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Sheohar, India

Bihar · 🇮🇳 India

Sheohar is a small city in Bihar, India with a population of 28,116. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
28,116 Population
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population28,116
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population28,116
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates26.5139°, 85.2934°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Sheohar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheohar receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sheohar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sheohar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Sheohar has a population of 28,116. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

28,116
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheohar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sheohar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheohar is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sheohar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sheohar, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sheohar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Sheohar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.9°F
41% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates26.5139°N, 85.2934°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 8.3 in
July 84°F (29°C) 13.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.7 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.1 in Driest

Sheohar has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 60°F in January to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.9") and December the driest (0.1").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sheohar

What is the population of Sheohar?

Sheohar has a population of 28,116 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Sheohar expensive to live in?

Sheohar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sheohar?

Sheohar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Sheohar?

Sheohar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sheohar?

34.4% of adults in Sheohar hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Sheohar?

The obesity rate in Sheohar is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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