Rājgīr, India
Bihar · India
Rājgīr is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 41,587. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 41,587 |
| Population Density | 491 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 25.0283°, 85.4208° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Bihar |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (971 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rājgīr
Rājgīr is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 41,587. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Rājgīr
Rājgīr has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1056 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above India avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 84.7 sq mi (219.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.0283°N, 85.4208°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 88°F (31°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 89°F (32°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 9.8 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 83°F (29°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Rājgīr has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 62°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.5") and December the driest (0.1").
Museums in Rājgīr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buddhist museum | ||||
| Nalanda museum |
Libraries in Rājgīr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ignou study center | 0.0 | |||||
| Ignou study center | 0.0 |
Monuments in Rājgīr
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rājgīr
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rājgīr
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rājgīr
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rājgīr
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gaya Airport | GAY | Medium Airport |
| Jay Prakash Narayan Airport | PAT | Medium Airport |
| Bihta Air Force Station | - | Small Airport |
| Ulao Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Rājgīr
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Jaya Nursing Home, Nalanda | ||
| Satyam Nursing Home, Nalanda | ||
| Suhagi Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rājgīr
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bhagwan MuniSuvratnath temple | |
| Griddhakuta | |
| Kalandakanivapa | |
| Maniyar Math | |
| Maniyar Math Temple | |
| Panch Pahadi Toonk 2 | |
| Sattapanniguha (Saptparni) Caves | |
| Sukarakhata Cave | |
| Venuvan Japanese temple | |
| Vishwa Shanti Stupa |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rājgīr
What is the population of Rājgīr?
Rājgīr has a population of 41,587 residents and is located in India. The population density is 491 people per square mile, spread across 84.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rājgīr?
Rājgīr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.
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