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Sonepur, India

Odisha · India

Sonepur is a small city in Odisha, India with a population of 20,770. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,770 Population 3,557/sq mi density
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
55.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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People

Population20,770
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density3,557/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty24.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$28
Housing Units8,308
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Population20,770
Population Density3,557 / sq mi
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates20.8333°, 83.9167°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceOdisha
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,412 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age27.0 years

About Sonepur

Sonepur is a small city in India (Odisha) with a population of 20,770. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sonepur has a population of 20,770 with a density of 3,557 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

20,770
Total Population
3,557
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sonepur vs India Average

The median household income in Sonepur is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 374 business establishments.

Income: Sonepur vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above India avg
Establishments (County)374

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sonepur is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 8,308 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units8,308

Property Tax

Climate in Sonepur

Sonepur has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (34.7°C), the coldest is Jan (18.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1335 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 18.7°C / 66°F 7.2° / 29.4° 11.7
Feb 22.2°C / 72°F 9.1° / 35.2° 20.4
Mar 28.1°C / 83°F 15.6° / 40.7° 31.5
Apr 33.2°C / 92°F 22.3° / 44.6° 22.7
May 34.7°C / 95°F 24° / 45.5° 46.0
Jun 32.5°C / 90°F 24.7° / 43.9° 176.3
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 24° / 34.1° 323.1
Aug 27.3°C / 81°F 23.2° / 32.5° 373.1
Sep 27.2°C / 81°F 23° / 32° 243.4
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 17.5° / 31.3° 62.6
Nov 21.7°C / 71°F 12.6° / 29.2° 7.0
Dec 19°C / 66°F 7.7° / 27.7° 17.6
Sonepur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above India avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density3,557/sq mi
Coordinates20.8333°N, 83.9167°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"
46% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.38"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 12, 2021.

Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 115 km
Jun 12, 2021 17 km WNW of T?lcher, India M3.9 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 5 218 km
2018 Titli Category 3 127 km
2014 Hudhud Category 2 279 km
2013 Phailin Category 4 78 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 210 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 92 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 233 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in
February 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.7 in
April 90°F (32°C) 0.6 in
May 95°F (35°C) 1.0 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 8.6 in
July 83°F (28°C) 16.4 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 14.6 in
September 83°F (28°C) 9.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 2.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 0.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest

Sonepur has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 70°F in December to 95°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.4") and December the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Sonepur

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sri Aurobindo School - - - -
Sisu Mandir - - - -
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Clinics in Sonepur

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Patanjali Chikitsalaya

Train Stations in Sonepur

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sonepur

Airports Near Sonepur

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hirakud Airport-Small Airport
Nuagaon Airport-Small Airport
Utkela Airport-Small Airport
Utkela AirportUKESmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sonepur

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Balaji Mandir

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 Sonepur

What is the population of Sonepur?

Sonepur has a population of 20,770 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,557 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sonepur expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,000 (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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sonepur?

Sonepur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.

How is the job market in Sonepur?

The unemployment rate in Sonepur is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 374 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sonepur?

The median home value in Sonepur is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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