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Sewāi, India

Jharkhand · India

Sewāi is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 7,874. Elevation: 1,138 ft (347 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
7,874 Population 273/sq mi density
1,138 ft Elevation 347 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
49.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,874
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density273/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units3,150
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Population7,874
Population Density273 / sq mi
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Coordinates23.6175°, 85.6783°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,257 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Sewāi

Sewāi is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 7,874. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet (347 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sewāi has a population of 7,874 with a density of 273 people per square mile, spread across 28.9 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,874
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
28.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sewāi vs India Average

The median household income in Sewāi is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 142 business establishments.

Income: Sewāi vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)142

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sewāi is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,150 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,150

Property Tax

Sewāi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Area28.9 sq mi (74.8 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates23.6175°N, 85.6783°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.19"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 132 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 145 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 143 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 85 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 148 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 137 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 135 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 1 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.5 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.3 in Warmest
June 87°F (31°C) 6.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 11.6 in
September 81°F (27°C) 10.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Sewāi has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 64°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Sewāi

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rajkiya Vidyalaya
DAV Public School
SVM School, Rajrappa Project
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Airports Near Sewāi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Bokaro AirportSmall Airport
Giridih AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sewāi

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Rajrappa
हनुमान मंदिर

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sewāi

What is the population of Sewāi?

Sewāi has a population of 7,874 residents and is located in India. The population density is 273 people per square mile, spread across 28.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sewāi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sewāi?

Sewāi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.

How is the job market in Sewāi?

The unemployment rate in Sewāi is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 142 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sewāi?

The median home value in Sewāi is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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