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Shaktinagar, India

Karnataka · India

Shaktinagar is a small city in Karnataka, India with a population of 17,088. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
17,088 Population 26/sq mi density
1,152 ft Elevation 351 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
27.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$3,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$3,200 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$28,000 home value, $70/mo rent

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About Shaktinagar

Shaktinagar is a town in Raichur taluk and Raichur district in the Indian state of Karnataka. There is a coal-based thermal power plant operated by Vst Gang Limited (vgl).

People

Population17,088
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density26/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$3,200
Per Capita$3,400
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$28,000
Rent$70
Housing Units6,835
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Population17,088
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Coordinates16.3649°, 77.3586°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation27.1 inches (687 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$3,200
Median Age29.5 years

About Shaktinagar

Shaktinagar is a small city in India (Karnataka) with a population of 17,088. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Shaktinagar has a population of 17,088 with a density of 26 people per square mile, spread across 666.3 square miles. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,088
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below India avg
666.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shaktinagar vs India Average

The median household income in Shaktinagar is $3,200, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $3,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $65, 95% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 308 business establishments.

Income: Shaktinagar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$3,200
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$3,400
Avg Weekly Wage$65

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above India avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above India avg
Establishments (County)308

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shaktinagar is $28,000, 90% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $70 (94% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,835 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,000
90% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$70
94% below India avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,835

Property Tax

Climate in Shaktinagar

Shaktinagar has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (33°C), the coldest is Dec (23.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 754 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C / 75°F 13.5° / 34.2° 6.7
Feb 26.3°C / 79°F 15.4° / 37.4° 0.4
Mar 30.3°C / 86°F 18.5° / 41.1° 5.8
Apr 33°C / 91°F 23° / 42.6° 29.6
May 32.8°C / 91°F 23.9° / 42.9° 53.0
Jun 29.3°C / 85°F 22.6° / 39.2° 78.9
Jul 26.7°C / 80°F 21.9° / 35° 175.5
Aug 26.4°C / 79°F 21.6° / 33.4° 125.2
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 20.4° / 32.6° 169.8
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 17.8° / 32.1° 89.2
Nov 24.1°C / 75°F 15.1° / 32.6° 15.9
Dec 23.6°C / 75°F 13.1° / 33° 4.2
Shaktinagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 27.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.2°F
52% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area666.3 sq mi (1,725.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates16.3649°N, 77.3586°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.1"
29% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Oct 29, 1993.

Oct 29, 1993 11 km SSE of Chincholi, India M5.0 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Unnamed (1990).

Year Name Category Closest
1990 Unnamed Category 1 274 km
1989 Gay Category 4 178 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 86°F (30°C) 0.2 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.6 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 3.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in Wettest
October 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in
November 77°F (25°C) 0.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Shaktinagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 75°F in December to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.0").

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Libraries in Shaktinagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Shaktinagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vegetable Market
Vegetable Market

Hotels in Shaktinagar

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kuravpur Annakshetra

Train Stations in Shaktinagar

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chikkasuguru
Chiksugur
Krishna Junction
Maganoor
Yadalapur

Gas Stations in Shaktinagar

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1464065323
IN #1464065336
IN #1464065337

Banks in Shaktinagar

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corporation Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Shaktinagar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shaktinagar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raichur AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Shaktinagar

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ashwini Clinic
Bettadur Hospital
City Poly Clinic
Dr. Choudhari's Ent Clinic
Dr. Krishna Prasad Clinic
Dr. Wajid Ali National Homeo Care
Dr.Pathans E.N.T.Nursing Home
Gururaj Clinic
Nayak Nursing Home
Nayana Eye Care
Spandana Children's Clinic
Sri Basava Nursing Home and Maternity Hospital
Sri Sangameshwara Poly Clinic
Sri Shiva Clinic
Vasavi Eye Clinic
Venkat Polyclinic
VGK Heart clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shaktinagar

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jamia Masjid
Madina Masjid
Masjid Roushan
Mohammadiya Masjid. Shaktinagar.
Sangamanath Temple

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 Shaktinagar

What is the population of Shaktinagar?

Shaktinagar has a population of 17,088 residents and is located in India. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 666.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Shaktinagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $3,200, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $28,000 (90% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $70 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shaktinagar?

Shaktinagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.

How is the job market in Shaktinagar?

Shaktinagar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $65. There are 308 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shaktinagar?

The median home value in Shaktinagar is $28,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $70.

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