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Silchar, India

Assam · India

Silchar is a large city in Assam, India with a population of 178,865. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
178,865 Population 619/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 25°C
99.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 6.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$10,000 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population178,865
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density619/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,450
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$10,000
Rent$30
Housing Units71,546
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (25°C)
Rain99.9 in/yr
Sunny Days177/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population178,865
Population Density619 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates24.8273°, 92.7979°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAssam
Average Temperature76°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation99.9 inches (2,537 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age25.0 years

About Silchar

Silchar is a large city in India (Assam) with a population of 178,865. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Silchar has a population of 178,865 with a density of 619 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

178,865
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below India avg
289.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Silchar vs India Average

The median household income in Silchar is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,450 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $28, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 24 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.

Income: Silchar vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,450
Avg Weekly Wage$28

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare10
Retail2

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Silchar is $10,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 71,546 total housing units in the city. 30.6% 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.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units71,546

Property Tax

Climate in Silchar

Silchar has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (18.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2956 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.8°C / 66°F 12.2° / 25.3° 7.0
Feb 21°C / 70°F 13.8° / 28.2° 27.4
Mar 24.8°C / 77°F 18° / 31.5° 154.6
Apr 26.7°C / 80°F 21.1° / 32.3° 270.1
May 27.6°C / 82°F 23.2° / 32.1° 438.6
Jun 28.8°C / 84°F 25.1° / 32.4° 537.8
Jul 29.2°C / 85°F 25.4° / 32.9° 506.8
Aug 29.3°C / 85°F 25.6° / 33° 439.5
Sep 29°C / 84°F 25.2° / 32.9° 362.4
Oct 27.6°C / 82°F 23.3° / 32° 171.7
Nov 24°C / 75°F 18.4° / 29.5° 25.9
Dec 20.4°C / 69°F 14.2° / 26.5° 13.8
Silchar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 177 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.4°F
41% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days177 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area289.0 sq mi (748.6 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates24.8273°N, 92.7979°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 99.9"
163% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 18.86"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

148 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M5.1 on May 27, 2025.

Jan 3, 2016 29 km W of Imph?l, India M6.7 86 km
May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 56 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 120 km
Apr 5, 1999 29 km WNW of Imph?l, India M5.6 89 km
Dec 20, 1991 12 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.4 33 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 40 km
May 11, 1991 10 km SSE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.4 112 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 58 km
Jul 31, 1997 27 km ESE of Darlawn, India M5.3 111 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 61 km
Mar 3, 2001 48 km S of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.2 138 km
Nov 15, 1990 13 km S of Darlawn, India M5.2 105 km
May 27, 2025 8 km SE of Moirāng, India M5.1 114 km
Dec 7, 1991 39 km SE of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.1 142 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 29 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 34 km
Aug 2, 2017 5 km WSW of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.1 100 km
May 25, 2020 13 km SSW of Kakching, India M5.1 124 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 41 km
Feb 24, 2017 37 km SSW of Chur?ch?ndpur, India M5.0 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 3 251 km
1997 Unnamed Category 3 78 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 121 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 130 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
March 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
April 79°F (26°C) 8.7 in
May 81°F (27°C) 14.1 in
June 82°F (28°C) 18.9 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 14.8 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 15.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 11.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.3 in Driest

Silchar has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 99.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.9") and December the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Silchar

Institution Type Founded Website
Assam University University - ,
Cachar College College - ,
Lakhipur Junior College College - ,
National Institute of technology - NIT Silchar University - ,
Nehru College College - ,
Silchar Polytechnique College - ,

Schools in Silchar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collegiate School - - - -
Govt Boys HS School - - - -
Oriental School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Silchar

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Silchar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
District Library Hailakandi0.0

Farmers Markets in Silchar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Birbal Bazaar
Fish Market
Fulertal Vag & Fish Market
Katakhal Bazaar
Pailapool Market

Hotels in Silchar

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gateway
Hotel Borail View
Hotel Ellora - Ellora Tower
HOTEL J.C. INTERNATIONAL
Hotel Ria Palace and Restaurant
Medzi's lodge
Orbit Hotel

Restaurants in Silchar

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hasty Tasty
Indian food corner
Mirch Masaala

Cinemas in Silchar

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Entertainment Plaza and Gold Cinema

Clinics in Silchar

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Choudhury Eye Clinic
Dr. Nandi Clinic
Kay Cee Clinic and Nursing Home
Skin Care Clinic, Silchar

Train Stations in Silchar

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bhasha Shahid

Bus Stations in Silchar

5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus to Guwahati and others cities (550rup)
Difficult to find with works;)
IN #2081914715
IN #6284188189
IN #7270778685

Gas Stations in Silchar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #12209522484
Indian Oil

Banks in Silchar

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Silchar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Silchar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Silchar AirportIXSMedium Airport

Post Offices in Silchar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Silchar HPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silchar

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ISKCON
Prachin Shiv Mandir
Presbyterian Church
Ramkrishna Mission Silchar
Shree Radha Krishna Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Silchar

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 10
Restaurants 4
Supermarkets 2
Banks 1
Hotels 7
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 8

🇮🇳 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 Silchar

What is the population of Silchar?

Silchar has a population of 178,865 residents and is located in India. The population density is 619 people per square mile, spread across 289.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Silchar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $10,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 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 Silchar?

Silchar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 177 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.9 inches.

How is the job market in Silchar?

The unemployment rate in Silchar is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $28. There are 24 business establishments in the area, including 4 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Silchar?

The median home value in Silchar is $10,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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