Choose Country

Rānikhet, India

Uttarakhand · 🇮🇳 India

Rānikhet is a small city in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 19,873. Elevation: 5,919 ft (1,804 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
19,873 Population 2,366/sq mi density
5,919 ft Elevation 1,804 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
71.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population19,873
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density2,366/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation5,919 ft (1,804 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population19,873
Population Density2,366 / sq mi
Elevation5,919 ft (1,804 m)
Coordinates29.6408°, 79.4323°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation71.5 inches (1,815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Rānikhet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rānikhet receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Rānikhet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Rānikhet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Rānikhet has a population of 19,873 with a density of 2,366 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,873
Total Population
2,366
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rānikhet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rānikhet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rānikhet is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Rānikhet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Rānikhet, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Rānikhet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Rānikhet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,919 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.5 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation5,919 ft (1,804 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.8 km²)
Population Density2,366/sq mi
Coordinates29.6408°N, 79.4323°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
April 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
June 76°F (24°C) 8.7 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 20.2 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 16.4 in
September 71°F (21°C) 9.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
November 58°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in

Rānikhet has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 50°F in January to 76°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 71.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.2") and November the driest (0.4").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,366/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rānikhet

What is the population of Rānikhet?

Rānikhet has a population of 19,873 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,366 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Rānikhet expensive to live in?

Rānikhet is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Rānikhet?

Rānikhet enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Rānikhet?

Rānikhet has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Rānikhet?

34.4% of adults in Rānikhet hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Rānikhet?

The obesity rate in Rānikhet is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Dwārāhāt 2,443 pop · 9.5 mi Almora 32,442 pop · 14.0 mi Naini Tāl 42,309 pop · 16.8 mi Bhowali 5,685 pop · 17.9 mi Bhīm Tāl 6,625 pop · 21.9 mi Bāgeshwar 8,708 pop · 24.5 mi Rāmnagar 51,244 pop · 25.1 mi Kālādhūngi 6,763 pop · 25.2 mi Haldwani 139,497 pop · 29.5 mi Bāzpur 23,900 pop · 38.9 mi Kālāgarh Project Colony 13,298 pop · 40.5 mi Kashipur 103,138 pop · 41.1 mi Lohaghāt 6,758 pop · 42.8 mi Jaspur 42,524 pop · 44.1 mi
Compare Rānikhet with another city: