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Sultānganj, India

Bihar · India

Sultānganj is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 52,892. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
52,892 Population 406/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
42.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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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

Population52,892
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density406/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units21,157
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Population52,892
Population Density406 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates25.2383°, 86.7356°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,080 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Sultānganj

Sultānganj is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 52,892. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet (40 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sultānganj has a population of 52,892 with a density of 406 people per square mile, spread across 130.2 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

52,892
Total Population
406
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
130.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sultānganj vs India Average

The median household income in Sultānganj 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 952 business establishments.

Income: Sultānganj 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)952

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sultānganj 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 21,157 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 Units21,157

Property Tax

Climate in Sultānganj

Sultānganj has an average annual temperature of 25.5°C (78°F). The hottest month is May (32.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1389 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.8°C / 60°F 5.6° / 27.4° 4.1
Feb 19.6°C / 67°F 7.3° / 33° 18.8
Mar 26°C / 79°F 13.4° / 39° 24.8
Apr 31.5°C / 89°F 19.8° / 43.5° 33.2
May 32.2°C / 90°F 22.9° / 43.5° 146.9
Jun 32.1°C / 90°F 25.6° / 41.7° 210.7
Jul 29.5°C / 85°F 25.4° / 35.6° 268.6
Aug 28.7°C / 84°F 24.8° / 34° 247.9
Sep 27.9°C / 82°F 23.7° / 33.2° 305.6
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 17° / 31.7° 122.4
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 11.9° / 28.7° 1.0
Dec 16.3°C / 61°F 5.7° / 25.9° 5.1
Sultānganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 131 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area130.2 sq mi (337.2 km²)
Population Density406/sq mi
Coordinates25.2383°N, 86.7356°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.5"
12% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 12, 2023.

Feb 15, 1993 6 km W of Kasba, India M5.0 101 km
Mar 27, 2012 17 km W of Kishanganj, India M5.0 141 km
Jan 10, 1990 8 km WNW of R?jbir?j, Nepal M4.7 147 km
Apr 12, 2023 Nepal-India border region M4.0 107 km
May 27, 2005 18 km SSW of Forbesganj, India M3.5 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 6.3 in
July 85°F (29°C) 10.4 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 10.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 8.5 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.0 in Driest

Sultānganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 63°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.4") and December the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Sultānganj

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Jagriti 90.4 FM MP3

Libraries in Sultānganj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
East Central Library0.0
Eklavya library0.0
Library0.0
maa Gayatri library0.0
Pragya library sahibganj0.0
TNB college library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sultānganj

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ashowk chowk
Market
Market
Ragistry Mod

Train Stations in Sultānganj

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akbarnagar
Ganganiyan
Kamarganj
Maheshi
Sultanganj

Bus Stations in Sultānganj

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #751680850

Stadiums & Teams in Sultānganj

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sultānganj

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bhagalpur AirportSmall Airport
Purnea AirportSmall Airport
Saharsa AirportSmall Airport
Ulao AerodromeSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Sultānganj

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Aastha Nursing Home and Maternity Centre, Bhagalpur
Aziz Nursing Home
Dulare clinic
Garib Nawaz Clinic
K K Nursing Home And Research Centre
R K Heart and Health Centre
Sushila Clinic, Bhagalpur

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sultānganj

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ajgaivinath Lord Shiva Temple

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 Sultānganj

What is the population of Sultānganj?

Sultānganj has a population of 52,892 residents and is located in India. The population density is 406 people per square mile, spread across 130.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sultānganj 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 Sultānganj?

Sultānganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches.

How is the job market in Sultānganj?

The unemployment rate in Sultānganj 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 952 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sultānganj?

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

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