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Saraipali, India

Chhattisgarh · India

Saraipali is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 20,043. Elevation: 889 ft (271 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,043 Population 45/sq mi density
889 ft Elevation 271 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$8,500 home value, $28/mo rent

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About Saraipali

Saraipali is a town in Mahasamund district in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh. First chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, Ravishankar Shukla was elected from here.

People

Population20,043
Median Age24.5 yrs
Density45/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty28.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$8,500
Rent$28
Housing Units8,017
Rent Burden30.7%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Population20,043
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Coordinates21.3153°, 83.0063°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceChhattisgarh
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age24.5 years

About Saraipali

Saraipali is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 20,043. The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet (271 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Saraipali has a population of 20,043 with a density of 45 people per square mile, spread across 440.6 square miles. The median age is 24.5 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,043
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
24.5yrs
Median Age
37% below India avg
440.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saraipali vs India Average

The median household income in Saraipali is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 361 business establishments.

Income: Saraipali vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.5%
130% above India avg
Establishments (County)361

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saraipali is $8,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,017 total housing units in the city. 30.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,017

Property Tax

Climate in Saraipali

Saraipali has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1403 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.5°C / 63°F 5.3° / 27.5° 12.9
Feb 20.8°C / 69°F 7.5° / 33.3° 22.1
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 14.1° / 39.4° 31.4
Apr 32.3°C / 90°F 20.3° / 43.9° 21.6
May 34.2°C / 94°F 23.2° / 44.7° 50.7
Jun 32.3°C / 90°F 24.3° / 43.6° 182.3
Jul 28°C / 82°F 23.7° / 33.7° 346.8
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23° / 32° 389.3
Sep 26.8°C / 80°F 22.4° / 31.7° 268.7
Oct 24.9°C / 77°F 16.2° / 30.8° 52.8
Nov 20.9°C / 70°F 11.3° / 28.6° 5.9
Dec 18°C / 64°F 6.1° / 26.7° 18.4
Saraipali has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 889 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average80.7°F
49% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation889 ft (271 m)
Area440.6 sq mi (1,141.1 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates21.3153°N, 83.0063°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
40% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.35"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 12, 2001.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 140 km
Feb 12, 1996 36 km NE of Korba, India M4.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Titli (2018).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Titli Category 3 198 km
2014 Hudhud Category 1 274 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 186 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 195 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 219 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.7 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.9 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.8 in
May 96°F (35°C) 0.9 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 7.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 15.4 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 14.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 9.3 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
November 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Saraipali has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 69°F in December to 96°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and December the driest (0.2").

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Airports Near Saraipali

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nawapara AirportSmall Airport
Raigarh Airport (JSPL)Small Airport

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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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saraipali

What is the population of Saraipali?

Saraipali has a population of 20,043 residents and is located in India. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 440.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saraipali expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Saraipali?

Saraipali has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.

How is the job market in Saraipali?

Saraipali has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 361 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saraipali?

The median home value in Saraipali is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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