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Nalhāti, India

West Bengal · India

Nalhāti is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 25,878. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
25,878 Population 8,541/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
54.4 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

Population25,878
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density8,541/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 Units10,351
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population25,878
Population Density8,541 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates24.2970°, 87.8290°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation54.4 inches (1,382 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Nalhāti

Nalhāti is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 25,878. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Nalhāti has a population of 25,878 with a density of 8,541 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

25,878
Total Population
8,541
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nalhāti vs India Average

The median household income in Nalhāti 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 466 business establishments.

Income: Nalhāti 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)466

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nalhāti 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 10,351 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 Units10,351

Property Tax

Climate in Nalhāti

Nalhāti has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (16.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1377 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.9°C / 62°F 7.1° / 27.5° 12.8
Feb 20.6°C / 69°F 8.6° / 33.3° 17.7
Mar 26.7°C / 80°F 14.8° / 39.2° 27.9
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 20.3° / 43.6° 40.6
May 31.8°C / 89°F 23.6° / 42.6° 181.1
Jun 31.3°C / 88°F 26° / 41° 194.3
Jul 29.7°C / 86°F 25.6° / 35.5° 247.4
Aug 29°C / 84°F 25.1° / 34.6° 222.8
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 24.3° / 33.6° 277.1
Oct 26.3°C / 79°F 18.5° / 32.1° 142.5
Nov 21.6°C / 71°F 13° / 29.2° 4.1
Dec 17.5°C / 63°F 7.1° / 26.4° 9.3
Nalhāti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.0°F
46% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density8,541/sq mi
Coordinates24.2970°N, 87.8290°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.4"
43% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.21"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 132 km
Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 129 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 131 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 129 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 121 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 67 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 157 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 238 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in
April 87°F (30°C) 1.0 in
May 88°F (31°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 87°F (30°C) 8.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 14.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 12.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 9.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 4.7 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Nalhāti has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 65°F in January to 88°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.2") and December the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Nalhāti

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bazzar
Chicken and Goat Meat Marketplace
Mianpur Vegetable Marketplace
Raghunathganj bazzar

Clinics in Nalhāti

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jyoti Nursing Home - Rsby
PHC, Chatra

Train Stations in Nalhāti

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chatra
Lohapur
Murarai
Nalhati Junction
Takipur

Gas Stations in Nalhāti

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #9789211896
IN #9789213966

Airports Near Nalhāti

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kazi Nazrul Islam AirportRDPMedium Airport
Durgapur Steel Plant AirportSmall Airport
Malda AirportLDASmall Airport
Sido Kanhu AirportSmall Airport
Surichua Air BaseSmall Airport

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 Nalhāti

What is the population of Nalhāti?

Nalhāti has a population of 25,878 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8,541 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nalhāti 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 Nalhāti?

Nalhāti has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.

How is the job market in Nalhāti?

The unemployment rate in Nalhāti 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 466 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nalhāti?

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

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