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Taping, India

Jharkhand · India

Taping is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 5,080. Elevation: 1,407 ft (429 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
5,080 Population 23/sq mi density
1,407 ft Elevation 429 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,200 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$8,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,080
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density23/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,200
Per Capita$1,050
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty29.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units2,032
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Population5,080
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Coordinates23.8369°, 85.4945°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,276 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Taping

Taping is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 5,080. The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet (429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Taping has a population of 5,080 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,080
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
224.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Taping vs India Average

The median household income in Taping is $1,200, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,050 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $20, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 91 business establishments.

Income: Taping vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,200
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,050
Avg Weekly Wage$20

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above India avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above India avg
Establishments (County)91

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Taping is $8,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,032 total housing units in the city. 30.8% 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$8,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden30.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,032

Property Tax

Taping has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,407 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area224.3 sq mi (580.9 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates23.8369°N, 85.4945°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 12.95"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 113 km
Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 1 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.8 in
April 85°F (29°C) 0.6 in
May 89°F (31°C) 1.7 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 6.9 in
July 80°F (27°C) 12.9 in
August 79°F (26°C) 13.0 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 9.2 in
October 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.3 in
December 62°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Taping has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 61°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.0") and December the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Taping

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bharti Library0.0
Destiny Line Library0.0
Vision Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Taping

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Taping

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Bokaro Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Taping

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Shree Ramakrishna Shanti Ashram

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 Taping

What is the population of Taping?

Taping has a population of 5,080 residents and is located in India. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Taping expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,200, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $8,000 (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 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Taping?

Taping has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.

How is the job market in Taping?

The unemployment rate in Taping is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $20. There are 91 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Taping?

The median home value in Taping is $8,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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