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Simdega, India

Jharkhand · India

Simdega is a mid-size city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 42,944. Elevation: 1,453 ft (443 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
42,944 Population 179/sq mi density
1,453 ft Elevation 443 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
56.5 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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People

Population42,944
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density179/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units17,178
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)
Population42,944
Population Density179 / sq mi
Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)
Coordinates22.6152°, 84.5021°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,436 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Simdega

Simdega is a mid-size city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 42,944. The city sits at an elevation of 1,453 feet (443 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Simdega has a population of 42,944 with a density of 179 people per square mile, spread across 239.6 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

42,944
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
239.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Simdega vs India Average

The median household income in Simdega 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 773 business establishments.

Income: Simdega 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)773

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Simdega 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 17,178 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.

Home Value Sources

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 Units17,178

Property Tax

Climate in Simdega

Simdega has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (32.8°C), the coldest is Jan (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1368 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.5°C / 62°F 5.1° / 27° 13.9
Feb 19.8°C / 68°F 7.2° / 32.5° 20.7
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 13.7° / 38.3° 38.5
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 19.2° / 42.9° 23.5
May 32.8°C / 91°F 22.1° / 43.8° 65.3
Jun 31.3°C / 88°F 23.7° / 42.7° 195.8
Jul 27.5°C / 82°F 23.4° / 33.7° 280.6
Aug 26.5°C / 80°F 22.3° / 32.1° 372.8
Sep 26.2°C / 79°F 21.7° / 31.5° 252.1
Oct 24.2°C / 76°F 15.8° / 30.4° 79.8
Nov 20°C / 68°F 11.1° / 28.1° 7.7
Dec 17°C / 63°F 6° / 26.7° 17.5
Simdega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,453 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.5°F
44% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,453 ft (443 m)
Area239.6 sq mi (620.6 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates22.6152°N, 84.5021°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 15.79"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 26, 2009.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 72 km
Jun 21, 1995 33 km S of Kiri Buru, India M4.7 126 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 105 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 4 259 km
2013 Phailin Category 1 246 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 272 km
1999 Unnamed Category 1 204 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
March 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.8 in
May 90°F (32°C) 1.4 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 8.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 15.4 in
August 80°F (27°C) 15.8 in Wettest
September 80°F (26°C) 9.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest

Simdega has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 65°F in January to 90°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Hotels in Simdega

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aparna hôtel

Restaurants in Simdega

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asha hotel
Durga hotel
Sara hotel

Clinics in Simdega

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alam Clinic
Raj Dental Clinic

Airports Near Simdega

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rourkela AirportRRKMedium Airport
Jharsuguda AirportJRGSmall Airport

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 Simdega

What is the population of Simdega?

Simdega has a population of 42,944 residents and is located in India. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 239.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Simdega 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 Simdega?

Simdega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

How is the job market in Simdega?

The unemployment rate in Simdega 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 773 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Simdega?

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

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