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Pelāwāl, India

Jharkhand · India

Pelāwāl is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 14,848. Elevation: 2,031 ft (619 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
14,848 Population 101/sq mi density
2,031 ft Elevation 619 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
48.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population14,848
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density101/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units5,939
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation2,031 ft (619 m)
Population14,848
Population Density101 / sq mi
Elevation2,031 ft (619 m)
Coordinates24.0158°, 85.3379°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation48.3 inches (1,226 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Pelāwāl

Pelāwāl is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 14,848. The city sits at an elevation of 2,031 feet (619 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pelāwāl has a population of 14,848 with a density of 101 people per square mile, spread across 146.8 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,848
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
146.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pelāwāl vs India Average

The median household income in Pelāwāl is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 267 business establishments.

Income: Pelāwāl vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)267

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pelāwāl is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,939 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,939

Property Tax

Climate in Pelāwāl

Pelāwāl has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (14.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1342 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.7°C / 58°F 4.1° / 26.1° 9.6
Feb 18.2°C / 65°F 6.2° / 31.4° 18.8
Mar 23.9°C / 75°F 12° / 36.9° 29.2
Apr 29.8°C / 86°F 18.2° / 41.9° 22.5
May 31.5°C / 89°F 21.2° / 43.8° 87.6
Jun 31.6°C / 89°F 24° / 42.1° 172.1
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 23.9° / 34.9° 264.7
Aug 27.1°C / 81°F 23.2° / 32.6° 312.4
Sep 26.4°C / 79°F 21.9° / 31.9° 293.4
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 15.6° / 30.4° 109.9
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 10.5° / 27.5° 7.5
Dec 15.4°C / 60°F 4.7° / 25.4° 14.7
Pelāwāl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,031 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.2°F
39% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,031 ft (619 m)
Area146.8 sq mi (380.1 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates24.0158°N, 85.3379°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.3"
27% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.32"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 137 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
May 89°F (31°C) 1.6 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 7.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 12.2 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.3 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in
November 67°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (16°C) 0.2 in Driest

Pelāwāl has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 61°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.3") and December the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Pelāwāl

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bharti Library0.0
Destiny Line Library0.0
Vision Library0.0

Clinics in Pelāwāl

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lucky Health Clinic

Train Stations in Pelāwāl

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kansar Nawadah
Kathautia
Katkamsandi

Stadiums & Teams in Pelāwāl

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pelāwāl

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Gaya AirportGAYMedium Airport

Treatment Centers in Pelāwāl

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Shree Ramakrishna Shanti Ashram

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 Pelāwāl

What is the population of Pelāwāl?

Pelāwāl has a population of 14,848 residents and is located in India. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 146.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pelāwāl expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 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 Pelāwāl?

Pelāwāl has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.

How is the job market in Pelāwāl?

The unemployment rate in Pelāwāl is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 267 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pelāwāl?

The median home value in Pelāwāl is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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