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Satakha, India

Nagaland · India

Satakha is a small town in Nagaland, India with a population of 4,964. Elevation: 5,033 ft (1,534 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,964 Population 58/sq mi density
5,033 ft Elevation 1,534 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
74.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,700 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,700 median income, 12.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Satakha

Satakha

Satakha is a town and a town area committee in Zunheboto district in the state of Nagaland, India.
It is a sub division and administration is headed by the office of Additional Deputy Commissioner.
It has five major colonies, each headed by a Gaon Bura (GB)
1. Administration by Vitoho Zhimo
2. School Colony by Vihozhe Zhimo
3. Center Colony by Hosheto Mürrü
4. B-Khel by Kajeto Zhimo
5. A-Khel by Ahovi Zhimo.

People

Population4,964
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density58/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,700
Per Capita$1,550
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty16.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$11,000
Rent$35
Housing Units1,986
Rent Burden28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain74.6 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation5,033 ft (1,534 m)
Population4,964
Population Density58 / sq mi
Elevation5,033 ft (1,534 m)
Coordinates25.9248°, 94.4365°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceNagaland
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation74.6 inches (1,894 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,700
Median Age25.0 years

About Satakha

Satakha is a small town in India (Nagaland) with a population of 4,964. The city sits at an elevation of 5,033 feet (1,534 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Satakha has a population of 4,964 with a density of 58 people per square mile, spread across 85.8 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,964
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
85.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Satakha vs India Average

The median household income in Satakha is $1,700, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,550 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $30, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Satakha vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,700
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,550
Avg Weekly Wage$30

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above India avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above India avg
Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Satakha is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,986 total housing units in the city. 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.3%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,986

Property Tax

Satakha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,033 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above India avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,033 ft (1,534 m)
Area85.8 sq mi (222.2 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates25.9248°N, 94.4365°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.6"
96% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.35"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

266 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 11, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 148 km
May 6, 1995 109 km SE of Phek, India M6.4 135 km
Feb 4, 2011 62 km E of W?ngjing, India M6.2 147 km
Jan 9, 2013 66 km SE of Phek, India M5.8 90 km
Jul 1, 2012 21 km ESE of Phek, India M5.6 45 km
Jan 7, 2018 86 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.6 140 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 136 km
May 2, 1998 115 km SE of Phek, India M5.5 141 km
Nov 6, 2013 24 km SSW of Num?ligarh, India M5.4 96 km
Jun 23, 1991 Assam, India M5.3 148 km
Apr 30, 1990 36 km SW of Bok?kh?t, India M5.3 125 km
Aug 30, 2009 74 km SE of Phek, India M5.3 98 km
May 9, 1995 77 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 101 km
Jul 14, 2012 26 km S of Phek, India M5.2 56 km
Mar 25, 2005 40 km ESE of Phek, India M5.2 64 km
May 4, 2019 86 km SE of Mon, India M5.2 133 km
Mar 25, 1992 114 km SE of Phek, India M5.2 142 km
Apr 9, 1994 73 km E of W?ngjing, India M5.1 147 km
Apr 4, 2019 25 km SSW of Phek, India M5.1 53 km
Mar 4, 2017 55 km SSE of Phek, India M5.1 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Unnamed (1997).

Year Name Category Closest
1997 Unnamed Category 1 54 km
1991 Unnamed Category 3 161 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
March 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
April 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in
May 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
June 74°F (23°C) 12.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 15.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 15.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 9.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 5.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 1.3 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.4 in Driest

Satakha has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 54°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 74.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Airports Near Satakha

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dimapur AirportDMUMedium 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Satakha

What is the population of Satakha?

Satakha has a population of 4,964 residents and is located in India. The population density is 58 people per square mile, spread across 85.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Satakha expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,700, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Satakha?

Satakha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.6 inches.

How is the job market in Satakha?

The job market in Satakha faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $30. There are 89 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Satakha?

The median home value in Satakha is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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