Sānchi, India
Madhya Pradesh · India
Sānchi is a small city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 8,401. Elevation: 1,401 ft (427 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 8,401 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.4865°, 77.7378° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Madhya Pradesh |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sānchi
Sānchi is a small city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 8,401. The city sits at an elevation of 1,401 feet (427 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above India avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,401 ft (427 m) |
| Area | 620.1 sq mi (1,606.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.4865°N, 77.7378°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 89°F (31°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| May | 95°F (35°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 90°F (32°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 15.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in |
Sānchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 65°F in January to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.7") and April the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Sānchi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR bhopal | - | UNKNOWN |
Museums in Sānchi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanchi Museum |
Libraries in Sānchi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL LIBRARY | 0.0 |
Hotels in Sānchi
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sānchi
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sānchi
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sānchi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Raja Bhoj International Airport | BHO | Large Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sānchi
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi | Cultural | 1989 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sānchi
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Eastern Gate | |
| Gate | |
| Great Stupa | |
| Northern Gate | |
| Southern Gate | |
| Stupa 2 | |
| Stupa 3 | |
| Temple 18 | |
| Temple 31 | |
| Temple 40 | |
| Temple 7 | |
| Vihara | |
| Vihara | |
| Vihara | |
| Western Gate |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sānchi
What is the population of Sānchi?
Sānchi has a population of 8,401 residents and is located in India. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 620.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sānchi?
Sānchi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.
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