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Rānāghāt, India

West Bengal · India

Rānāghāt is a mid-size city in West Bengal, India with a population of 70,984. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
70,984 Population 10,921/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
57.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population70,984
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density10,921/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units28,394
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population70,984
Population Density10,921 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates23.1762°, 88.5667°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation57.3 inches (1,455 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Rānāghāt

Rānāghāt is a mid-size city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 70,984. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Rānāghāt has a population of 70,984 with a density of 10,921 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

70,984
Total Population
10,921
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Rānāghāt vs India Average

The median household income in Rānāghāt 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 6 business establishments.

Income: Rānāghāt 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)6

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare5
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Rānāghāt 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 28,394 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 Units28,394

Property Tax

Climate in Rānāghāt

Rānāghāt has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.9°C), the coldest is Jan (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1857 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.7°C / 64°F 7.5° / 28.5° 15.9
Feb 21.6°C / 71°F 9.7° / 34.3° 37.0
Mar 27.1°C / 81°F 15.8° / 39.5° 43.3
Apr 31.9°C / 89°F 21.8° / 44.1° 48.4
May 30.9°C / 88°F 24.1° / 41.7° 252.8
Jun 29.8°C / 86°F 25.5° / 37.4° 234.6
Jul 29°C / 84°F 25.4° / 34.2° 269.4
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25.1° / 33.5° 379.7
Sep 28°C / 82°F 24.6° / 32.9° 314.5
Oct 26.6°C / 80°F 19.2° / 32.3° 193.8
Nov 22.2°C / 72°F 13.2° / 29.9° 34.6
Dec 18.2°C / 65°F 7.5° / 27.8° 33.1
Rānāghāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.1°F
46% above India avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density10,921/sq mi
Coordinates23.1762°N, 88.5667°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.3"
51% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.85"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 6, 2013.

Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 18 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 19 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 17 km
Jun 9, 2011 Bangladesh M4.4 121 km
Apr 16, 2001 16 km SSE of S?tkhira, Bangladesh M4.3 89 km
Jul 5, 2008 12 km W of R?jsh?hi, Bangladesh M4.2 135 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 23 km
Aug 5, 2006 7 km NE of Far?dpur, Bangladesh M4.2 145 km
Jun 1, 2013 22 km NE of Kultali, India M4.1 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 42 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 162 km
2019 Fani Category 2 245 km
2009 Aila Category 1 179 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 202 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 278 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 261 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 114 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in
May 87°F (31°C) 4.4 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 10.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 11.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 10.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 10.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 4.5 in
November 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Rānāghāt has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 66°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Rānāghāt

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Niharika - - - -
Kendriya Vidyalaya - - - -
Kalitala Primary School - - - -
Ramnagar Milanbagan Siksha Niketan - - - -
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Libraries in Rānāghāt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AOT Library0.0
IISER Kolkata Library0.0
Manindra, Nirmala, Jogendra, Abala Memorial Library0.0
Nabadwip Public Library0.0
Santipur Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rānāghāt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
A-block market
Annapurna Daily Mart
Bhagirathi Bazar
Bot Tala Bazar
Chaitanya More
Charichara Bazar
Choto Bazar
Coopers Camp Market
Daily Market
Duttapulia Bazar
Gopalnagar
Nagarukhra Regulated Market
Notun Bazar
Notun Bazar
Notun Bazar
Radha Bazar

Cafes in Rānāghāt

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

cafe soham's

Clinics in Rānāghāt

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anju Eye Nursing Home
Central Nursing Home, Ranaghat
Life Nursing Home

Train Stations in Rānāghāt

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balagarh
Birnagar
Habibpur
Payradanga Rail Station
Ranaghat Junction
Taherpur

Stadiums & Teams in Rānāghāt

TeamLeagueDivision
KALYANI CENTRAL STADIUM

Airports Near Rānāghāt

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International AirportCCULarge Airport
Jessore AirportJSRMedium Airport
Barrackpore Air Force Station-Small Airport
Behala Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Rānāghāt

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Apollo Nursing Home
Ceragem Physiotherapy center
Divine Care
Mediview Diagnostic Services Pvt. Ltd.
Night Angel Nursing Home
Welcare Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rānāghāt

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baroari Puja mondop
sani Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Rānāghāt

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 5
Banks 1
Parks 6
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 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 Rānāghāt

What is the population of Rānāghāt?

Rānāghāt has a population of 70,984 residents and is located in India. The population density is 10,921 people per square mile, spread across 6.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Rānāghāt 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 Rānāghāt?

Rānāghāt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.3 inches.

How is the job market in Rānāghāt?

The unemployment rate in Rānāghāt 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 6 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rānāghāt?

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

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