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Pālghar, India

Maharashtra · India

Pālghar is a mid-size city in Maharashtra, India with a population of 72,335. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
72,335 Population 2,927/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
77.4 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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Full City Profile

People

Population72,335
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density2,927/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

D
Home Value$35,000
Rent$90
Housing Units28,934
Rent Burden27.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain77.4 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population72,335
Population Density2,927 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates19.6969°, 72.7654°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMaharashtra
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation77.4 inches (1,967 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$4,000
Median Age30.0 years

About Pālghar

Pālghar is a mid-size city in India (Maharashtra) with a population of 72,335. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pālghar has a population of 72,335 with a density of 2,927 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

72,335
Total Population
2,927
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
24.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pālghar vs India Average

The median household income in Pālghar 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 15 business establishments, including 2 restaurants.

Income: Pālghar vs India

Commute Mode

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)15

Business (County)

Restaurants2
Healthcare12
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pālghar 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 28,934 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 Units28,934

Property Tax

Climate in Pālghar

Pālghar has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is May (29.6°C), the coldest is Jan (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2267 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.8°C / 75°F 19.4° / 28.5° 2.1
Feb 24.7°C / 76°F 20.2° / 30.5° 1.1
Mar 26.6°C / 80°F 23.1° / 32.4° 6.6
Apr 28.6°C / 84°F 25.3° / 32.6° 7.3
May 29.6°C / 85°F 27.4° / 32.8° 49.0
Jun 29.5°C / 85°F 27.7° / 31° 328.6
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 27.2° / 29.6° 799.0
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 26.8° / 29.1° 482.9
Sep 28°C / 82°F 26.7° / 29.3° 429.5
Oct 28.3°C / 83°F 24.4° / 31.1° 124.9
Nov 26.8°C / 80°F 21.7° / 30.6° 20.1
Dec 25.3°C / 78°F 20.5° / 29.3° 16.2
Pālghar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 77.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above India avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area24.7 sq mi (64.0 km²)
Population Density2,927/sq mi
Coordinates19.6969°N, 72.7654°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 77.4"
104% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 30.35"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 24, 2019.

Jul 24, 2019 25 km WSW of Shirgaon, India M4.1 30 km
Mar 1, 2019 11 km WSW of Silvassa, India M4.0 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Tauktae Category 4 140 km
2020 Nisarga Category 2 118 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 230 km
1982 Unnamed Category 2 234 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.1 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 15.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 30.4 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 16.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 11.0 in
October 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
November 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.0 in

Pālghar has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 73°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (30.4") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Pālghar

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
School for ear-disabled - - - -
SCS&JC GROUND - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Pālghar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vegetables
Vegetables
Wednesday market
Wednesday market

Restaurants in Pālghar

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Lokmanya
Rasraj Restaurent Pure Veg

Clinics in Pālghar

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. J M Gandhi Clinic
Dr. Koti's Prashanu Maternity & Dental Clinic
Gauri Eye and Skin Care Centre Clinic
Palghar Nursing Home and Child Health Care Centre

Dentists in Pālghar

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mukta Multispeciality Dental Clinic & Implant Centre

Train Stations in Pālghar

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palghar

Gas Stations in Pālghar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
Bharat Petroleum

Banks in Pālghar

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canara Bank

Shopping Malls in Pālghar

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jio Mart

Stadiums & Teams in Pālghar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pālghar

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International AirportBOMLarge Airport
Navi Mumbai International AirportNMILarge Airport
Daman AirportNMBMedium Airport
Juhu Aerodrome-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Pālghar

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Shreepal Netralaya
Swati's Womens Health Care Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pālghar

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ram Mandir
Waghoba Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Pālghar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 12
Restaurants 2
Banks 1
Parks 4
Police Stations 2

Things to See Near Pālghar

10 places within 15 km

🏖️ Beaches (2)
  • • Nandagaon Beach
  • • Shirgoan beach
🛡️ Forts (6)
  • • Asaavagad Fort
  • • Bhavangad Fort
  • • Kaldurg Fort
  • • Kelve Fort
  • • Kelve Pankot Fort
  • + 1 more
🏛️ Ruins (2)
  • • Old Kelve Station
  • • Shirgaon Fort

🇮🇳 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 Pālghar

What is the population of Pālghar?

Pālghar has a population of 72,335 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,927 people per square mile, spread across 24.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pālghar 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 Pālghar?

Pālghar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.4 inches.

How is the job market in Pālghar?

Pālghar 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 15 business establishments in the area, including 2 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Pālghar?

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

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