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Telo, India

Jharkhand · India

Telo is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 14,274. Elevation: 840 ft (256 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
14,274 Population 290/sq mi density
840 ft Elevation 256 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
46.6 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

Population14,274
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density290/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units5,710
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain46.6 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Population14,274
Population Density290 / sq mi
Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Coordinates23.8179°, 86.1209°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.6 inches (1,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Telo

Telo is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 14,274. The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet (256 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Telo has a population of 14,274 with a density of 290 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,274
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
49.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Telo vs India Average

The median household income in Telo 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 257 business establishments.

Income: Telo 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)257

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Telo 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 5,710 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 Units5,710

Property Tax

Climate in Telo

Telo has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (31.8°C), the coldest is Jan (15.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1393 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.2°C / 59°F 5° / 26.4° 9.3
Feb 18.8°C / 66°F 6.7° / 31.8° 18.8
Mar 24.7°C / 76°F 12.7° / 37.6° 27.8
Apr 30.5°C / 87°F 18.7° / 42.8° 28.5
May 31.7°C / 89°F 22° / 43.8° 114.4
Jun 31.8°C / 89°F 24.5° / 42.2° 178.8
Jul 28.8°C / 84°F 24.4° / 35.3° 250.7
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.8° / 33.1° 303.4
Sep 26.9°C / 80°F 22.6° / 32.3° 311.5
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 16.1° / 30.9° 129.8
Nov 19.8°C / 68°F 11.2° / 28° 7.0
Dec 15.9°C / 61°F 5.5° / 25.7° 13.5
Telo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 840 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation840 ft (256 m)
Area49.2 sq mi (127.5 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates23.8179°N, 86.1209°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.6"
23% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.64"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M4.0 on Apr 8, 2020.

May 26, 2019 18 km W of B?nkura, India M4.7 104 km
May 16, 1993 17 km SSW of B?nkura, India M4.6 119 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 145 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 65 km
Feb 6, 2008 16 km NW of Beli?tor, India M4.3 110 km
Apr 8, 2020 22 km NNW of B?nkura, India M4.0 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Amphan (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 2 277 km
2019 Fani Category 1 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.1 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 5.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 12.6 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 11.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 10.0 in
October 79°F (26°C) 3.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 65°F (19°C) 0.1 in Driest

Telo has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 65°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Radio Stations near Telo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ananda Marga Pracharaka Samgha kiirtan, mantra MP3

Museums in Telo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jainism Museum

Farmers Markets in Telo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Sector 2 shopping complex
Sector 2 shopping complex

Train Stations in Telo

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Telo

Stadiums & Teams in Telo

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Telo

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dhanbad AirportDBDMedium Airport
Bokaro Airport-Small Airport
Deoghar AirportDGHSmall Airport
Giridih Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Telo

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Nikhil Clinic

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 Telo

What is the population of Telo?

Telo has a population of 14,274 residents and is located in India. The population density is 290 people per square mile, spread across 49.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Telo 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 Telo?

Telo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.

How is the job market in Telo?

The unemployment rate in Telo 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 257 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Telo?

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

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