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Sasarām, India

Bihar · India

Sasarām is a large city in Bihar, India with a population of 147,408. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
147,408 Population 511/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
41.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population147,408
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density511/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units58,963
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population147,408
Population Density511 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates24.9494°, 84.0165°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,053 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Sasarām

Sasarām is a large city in India (Bihar) with a population of 147,408. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sasarām has a population of 147,408 with a density of 511 people per square mile, spread across 288.8 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

147,408
Total Population
511
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
288.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sasarām vs India Average

The median household income in Sasarām 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 8 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Sasarām vs India

Commute Mode

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)8

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare2
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sasarām 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 58,963 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 Units58,963

Property Tax

Climate in Sasarām

Sasarām has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.6°C), the coldest is Jan (15.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 926 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.7°C / 60°F 4.9° / 28.7° 7.3
Feb 19.8°C / 68°F 7° / 34.2° 12.9
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 12.7° / 40.2° 19.8
Apr 32.2°C / 90°F 20° / 44.4° 10.0
May 34.5°C / 94°F 23.5° / 46.5° 40.5
Jun 34.6°C / 94°F 26.2° / 44.9° 138.2
Jul 30.5°C / 87°F 25.4° / 37.8° 208.0
Aug 28.7°C / 84°F 24.5° / 34.5° 219.1
Sep 28°C / 82°F 23.2° / 33.7° 205.2
Oct 25.1°C / 77°F 16.1° / 32.1° 52.6
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 11.2° / 30.2° 2.1
Dec 16.5°C / 62°F 5.7° / 28.3° 10.1
Sasarām has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 85°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 374 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average79.3°F
47% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area288.8 sq mi (747.9 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates24.9494°N, 84.0165°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.5"
9% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.40"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 69°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.2 in
May 94°F (34°C) 0.4 in Warmest
June 91°F (33°C) 4.9 in
July 85°F (30°C) 11.9 in
August 84°F (29°C) 12.4 in Wettest
September 83°F (29°C) 8.0 in
October 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Sasarām has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 63°F in January to 94°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Sasarām

Institution Type Founded Website
Gopal Narayan Singh University University - Visit →
Jawaharlal Nehru College College - ,
Jawaharlal Nehru College College - ,
Mahila College, Dehri-On-Sone College - ,

Schools in Sasarām

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Pauls School - - - -
DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL, SASARAM - - - -
DAV PUBLIC SCHOOL, SASARAM - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sasarām

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
AIR Sasaram infotainment, local news MP3 147 kbps

Libraries in Sasarām

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Rishik Educatree0.0

Farmers Markets in Sasarām

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Shiv shakti ply glass and marvel center

Hotels in Sasarām

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Sher Shah Bihar

Restaurants in Sasarām

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Narayan Tiffin Service

Cafes in Sasarām

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

rendoz

Clinics in Sasarām

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Surya Clinic, Rohtas

Train Stations in Sasarām

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karwandia
Khurmabad
Sasaram Junction
Shiu Sagar Road

Bus Stations in Sasarām

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sasaram Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Sasarām

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Airports Near Sasarām

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andhau Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sasarām

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pink Temple
Tarachandi mandir

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Sasarām

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 2
Restaurants 1
Cafes 2
Bars 2
Hotels 1
Parks 3
Places of Worship 6

🇮🇳 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 Sasarām

What is the population of Sasarām?

Sasarām has a population of 147,408 residents and is located in India. The population density is 511 people per square mile, spread across 288.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sasarām 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 Sasarām?

Sasarām has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°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 Sasarām?

The unemployment rate in Sasarām 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 8 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Sasarām?

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

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