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Torpa, India

Jharkhand · India

Torpa is a small city in Jharkhand, India with a population of 8,592. Elevation: 1,713 ft (522 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,592 Population 46/sq mi density
1,713 ft Elevation 522 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
53.4 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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People

Population8,592
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density46/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

C+
Home Value$8,000
Rent$28
Housing Units3,437
Rent Burden30.8%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Population8,592
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Coordinates22.9361°, 85.0889°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJharkhand
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation53.4 inches (1,357 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,200
Median Age23.5 years

About Torpa

Torpa is a small city in India (Jharkhand) with a population of 8,592. The city sits at an elevation of 1,713 feet (522 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Torpa has a population of 8,592 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 187.0 square miles. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,592
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below India avg
187.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Torpa vs India Average

The median household income in Torpa 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 155 business establishments.

Income: Torpa 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)155

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Torpa 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 3,437 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 Units3,437

Property Tax

Torpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,713 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average76.5°F
42% above India avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,713 ft (522 m)
Area187.0 sq mi (484.2 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates22.9361°N, 85.0889°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.4"
41% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 14.13"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jul 28, 2019.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 141 km
Jun 21, 1995 33 km S of Kiri Buru, India M4.7 131 km
Jul 28, 2019 4 km NNW of Mush?bani, India M4.5 145 km
Oct 20, 2003 8 km E of Puruliya, India M4.3 145 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 2 238 km
2013 Phailin Category 1 289 km
1999 Unnamed Category 4 276 km
1999 Unnamed Category 1 239 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in
March 78°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 86°F (30°C) 0.6 in
May 89°F (32°C) 1.5 in Warmest
June 85°F (30°C) 8.0 in
July 80°F (27°C) 13.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 14.1 in Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in
October 76°F (25°C) 3.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 0.3 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest

Torpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 64°F in January to 89°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.1") and December the driest (0.2").

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Train Stations in Torpa

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bakaspur
Govindpur Road
Pakra
Pokla

Gas Stations in Torpa

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #9270326884

Airports Near Torpa

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birsa Munda AirportIXRMedium Airport
Rourkela AirportRRKMedium Airport
Noamundi Airport-Small 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 Torpa

What is the population of Torpa?

Torpa has a population of 8,592 residents and is located in India. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 187.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Torpa 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 Torpa?

Torpa 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 80°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.

How is the job market in Torpa?

The unemployment rate in Torpa 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 155 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Torpa?

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

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