2019.

Sep 5, 2000 5 km W of P?tan, India M5.2 48 km
Dec 8, 1993 25 km NNE of L?nja, India M5.1 83 km
Mar 12, 2000 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M5.0 79 km
Feb 1, 1994 5 km SSE of M?khjan, India M5.0 71 km
Apr 6, 2000 19 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.9 75 km
Mar 14, 2005 28 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 73 km
Aug 28, 1993 21 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.9 71 km
Nov 14, 2009 21 km NNW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 78 km
Dec 12, 2009 29 km NW of Malk?pur, India M4.8 74 km
Mar 12, 1995 23 km W of Satara, India M4.7 18 km
Apr 17, 2006 27 km NNE of L?nja, India M4.7 82 km
Sep 3, 1993 29 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.7 75 km
Mar 13, 1995 11 km SW of Rahimatpur, India M4.5 43 km
Feb 11, 1998 26 km SSW of P?tan, India M4.5 71 km
Apr 14, 2012 11 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 66 km
Jan 6, 1991 12 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 60 km
Jun 7, 2005 26 km S of P?tan, India M4.4 72 km
Feb 14, 1998 3 km SSE of M?khjan, India M4.4 70 km
Dec 12, 2009 26 km SE of M?khjan, India M4.4 78 km
Aug 20, 2007 22 km ESE of M?khjan, India M4.4 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Tauktae (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 171 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 103 km
2019 Kyaar:kyarr Category 1 286 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.0 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 77°F (25°C) 0.2 in
April 80°F (27°C) 1.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 10.3 in
July 72°F (22°C) 32.4 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 18.8 in
September 72°F (22°C) 8.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.5 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Medha has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 69°F in December to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (32.4") and February the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Medha

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Satara drama, infotainment MP3 84 kbps

Museums in Medha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum
Hollywood Wax Museum
MInarals
Shivaji Museum Satara

Farmers Markets in Medha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Panchgani Market

Stadiums & Teams in Medha

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Medha

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karad Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Medha

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shri Meruling Temple complex

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 Medha

What is the population of Medha?

Medha has a population of 4,678 residents and is located in India. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 491.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Medha expensive to live in?

The median household income is $4,000, 95% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $35,000 (88% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $90 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Medha?

Medha has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.6 inches.

How is the job market in Medha?

Medha has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $71. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Medha?

The median home value in Medha is $35,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $90.

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