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Roorkee, India

Uttarakhand · India

Roorkee is a large city in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 103,894. Elevation: 879 ft (268 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
103,894 Population 33,193/sq mi density
879 ft Elevation 268 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
47.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$2,500 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population103,894
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density33,193/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,500
Per Capita$2,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units41,558
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Population103,894
Population Density33,193 / sq mi
Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Coordinates29.8663°, 77.8912°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,195 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,500
Median Age28.0 years

About Roorkee

Roorkee is a large city in India (Uttarakhand) with a population of 103,894. The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet (268 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Roorkee has a population of 103,894 with a density of 33,193 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

103,894
Total Population
33,193
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below India avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Roorkee vs India Average

The median household income in Roorkee is $2,500, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $50, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 58 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.

Income: Roorkee vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,500
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,600
Avg Weekly Wage$50

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare47
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Roorkee is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 41,558 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units41,558

Property Tax

Climate in Roorkee

Roorkee has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.3°C), the coldest is Jan (12.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1280 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.4°C / 54°F 4.8° / 22.3° 51.1
Feb 15.4°C / 60°F 5.3° / 27° 31.7
Mar 21°C / 70°F 10.2° / 34.4° 46.5
Apr 27°C / 81°F 15.6° / 39.2° 24.0
May 30.4°C / 87°F 19.4° / 42.9° 57.2
Jun 32.3°C / 90°F 22.5° / 42.7° 103.6
Jul 28.9°C / 84°F 23.2° / 37.3° 431.4
Aug 27.1°C / 81°F 22.8° / 32.3° 282.9
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 20.6° / 31.7° 195.7
Oct 22.7°C / 73°F 15.2° / 30.9° 36.0
Nov 18.3°C / 65°F 10.4° / 27.1° 6.3
Dec 13.9°C / 57°F 6° / 24.6° 13.4
Roorkee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 879 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above India avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density33,193/sq mi
Coordinates29.8663°N, 77.8912°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.1"
24% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.09"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 11, 2025.

Oct 19, 1991 32 km E of Uttark?shi, India M6.8 132 km
Mar 30, 1999 10 km WSW of P?palkoti, India M5.3 150 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 130 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 118 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 141 km
Apr 7, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 144 km
Dec 18, 1990 14 km ENE of Rudrapray?g, India M4.9 129 km
Oct 20, 1991 24 km ENE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 128 km
Apr 18, 1999 23 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 142 km
Apr 14, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 143 km
Oct 19, 1991 26 km E of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 126 km
Jun 12, 1992 10 km ESE of Pauri, India M4.8 100 km
Sep 14, 1996 11 km SE of Barkot, India M4.8 106 km
Mar 14, 1992 37 km ESE of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 126 km
Mar 26, 1996 40 km NW of P?palkoti, India M4.8 145 km
Apr 7, 1999 22 km SW of P?palkoti, India M4.7 142 km
Mar 28, 1999 14 km SW of P?palkoti, India M4.7 146 km
Jun 1, 2017 16 km NW of Kharkhauda, India M4.7 146 km
Feb 11, 2013 18 km NNE of Barkot, India M4.6 128 km
Sep 25, 1996 11 km ENE of Tehri, India M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.2 in
April 81°F (27°C) 0.3 in Driest
May 89°F (32°C) 0.8 in
June 90°F (32°C) 3.5 in Warmest
July 85°F (29°C) 14.1 in Wettest
August 83°F (29°C) 13.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
December 58°F (15°C) 0.8 in

Roorkee has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 56°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.1") and April the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Roorkee

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Himalayan Public School - - - -
Adarsh Bal Niketan School - - - -
St. Anns Senior Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Roorkee

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Roorkee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum

Libraries in Roorkee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mahatma Gandhi Central Library IIT Roorkee0.0

Farmers Markets in Roorkee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lal kurti

Restaurants in Roorkee

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alpaahar
Aroma
CBRI Canteen
Utopia

Cafes in Roorkee

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amul
Cafe Coffee Day
Green Gala Cafe
Ravindra Bhawan Canteen

Theatres in Roorkee

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OP Jain Auditorium
Rabindranath Tagore Auditorium

Clinics in Roorkee

46 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aastha Clinic
Aayush Clinic
Abhilasha Eye+ Maternity Hospital
Ahmad Clinic
Al Hijama Therapy Centre
Alok Skin Care
Anand Nursing Home
Anant Nursing Home
Arora Clinic
Asmi Diagnostic Centre
Atul Nursing Home
Batra Clinic
Bhargava Nursing Home
Bhatnagar Nursing Home
Daksh Clinic
Deep Clinic
Dev Nursing Home - Roorkee
Doctor Clinic
Dr. S.K Goel Clinic
Dr.Jama Clinic
Eye Mitra
Farookie Clinic
Gayatri Clinic
Jagdish Clinic
Janata Clinic
Kasmi Clinic
Kastoori Nursing Home, Haridwar
Lakshmi Nursing Home, Haridwar
Laser Physio Clinic
Nirogyam Clinic
Pachishiya Clinic
R.K. Clinic
S.R. Clinic
Saharan Nursing Home
Saini Clinic
Sapra Clinic
Sarthak Clinic
Sarthak Nursing Home, Haridwar
Shanta Ram E.N.T Clinic
Shifa Clinic
Shradha Clinic
Singh Multi Speciality Clinic
Skin Clinic - Dr. P. K Singh
Subhansu Clinic
Upasna Clinic
Vinay Nursing Home, Haridwar

Dentists in Roorkee

11 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aura Dental and Aesthetic Clinic
Chandra Kala Dental Care
City Dental Clinic
Crown Dental Care Centre
Janaki Dental & Implant Centre
Kaushik Dental Clinic
Pari Dental Clinic
Phemli Dental Care
Sai Raj Dental Clinic
Samvedna Dental Clinic
Sanskar Dental Care

Train Stations in Roorkee

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chodiala
Dhandera
Iqbalpur
Roorkee

Bus Stations in Roorkee

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Roorkee Roadways Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Roorkee

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP
IN #1222179919
IN #1222475967
IN #6297935385
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil
Indian Oil

Banks in Roorkee

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Baroda
Punjab National Bank
State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Roorkee

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Roorkee

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dehradun Jolly Grant AirportDEDMedium Airport
Maa Ganga Airport Uttarkashi-Small Airport
Sarsawa Air Force StationSWNSmall Airport

Post Offices in Roorkee

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office IITR

Churches & Religious Organizations in Roorkee

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Ganesh chowk mandir
IIT Roorkee Masjid
Jai Maa Santoshi Temple
Prachin Ma Kali Mandir
Sai Temple
Saraswati Mandir
Shri Durga Mandir
Shri Siddheshwar Mahadev Nav Durga Temple
Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Roorkee

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 38
Pharmacies 9
Restaurants 4
Cafes 4
Banks 3
Parks 12
Places of Worship 4

🇮🇳 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 Roorkee

What is the population of Roorkee?

Roorkee has a population of 103,894 residents and is located in India. The population density is 33,193 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Roorkee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,500, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% 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 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Roorkee?

Roorkee has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.

How is the job market in Roorkee?

The unemployment rate in Roorkee is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $50. There are 58 business establishments in the area, including 4 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Roorkee?

The median home value in Roorkee is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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