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Raigarh, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Raigarh is a large city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 150,019. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
150,019 Population 33,044/sq mi density
735 ft Elevation 224 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population150,019
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density33,044/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units60,008
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Population150,019
Population Density33,044 / sq mi
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Coordinates21.8976°, 83.3966°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,364 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Raigarh

Raigarh is a large city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 150,019. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet (224 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Raigarh has a population of 150,019 with a density of 33,044 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

150,019
Total Population
33,044
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Raigarh vs India Average

The median household income in Raigarh is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 26 business establishments.

Income: Raigarh vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)26

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare25
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Raigarh is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 60,008 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units60,008

Property Tax

Climate in Raigarh

Raigarh has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (34.1°C), the coldest is Jan (17.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.2°C / 63°F 5.5° / 26.8° 15.9
Feb 20.5°C / 69°F 7.7° / 32.6° 23.8
Mar 26.5°C / 80°F 14.3° / 39° 35.0
Apr 32°C / 90°F 20.3° / 43.7° 23.2
May 34.1°C / 93°F 23.2° / 44.6° 53.9
Jun 32.2°C / 90°F 24.3° / 43.8° 199.3
Jul 28°C / 82°F 23.8° / 33.8° 323.2
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23.1° / 32.2° 394.7
Sep 26.8°C / 80°F 22.6° / 32° 265.3
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 16.2° / 30.8° 59.0
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 11.6° / 28.5° 5.5
Dec 17.8°C / 64°F 6.2° / 26.4° 17.9
Raigarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (20°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.5°F
49% above India avg
January Average69°F (20°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density33,044/sq mi
Coordinates21.8976°N, 83.3966°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.87"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 67 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 123 km
Oct 10, 2000 26 km SE of Baikunthpur, India M4.5 148 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 1 248 km
2013 Phailin Category 3 202 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 190 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
February 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.4 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.6 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 7.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 15.0 in
September 80°F (27°C) 10.4 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Driest
December 69°F (20°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Raigarh has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and November the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Raigarh

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Badal MP3
Radio Dhoom (US) music AAC+ 128 kbps

Hotels in Raigarh

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Trinity Grand

Clinics in Raigarh

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DR NAVAL PATEL AURA SKIN CLINIC
Dr. Shrivastava's Clinic
Ganga Nursing Home, Raigarh
Niruj Multispeciality Clinic
Sanjivani Nursing Home, Raigarh
Siddhivinayak skin maternity clinic
Suryoday Clinic

Dentists in Raigarh

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anand Dental Clinic
City Dental Care
Jaiswal Dental Care and Implant Centre
Raigarh Dental Care
Rama Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Raigarh

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jamga
Kotarlia
Raigarh

Airports Near Raigarh

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hirakud AirportSmall Airport
Jharsuguda AirportJRGSmall Airport
Korba AirportSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Raigarh

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 25
Hotels 1

🇮🇳 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 Raigarh

What is the population of Raigarh?

Raigarh has a population of 150,019 residents and is located in India. The population density is 33,044 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Raigarh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Raigarh?

Raigarh has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.

How is the job market in Raigarh?

Raigarh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 26 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Raigarh?

The median home value in Raigarh is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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