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Shikaripura, India

Karnataka · 🇮🇳 India

Shikaripura is a mid-size city in Karnataka, India with a population of 36,015. Elevation: 2,018 ft (615 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
36,015 Population 4,974/sq mi density
2,018 ft Elevation 615 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
39.8 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

Population36,015
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density4,974/mi²
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)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population36,015
Population Density4,974 / sq mi
Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)
Coordinates14.2698°, 75.3564°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceKarnataka
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Shikaripura a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shikaripura 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. Shikaripura 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

Shikaripura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Shikaripura has a population of 36,015 with a density of 4,974 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. 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

36,015
Total Population
4,974
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shikaripura vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shikaripura vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shikaripura 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: Shikaripura 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 Shikaripura, 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: Shikaripura 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

Shikaripura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. 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 2,018 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation2,018 ft (615 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.8 km²)
Population Density4,974/sq mi
Coordinates14.2698°N, 75.3564°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.0 in Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in
March 81°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 83°F (28°C) 1.7 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 12.6 in Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 5.2 in
November 74°F (23°C) 1.2 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Shikaripura has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F — from 72°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (0.0").

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

Population Density4,974/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shikaripura

What is the population of Shikaripura?

Shikaripura has a population of 36,015 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,974 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. 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 Shikaripura expensive to live in?

Shikaripura 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 Shikaripura?

Shikaripura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Shikaripura?

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

How are the schools in Shikaripura?

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

How healthy is Shikaripura?

The obesity rate in Shikaripura 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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