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Taranagar, India

Tripura · India

Taranagar is a small city in Tripura, India with a population of 15,481. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
15,481 Population 108/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
83.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 9.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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About Taranagar

Taranagar

Taranagar is a city and a municipality in Churu district in the Indian state of Rajasthan, situated at 28° 41'N 75° 3'E, about 28 miles south of Churu City. Taranagar was earlier known as Reni, named for the lady Rinkali who came here to live from Vishalnagar Koyalapatan, currently Foga in Sardarshar (Rajasthan). Reni was the headquarters of the nizamat and the tehsil of the same name in the state of Bikaner in Rajputana. The nizamat consisted of five eastern tehsils of Bhadra, Churu, Nohar, Rajgarh and Reni. In 1948, the town was renamed for King Tara Singh, who ruled it in the mid-18th century.

People

Population15,481
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density108/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$25
Housing Units6,192
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain83.3 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population15,481
Population Density108 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates23.9688°, 91.3708°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceTripura
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation83.3 inches (2,115 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age27.0 years

About Taranagar

Taranagar is a small city in India (Tripura) with a population of 15,481. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Taranagar has a population of 15,481 with a density of 108 people per square mile, spread across 143.2 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,481
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
143.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Taranagar vs India Average

The median household income in Taranagar is $1,500, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,400 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $27, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 279 business establishments.

Income: Taranagar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,500
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,400
Avg Weekly Wage$27

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)279

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Taranagar is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,192 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, 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$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,192

Property Tax

Climate in Taranagar

Taranagar has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.1°C), the coldest is Jan (17.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2669 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.5°C / 64°F 8.8° / 27.5° 14.1
Feb 20.4°C / 69°F 9.7° / 31.8° 29.1
Mar 25.8°C / 78°F 14.4° / 36.8° 68.9
Apr 29.1°C / 84°F 21.1° / 39.1° 136.5
May 29°C / 84°F 22.5° / 37.8° 414.0
Jun 28.4°C / 83°F 24.2° / 33.9° 514.5
Jul 28.5°C / 83°F 24.7° / 33.7° 411.6
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 24.5° / 33.7° 402.7
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 23.9° / 34° 313.2
Oct 26.7°C / 80°F 20.5° / 32.3° 295.5
Nov 22.8°C / 73°F 14.2° / 29.9° 40.7
Dec 18.8°C / 66°F 10.1° / 27.3° 28.7
Taranagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average76.7°F
42% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area143.2 sq mi (370.8 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates23.9688°N, 91.3708°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.3"
119% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 17.83"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

70 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 11, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 136 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 66 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 142 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 143 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 117 km
Sep 10, 2010 27 km S of Son?rgaon, Bangladesh M5.1 97 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 108 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 134 km
Nov 8, 2017 28 km N of Agartala, India M4.9 16 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 90 km
Sep 2, 1991 19 km NNE of Kishorganj, Bangladesh M4.7 89 km
Aug 22, 1991 34 km W of Chh?tak, Bangladesh M4.7 118 km
Jan 1, 2012 18 km ESE of Amarpur, India M4.6 73 km
Jul 21, 2005 27 km SE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M4.6 140 km
Aug 12, 2001 6 km WNW of Dharmanagar, India M4.6 88 km
Apr 18, 2017 4 km NW of Chh?tak, Bangladesh M4.5 125 km
May 28, 1992 10 km NNE of Khagrachhari, Bangladesh M4.5 110 km
Jan 27, 2020 10 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.5 97 km
Dec 19, 2001 9 km SSW of Dhaka, Bangladesh M4.5 108 km
Mar 18, 2012 14 km ENE of Doh?r, Bangladesh M4.5 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 237 km
2019 Bulbul:matmo Category 2 291 km
2017 Mora Category 1 239 km
2007 Sidr Category 4 78 km
1998 Unnamed Category 1 221 km
1997 Unnamed Category 4 128 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 105 km
1995 Unnamed Category 1 292 km
1994 Unnamed Category 2 266 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 160 km
1988 Unnamed Category 3 167 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
April 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 10.9 in
June 82°F (28°C) 17.8 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 14.2 in
August 82°F (28°C) 12.1 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
October 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
December 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest

Taranagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Taranagar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Haveli Museum
Ujjyanta Palace

Libraries in Taranagar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Birchandra State Central Library0.0
Khudiram Ghanthagarh0.0
Khudiram Ghanthagarh0.0

Farmers Markets in Taranagar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Harinber Bazar
Islampur Bazar ইসলামপুর বাজার
Lake Chowmohani Bazar
Madhabpur Bazar
Mon Miah Super Market
nalgaria market
Rampur Bazar
shyamalibazar market
Shyampur Bazar
Tinlakhpir Bazaar
Ujjayanta Market/ Indira Market

Stadiums & Teams in Taranagar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Taranagar

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram AirportIXAMedium Airport
Kailashahar AirportIXHMedium Airport
Comilla AirportCLASmall Airport
Kamalpur AirportIXQSmall Airport
Khowai AirportIXNSmall Airport
Shamshernagar AirportZHMSmall 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 Taranagar

What is the population of Taranagar?

Taranagar has a population of 15,481 residents and is located in India. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 143.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Taranagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 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 $25 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Taranagar?

Taranagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.3 inches.

How is the job market in Taranagar?

The job market in Taranagar faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 279 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Taranagar?

The median home value in Taranagar is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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