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Sāhibganj, India

Bihar · India

Sāhibganj is a small city in Bihar, India with a population of 23,224. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

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C Fair
23,224 Population 313/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
41.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
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Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population23,224
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density313/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

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Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units9,290
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Population23,224
Population Density313 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates26.3083°, 84.9270°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,054 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Sāhibganj

Sāhibganj is a small city in India (Bihar) with a population of 23,224. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sāhibganj has a population of 23,224 with a density of 313 people per square mile, spread across 74.1 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,224
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
74.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sāhibganj vs India Average

The median household income in Sāhibganj is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 418 business establishments.

Income: Sāhibganj vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)418

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sāhibganj is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 9,290 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units9,290

Property Tax

Climate in Sāhibganj

Sāhibganj has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (33.5°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1276 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 5.6° / 27.5° 5.2
Feb 19°C / 66°F 7.5° / 32.4° 18.2
Mar 25.4°C / 78°F 12.4° / 39° 19.6
Apr 31.2°C / 88°F 18.5° / 43.5° 24.2
May 32.7°C / 91°F 22.3° / 44° 108.9
Jun 33.5°C / 92°F 26.1° / 43.6° 189.3
Jul 30.1°C / 86°F 25.8° / 36.8° 345.9
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 25° / 34.8° 284.0
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 23.2° / 34.2° 210.5
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.3° / 32.5° 60.9
Nov 21°C / 70°F 11.9° / 30.3° 0.7
Dec 16.6°C / 62°F 6° / 27.7° 8.8
Sāhibganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area74.1 sq mi (191.9 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates26.3083°N, 84.9270°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.42"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.4 on May 27, 2015.

May 20, 2015 11 km S of Hetauda, Nepal M4.6 114 km
Jul 9, 1993 15 km NE of Janakpur, Nepal M4.6 126 km
May 27, 2015 31 km W of Hetauda, Nepal M4.4 124 km
May 12, 2015 16 km SW of Kirtipur, Nepal M4.3 144 km
Apr 26, 2015 13 km SSE of Panauti, Nepal M4.3 144 km
May 10, 2015 Nepal M4.3 143 km
Apr 26, 2015 34 km N of Janakpur, Nepal M4.3 133 km
May 16, 1998 15 km SSW of Sagauli, India M4.2 45 km
May 16, 2015 14 km ENE of Hetauda, Nepal M4.2 132 km
May 27, 2015 38 km ENE of R?mnagar, India M4.0 116 km
May 2, 2015 15 km ESE of Hetauda, Nepal M4.0 122 km
Jul 2, 2002 10 km N of Bettiah, India M3.9 77 km
May 26, 2015 14 km SSE of Hetauda, Nepal M3.7 112 km
May 6, 2015 14 km SW of Kirtipur, Nepal M3.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.4 in
May 87°F (31°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 6.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 10.7 in
August 84°F (29°C) 11.4 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 7.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Sāhibganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 60°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Train Stations in Sāhibganj

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deoria
Rajapatti
Sahebganj

Airports Near Sāhibganj

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jay Prakash Narayan AirportPATMedium Airport
Muzaffarpur AirportMZUMedium Airport
Bihta Air Force StationSmall Airport
Raxaul 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 Sāhibganj

What is the population of Sāhibganj?

Sāhibganj has a population of 23,224 residents and is located in India. The population density is 313 people per square mile, spread across 74.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sāhibganj expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sāhibganj?

Sāhibganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.

How is the job market in Sāhibganj?

The unemployment rate in Sāhibganj is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 418 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sāhibganj?

The median home value in Sāhibganj is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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