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Murlīganj, India

Bihar · India

Murlīganj is a small city in Bihar, India with a population of 28,691. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

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C Fair
28,691 Population 331/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
48.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population28,691
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density331/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units11,476
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Population28,691
Population Density331 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates25.8969°, 86.9958°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.5 inches (1,231 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Murlīganj

Murlīganj is a small city in India (Bihar) with a population of 28,691. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 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 48.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Murlīganj has a population of 28,691 with a density of 331 people per square mile, spread across 86.7 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,691
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
86.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Murlīganj vs India Average

The median household income in Murlīganj 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 516 business establishments.

Income: Murlīganj 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)516

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murlīganj 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 11,476 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 Units11,476

Property Tax

Climate in Murlīganj

Murlīganj 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
Murlīganj 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 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 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 Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area86.7 sq mi (224.5 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates25.8969°N, 86.9958°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.5"
28% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.40"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 M5.1 139 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 48 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 81 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 81 km
Jul 9, 1993 15 km NE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.6 138 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 138 km
Jun 20, 2018 17 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 129 km
Feb 28, 1998 23 km E of Dhankut?, Nepal M4.4 137 km
Aug 3, 2007 11 km WNW of Bhojpur, Nepal M4.3 145 km
Sep 27, 2001 31 km E of Dhar?n, Nepal M4.3 118 km
Aug 22, 2025 29 km N of Triyuga, Nepal M4.1 131 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 40 km
Jul 8, 2003 22 km ESE of Dhankut?, Nepal M3.9 125 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 35 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 10,600 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
April 84°F (29°C) 1.1 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 7.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
September 83°F (28°C) 8.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Murlīganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 62°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Murlīganj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
BL High School
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Radio Stations near Murlīganj

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Train Stations in Murlīganj

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharopatti Station
Deenapatti
Murliganj

Gas Stations in Murlīganj

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Banks in Murlīganj

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central Bank Of India
State Bank of India

Airports Near Murlīganj

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Biratnagar AirportBIRMedium Airport
Bhagalpur AirportSmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport
Rajbiraj AirportRJBSmall Airport
Saharsa AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Murlīganj

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Murliganj Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murlīganj

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Durga Asthan
Durga Mandir
Hanuman Mandir
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 Murlīganj

What is the population of Murlīganj?

Murlīganj has a population of 28,691 residents and is located in India. The population density is 331 people per square mile, spread across 86.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Murlīganj 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 Murlīganj?

Murlīganj 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 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.5 inches.

How is the job market in Murlīganj?

The unemployment rate in Murlīganj 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 516 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murlīganj?

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

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