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Sītāmarhi, India

Bihar · India

Sītāmarhi is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 67,818. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
67,818 Population 80/sq mi density
230 ft Elevation 70 meters
76°F Avg Temperature 24°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population67,818
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density80/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units27,127
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Population67,818
Population Density80 / sq mi
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Coordinates26.5936°, 85.4906°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature76°F (24°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,219 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Sītāmarhi

Sītāmarhi is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 67,818. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sītāmarhi has a population of 67,818 with a density of 80 people per square mile, spread across 843.7 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

67,818
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
843.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sītāmarhi vs India Average

The median household income in Sītāmarhi is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14 business establishments, including 1 restaurants.

Income: Sītāmarhi vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)14

Business (County)

Restaurants1
Healthcare13
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sītāmarhi is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 27,127 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units27,127

Property Tax

Climate in Sītāmarhi

Sītāmarhi has an average annual temperature of 25.6°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.9°C), the coldest is Jan (16°C). Average annual precipitation is 1359 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16°C / 61°F 6.3° / 27.5° 3.6
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 7.8° / 32.4° 18.4
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 12.7° / 38.6° 24.4
Apr 30.8°C / 87°F 18.9° / 43.1° 28.4
May 32.3°C / 90°F 22.2° / 43.5° 125.1
Jun 32.9°C / 91°F 26.2° / 42.8° 202.8
Jul 29.9°C / 86°F 25.6° / 36.3° 359.2
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 25° / 34.8° 293.3
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 23.1° / 34.1° 236.0
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.8° / 32.3° 60.8
Nov 21.2°C / 70°F 12.6° / 30.3° 0.7
Dec 17°C / 63°F 6.8° / 27.7° 6.8
Sītāmarhi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above India avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area843.7 sq mi (2,185.2 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates26.5936°N, 85.4906°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 14.09"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

257 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 12, 2015 Nepal M7.3 147 km
Apr 26, 2015 21 km SSE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M6.7 141 km
May 12, 2015 42 km SSE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M6.3 133 km
Apr 25, 2015 0 km NNW of Dhulikhel, Nepal M6.1 115 km
Apr 25, 2015 31 km SSE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.6 132 km
May 16, 2015 45 km SSE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.5 122 km
May 12, 2015 37 km SE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.5 144 km
Apr 25, 2015 22 km WSW of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.5 146 km
May 12, 2015 37 km SE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.4 148 km
Apr 25, 2015 0 km WNW of Panauti??, Nepal M5.3 110 km
Apr 25, 2015 12 km NNW of Nagarkot, Nepal M5.3 136 km
Feb 5, 2016 19 km N of Kathmandu, Nepal M5.2 144 km
May 12, 2015 30 km SE of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.2 141 km
Apr 25, 2015 26 km S of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.1 135 km
May 12, 2015 23 km ENE of Nagarkot, Nepal M5.1 133 km
Apr 25, 2015 42 km WNW of Kirtipur, Nepal M5.1 147 km
Apr 25, 2015 27 km SSW of Kod?ri??, Nepal M5.1 132 km
Jul 31, 2022 26 km W of Bhojpur, Nepal M5.1 141 km
Apr 25, 2015 21 km NW of Kirtipur, Nepal M5.1 139 km
Apr 25, 2015 7 km ESE of Nagarkot, Nepal M5.0 122 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1934 BIHAR-NEPAL, GANGES RIVER Earthquake - 10,600 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
May 85°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 8.5 in
July 83°F (29°C) 14.1 in Wettest
August 83°F (29°C) 11.5 in
September 82°F (28°C) 6.9 in
October 79°F (26°C) 2.1 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.0 in Driest

Sītāmarhi has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 60°F in January to 85°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 48.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.1") and December the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Sītāmarhi

Institution Type Founded Website
Goenka College College - ,

Farmers Markets in Sītāmarhi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gaur Haat

Restaurants in Sītāmarhi

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

balaji
burger house
chicken shop
dhaba
jamies pizza
K.F.C.
krishna sweet
makhan
mutton shop
pizza home
samrat palace
second wife
shivsurya hotel
veg dhaba

Cafes in Sītāmarhi

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

cold cafe
cool and cafe
hot cafe
ice cafe
R.F.C.

Clinics in Sītāmarhi

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baijnath Nursing Home Research Centre
Lata Nursing Home

Train Stations in Sītāmarhi

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Riga

Stadiums & Teams in Sītāmarhi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sītāmarhi

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darbhanga AirportDBRMedium Airport
Janakpur AirportJKRMedium Airport
Muzaffarpur AirportMZUMedium Airport
Madhubani Airport-Small Airport
Raxaul Airport-Small Airport
Simara AirportSIFSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sītāmarhi

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
church kiran chowk
ganesh temple
gurudwara
Haleshwar Sthan
janki mandir
kali mandir
mosque
mosque
Sita Kund

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Sītāmarhi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 13
Restaurants 1
Parks 4

🇮🇳 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 Sītāmarhi

What is the population of Sītāmarhi?

Sītāmarhi has a population of 67,818 residents and is located in India. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 843.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sītāmarhi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sītāmarhi?

Sītāmarhi 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 83°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches.

How is the job market in Sītāmarhi?

The unemployment rate in Sītāmarhi is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 14 business establishments in the area, including 1 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Sītāmarhi?

The median home value in Sītāmarhi is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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