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Rāiganj, India

West Bengal · India

Rāiganj is a large city in West Bengal, India with a population of 170,252. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
170,252 Population 12,075/sq mi density
125 ft Elevation 38 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
60.5 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

Population170,252
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density12,075/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 Units68,101
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain60.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Population170,252
Population Density12,075 / sq mi
Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Coordinates25.6128°, 88.1245°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation60.5 inches (1,536 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Rāiganj

Rāiganj is a large city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 170,252. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 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 60.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Rāiganj has a population of 170,252 with a density of 12,075 people per square mile, spread across 14.1 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

170,252
Total Population
12,075
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
14.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rāiganj vs India Average

The median household income in Rāiganj 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 8 business establishments.

Income: Rāiganj 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)8

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare5
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rāiganj 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 68,101 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 Units68,101

Property Tax

Climate in Rāiganj

Rāiganj has an average annual temperature of 25.2°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (31.1°C), the coldest is Jan (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1808 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16°C / 61°F 6.4° / 26.2° 5.6
Feb 19.5°C / 67°F 7.6° / 32.2° 16.4
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 13.2° / 38.1° 37.1
Apr 30.3°C / 87°F 19.3° / 42.5° 53.2
May 31.1°C / 88°F 22.5° / 41.7° 205.4
Jun 30.6°C / 87°F 25.5° / 38.7° 301.0
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 25.6° / 34.6° 377.9
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 24.9° / 34.2° 312.0
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 24° / 33.5° 362.0
Oct 25.8°C / 78°F 18.1° / 32.1° 133.2
Nov 21°C / 70°F 12.2° / 28.9° 0.7
Dec 16.7°C / 62°F 6.6° / 25.9° 3.9
Rāiganj 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 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.2°F
43% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area14.1 sq mi (36.5 km²)
Population Density12,075/sq mi
Coordinates25.6128°N, 88.1245°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.5"
59% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.82"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 12, 2023.

Apr 27, 2015 13 km ESE of Il?m, Nepal M5.1 139 km
Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 70 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 63 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 88 km
Jan 3, 1996 30 km SE of Badarganj, Bangladesh M4.7 114 km
Feb 12, 1998 10 km ESE of Bhadrapur, Nepal M4.6 101 km
Jun 20, 2002 8 km NNE of Saidpur, Bangladesh M4.5 85 km
Sep 27, 2001 31 km E of Dhar?n, Nepal M4.3 144 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 141 km
Aug 28, 2015 20 km SW of Chilm?ri, Bangladesh M4.2 141 km
Feb 19, 2013 27 km N of Joypur H?t, Bangladesh M4.1 96 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 86 km
Apr 6, 2021 15 km E of Odl?b?ri, India M3.9 149 km
Jan 16, 1994 India-Bangladesh border region M3.9 133 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 1 255 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in
May 84°F (29°C) 4.2 in
June 85°F (29°C) 11.9 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 13.8 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 13.0 in
September 84°F (29°C) 10.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Rāiganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 60.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.8") and December the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Rāiganj

Institution Type Founded Website
Kaliyaganj Sarala Sundari School University
Kaliyaganj Technical College College
Tarangapur Nanda Kumar High School University
Tarangapur Teachers Training College(D.EL.ED) University

Schools in Rāiganj

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Raiganj Coronation High School
Raiganj Coronation High School
Raiganj Girls' High School
Morning girls
Debinagar Gayalal Ramhari Uchcha Vidhyalay
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Museums in Rāiganj

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Uttar Dinajpur District Museum

Libraries in Rāiganj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Government District Library Uttar Dinajpur0.0

Farmers Markets in Rāiganj

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dhankail Haat
Mahendraganj Bazar
SA Khaleque Market এসএ খালেক বাজার
Somobai Super Market
Tarangapur Haat

Hotels in Rāiganj

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mamta's hotel
Raiganj Tourist Lodge
Surja Laxmi hotel

Clinics in Rāiganj

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Ayurvedic Dispensary, Shurun
Sudha Nursing Home
Upasam Nursing Home(P) Ltd.

Train Stations in Rāiganj

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bamangram
Jhitkia
Kachna
Raiganj

Bus Stations in Rāiganj

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Public Bus Station

Stadiums & Teams in Rāiganj

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rāiganj

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Balurghat AirportRGHSmall Airport
Kishanganj AirportSmall Airport
Malda AirportLDASmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport
Thakurgaon AirportTKRSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rāiganj

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Adi Durga Temple
Adi Kali bari
Hori Basor Asrom
Kali Mandir
kali mondire
kali mondire
manasha Mandir
Nakhoda Jame Masjid
radha krishna temple
shani mondir
shiv bari
Shiva Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Rāiganj

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 7
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 2
Hotels 3
Parks 32

🇮🇳 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 Rāiganj

What is the population of Rāiganj?

Rāiganj has a population of 170,252 residents and is located in India. The population density is 12,075 people per square mile, spread across 14.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rāiganj 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 Rāiganj?

Rāiganj 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 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.5 inches.

How is the job market in Rāiganj?

The unemployment rate in Rāiganj 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 8 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rāiganj?

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

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