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Surajpur, India
Chhattisgarh · India
Surajpur is a small city in Chhattisgarh, India with a population of 20,189. Elevation: 1,827 ft (557 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Surajpur
Surajpur is a Nagar Palika Parishad situated in the bank of Rihand River in Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh state in Central India. It is the administrative headquarters of the Surajpur district, located 334 km away from the state's capital city, Raipur. National Highway 43 passes through city and It is well connected to Ranchi, Varanasi, Singrauli via Road, Surajpur Road railway station is connected to major cities like Delhi, Agra, Gwalior, katni, Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai.
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| Population | 20,189 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,827 ft (557 m) |
| Coordinates | 23.2135°, 82.8684° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Chhattisgarh |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.1 inches (1,349 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $1,400 |
| Median Age | 24.5 years |
About Surajpur
Surajpur is a small city in India (Chhattisgarh) with a population of 20,189. The city sits at an elevation of 1,827 feet (557 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
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Surajpur vs India Average
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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
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below India avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.5% |
| 130% above India avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 363 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
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Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $8,500 |
| 97% below India avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $28 |
| 98% below India avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 8,076 |
Property Tax
Climate in Surajpur
Surajpur has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is May (31.5°C), the coldest is Jan (15.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1357 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.4°F |
| 41% above India avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,827 ft (557 m) |
| Area | 1,469.5 sq mi (3,806.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 23.2135°N, 82.8684°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 85°F (29°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 91°F (33°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 88°F (31°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 15.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 17.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
Surajpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 63°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.6") and December the driest (0.2").
Dentists in Surajpur
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Surajpur
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Surajpur
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maa Mahamaya Airport | AHA | Medium Airport |
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What is the population of Surajpur?
Surajpur has a population of 20,189 residents and is located in India. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 1,469.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Surajpur expensive to live in?
The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,500 (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 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Surajpur?
Surajpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.1 inches.
How is the job market in Surajpur?
Surajpur has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 363 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Surajpur?
The median home value in Surajpur is $8,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.