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Rājmahal, India

Jharkhand · India

Rājmahal is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 22,514. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
22,514 Population 85/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
50.3 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

Population22,514
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density85/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units9,006
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population22,514
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates25.0530°, 87.8305°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation50.3 inches (1,277 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Rājmahal

Rājmahal is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 22,514. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Rājmahal has a population of 22,514 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 265.2 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,514
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
265.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rājmahal vs India Average

The median household income in Rājmahal 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 405 business establishments.

Income: Rājmahal vs India

Commute Mode

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)405

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rājmahal 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 9,006 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 Units9,006

Property Tax

Climate in Rājmahal

Rājmahal has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (31.6°C), the coldest is Jan (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1513 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.5°C / 62°F 6.8° / 26.7° 9.5
Feb 20.1°C / 68°F 8.2° / 32.7° 17.0
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 14.1° / 38.8° 28.6
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 20.1° / 43.1° 45.4
May 31.6°C / 89°F 23.4° / 42.4° 190.2
Jun 31.1°C / 88°F 26° / 39.9° 224.6
Jul 29.6°C / 85°F 25.6° / 35.2° 293.6
Aug 29°C / 84°F 25° / 34.6° 248.1
Sep 28.3°C / 83°F 24.3° / 33.5° 309.4
Oct 26.1°C / 79°F 18.1° / 32.2° 139.4
Nov 21.3°C / 70°F 12.6° / 29° 1.5
Dec 17.1°C / 63°F 6.9° / 26.1° 5.6
Rājmahal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area265.2 sq mi (686.9 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates25.0530°N, 87.8305°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.3"
32% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.72"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 96 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 115 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 97 km
Jun 20, 2002 8 km NNE of Saidpur, Bangladesh M4.5 141 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 99 km
Feb 19, 2013 27 km N of Joypur H?t, Bangladesh M4.1 125 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 115 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 215 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 287 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in Warmest
June 85°F (29°C) 8.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.7 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 10.9 in
September 83°F (29°C) 8.7 in
October 80°F (27°C) 3.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Rājmahal has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 63°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (0.0").

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Clinics in Rājmahal

6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Azharul Islam Clinic
Dr. Gufran's Clinic
Dr. Raj Kumar Eye Care Centre
Fracture Clinic
MMRI Nursing Home
Razia Clinic

Train Stations in Rājmahal

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Karanpurato
Rajmahal
Taljhari

Airports Near Rājmahal

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Malda AirportLDASmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport

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 Rājmahal

What is the population of Rājmahal?

Rājmahal has a population of 22,514 residents and is located in India. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 265.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rājmahal 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 Rājmahal?

Rājmahal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches.

How is the job market in Rājmahal?

The unemployment rate in Rājmahal 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 405 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rājmahal?

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

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