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Salakati, India

Assam · India

Salakati is a small town in Assam, India with a population of 4,863. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,863 Population 10/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
125.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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About Salakati

Salakati, is a census town in Kokrajhar district in the Indian state of Assam. Salakati is 14km away in the north east direction from Kokrajhar.The town has a railway junction.

People

Population4,863
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units1,945
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain125.9 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population4,863
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates26.4442°, 90.3641°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation125.9 inches (3,199 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Salakati

Salakati is a small town in India (Assam) with a population of 4,863. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 125.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Salakati has a population of 4,863 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 478.4 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,863
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
478.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Salakati vs India Average

The median household income in Salakati is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Salakati vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Salakati is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,945 total housing units in the city. 30.6% 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$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,945

Property Tax

Salakati has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 125.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area478.4 sq mi (1,239.0 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates26.4442°N, 90.3641°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 125.9"
231% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 30.16"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

108 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 20, 2025.

Sep 21, 2009 11 km W of Trashigang, Bhutan M6.1 145 km
Feb 23, 2006 23 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.8 143 km
Mar 25, 2003 14 km SSE of Ha, Bhutan M5.5 137 km
Dec 31, 2009 4 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.5 150 km
Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 54 km
Jul 8, 1998 21 km WNW of Mongar, Bhutan M5.2 118 km
Feb 23, 2006 14 km ENE of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.2 134 km
Aug 18, 1998 22 km E of Jakar, Bhutan M5.2 138 km
Jun 28, 2015 18 km N of B?sugaon, India M5.1 22 km
Oct 29, 2009 15 km WSW of Trashigang, Bhutan M5.1 139 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 78 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 44 km
Jul 18, 1997 28 km E of Samdrup Jongkhar, Bhutan M5.0 148 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 62 km
Feb 2, 1991 3 km NE of Nongstoin, India M4.9 137 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 26 km
Oct 29, 2009 13 km NNE of Goshaingaon, India M4.8 36 km
Jul 10, 2012 15 km S of Shemgang, Bhutan M4.7 76 km
Dec 4, 2013 12 km NNE of Al?pur Du?r, India M4.7 81 km
Mar 1, 2012 19 km N of Mongar, Bhutan M4.6 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.5 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 7.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 20.2 in
June 82°F (28°C) 30.2 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 26.9 in
August 83°F (29°C) 18.1 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 13.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 6.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.5 in
December 67°F (20°C) 0.2 in Driest

Salakati has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 65°F in January to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 126.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (30.2") and December the driest (0.2").

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Clinics in Salakati

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Dispensary, Nayekgaon
State Dispensary, Salakati

Train Stations in Salakati

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Salakati

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Airports Near Salakati

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gelephu AirportGLUMedium Airport
Rupsi AirportRUPSmall 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 Salakati

What is the population of Salakati?

Salakati has a population of 4,863 residents and is located in India. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 478.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Salakati expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Salakati?

Salakati has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 125.9 inches.

How is the job market in Salakati?

The unemployment rate in Salakati is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 88 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Salakati?

The median home value in Salakati is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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