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Solap, India

West Bengal · India

Solap is a small city in West Bengal, India with a population of 13,751. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,751 Population 198/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
63.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$12,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,751
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density198/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty18.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$12,000
Rent$35
Housing Units5,500
Rent Burden28.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain63.9 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population13,751
Population Density198 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates22.1278°, 88.1586°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceWest Bengal
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation63.9 inches (1,624 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age28.5 years

About Solap

Solap is a small city in India (West Bengal) with a population of 13,751. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Solap has a population of 13,751 with a density of 198 people per square mile, spread across 69.5 square miles. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,751
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below India avg
69.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Solap vs India Average

The median household income in Solap is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 248 business establishments.

Income: Solap vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above India avg
Establishments (County)248

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Solap is $12,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,500 total housing units in the city. 28.7% 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$12,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.7%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,500

Property Tax

Climate in Solap

Solap has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.7°C), the coldest is Jan (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2090 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.7°C / 66°F 9.9° / 27.4° 16.6
Feb 22.3°C / 72°F 11.4° / 32.5° 38.8
Mar 27.2°C / 81°F 18.5° / 36.5° 37.6
Apr 30.7°C / 87°F 23.9° / 39.4° 49.0
May 30.5°C / 87°F 25.5° / 38.3° 235.7
Jun 30°C / 86°F 27.1° / 35.6° 245.4
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 26.8° / 32.9° 323.6
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 26.3° / 32.5° 443.7
Sep 28.5°C / 83°F 26° / 31.9° 402.0
Oct 27.4°C / 81°F 21.2° / 31.8° 216.7
Nov 23.4°C / 74°F 15.8° / 29.7° 52.4
Dec 19.5°C / 67°F 10.5° / 27.4° 29.0
Solap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.8°F
48% above India avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area69.5 sq mi (180.0 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates22.1278°N, 88.1586°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.9"
68% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.15"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 8, 2015.

Sep 28, 1994 9 km SE of Krishnanagar, India M4.6 140 km
Sep 24, 1996 5 km W of Bagul?, India M4.6 142 km
Apr 8, 2015 60 km SSW of Sarankhola, Bangladesh M4.6 146 km
Aug 6, 2013 9 km NE of Sh?ntipur, India M4.5 136 km
Apr 16, 2001 16 km SSE of S?tkhira, Bangladesh M4.3 113 km
Jan 5, 2009 10 km NE of Nagarukhra, India M4.2 113 km
Jun 1, 2013 22 km NE of Kultali, India M4.1 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Dana (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Dana Category 1 268 km
2023 Hamoon Category 2 280 km
2021 Yaas Category 1 207 km
2020 Amphan Category 3 25 km
2019 Fani Category 4 143 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 3 74 km
2009 Aila Category 1 59 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 160 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 281 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 159 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 263 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 94 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in
March 81°F (27°C) 1.0 in
April 86°F (30°C) 1.4 in
May 87°F (31°C) 4.1 in Warmest
June 86°F (30°C) 10.0 in
July 84°F (29°C) 12.8 in
August 84°F (29°C) 13.0 in
September 84°F (29°C) 13.2 in Wettest
October 82°F (28°C) 5.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest

Solap has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 68°F in January to 87°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 63.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Solap

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
MY RADIO DJ - MP3
AIR Akashvani Maitree Kolkata - UNKNOWN
OakyLP - AAC

Museums in Solap

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Phulbag Palace Museum

Libraries in Solap

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ram Ram Pur Gronthagar0.0

Farmers Markets in Solap

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhabanipur Hut
Brajalalchak Fish Market
Ghorai More
Khudiram Market
Nandakumar Market
nandakumar Market
Nandakumar market
Nandakumar market
Saha Bazar
Township fish Market

Clinics in Solap

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maa Durga Nursing Home, South 24 Parganas

Train Stations in Solap

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Basulya Sutahata
Durga Chak
Karanjali
Kulpi
Udairampur

Stadiums & Teams in Solap

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Airports Near Solap

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International AirportCCULarge Airport
Barrackpore Air Force Station-Small Airport
Behala Airport-Small 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 Solap

What is the population of Solap?

Solap has a population of 13,751 residents and is located in India. The population density is 198 people per square mile, spread across 69.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Solap expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $12,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 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 Solap?

Solap has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.9 inches.

How is the job market in Solap?

The unemployment rate in Solap is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 248 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Solap?

The median home value in Solap is $12,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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