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Tura, India

Meghalaya · India

Tura is a mid-size city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 74,858. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
74,858 Population 383/sq mi density
1,027 ft Elevation 313 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
175.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population74,858
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density383/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units29,943
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain175.1 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Population74,858
Population Density383 / sq mi
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Coordinates25.5142°, 90.2024°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation175.1 inches (4,448 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Tura

Tura is a mid-size city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 74,858. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 175.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Tura has a population of 74,858 with a density of 383 people per square mile, spread across 195.6 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

74,858
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
195.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tura vs India Average

The median household income in Tura is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 32 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.

Income: Tura vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare18
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tura is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 29,943 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units29,943

Property Tax

Climate in Tura

Tura has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2798 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 16.5°C / 62°F 7.1° / 26.3° 8.0
Feb 19.2°C / 66°F 8.6° / 30.1° 19.7
Mar 24.5°C / 76°F 13.5° / 35.5° 74.2
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 18.5° / 38.5° 150.5
May 28.1°C / 83°F 21.3° / 37.2° 445.4
Jun 28.3°C / 83°F 23.8° / 34.5° 622.8
Jul 28.4°C / 83°F 24.5° / 35.2° 468.1
Aug 28.3°C / 83°F 24.1° / 35.4° 360.6
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 23.3° / 35.3° 364.1
Oct 25.6°C / 78°F 18.6° / 33.1° 273.1
Nov 21.4°C / 70°F 13.1° / 29.4° 4.1
Dec 17.5°C / 64°F 8.7° / 26.7° 7.3
Tura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 175.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average72.5°F
34% above India avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area195.6 sq mi (506.6 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates25.5142°N, 90.2024°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 175.1"
361% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 43.82"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

74 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 20, 2025.

Jul 7, 2021 8 km SSE of Lakhipur, India M5.3 52 km
Jun 28, 2015 18 km N of B?sugaon, India M5.1 127 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 44 km
Aug 7, 1991 13 km S of B?lurgh?t, India M5.0 149 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 122 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 109 km
Feb 2, 1991 3 km NE of Nongstoin, India M4.9 110 km
Feb 27, 2001 5 km E of Bongaigaon, India M4.9 116 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 59 km
Oct 29, 2009 13 km NNE of Goshaingaon, India M4.8 116 km
Sep 2, 1991 19 km NNE of Kishorganj, Bangladesh M4.7 119 km
Jan 3, 1996 30 km SE of Badarganj, Bangladesh M4.7 96 km
Aug 22, 1991 34 km W of Chh?tak, Bangladesh M4.7 126 km
Dec 4, 2013 12 km NNE of Al?pur Du?r, India M4.7 136 km
Apr 20, 2001 33 km S of Go?lp?ra, India M4.5 56 km
Sep 11, 2010 22 km N of Tura, India M4.5 23 km
Jan 20, 2018 6 km ENE of Golakganj, India M4.5 76 km
Mar 3, 1993 10 km SSE of Tura, India M4.5 11 km
May 27, 2004 India-Bangladesh border region M4.5 111 km
Jun 20, 2002 8 km NNE of Saidpur, Bangladesh M4.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Amphan Category 1 250 km
2007 Sidr Category 1 232 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 293 km
1988 Unnamed Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 65°F (19°C) 0.7 in
March 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
April 77°F (25°C) 9.2 in
May 77°F (25°C) 20.3 in
June 77°F (25°C) 36.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 43.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 30.5 in Warmest
September 77°F (25°C) 20.8 in
October 74°F (24°C) 9.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Driest

Tura has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 61°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 175.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (43.8") and December the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Tura

Institution Type Founded Website
ICFAI University University — —
ICFAI University University — —

Schools in Tura

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Christian Girls School — — — —
Allagre High School — — — —
ground — — — —
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Hotels in Tura

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Polo Orchid

Restaurants in Tura

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Biryani and Rolls
Food Park Restaurent
M. L. Restaurant

Clinics in Tura

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clear Vision Eye Care

Dentists in Tura

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bethesda Dental Clinic
Hubes Dental Clinic
Mr. Dentist

Bus Stations in Tura

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus stand at Chandmari
Bus stand at Dobasipara
Bus stand at Hawakhana

Gas Stations in Tura

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Didagre service station
Shell

Banks in Tura

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ATM
State Bank of India

Shopping Malls in Tura

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sangma Megha Mart
Tura Super Market

Airports Near Tura

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Baljek Airport—Small Airport
Rupsi AirportRUPSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tura

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHERANGRE CHURCH
CHITOKTAK BAPTISH CHURCH
FATHER COMPOUND
Goanang Baptist Church
Goanang Baptist hurch
Goanang Church
Hawakhana Baptist church;Hawakhana Baptist Church
Nikwatgre Baptist Church
Sacred Heart church
Tura Baptish Church
UCA CHURCH
WADANANG CHURCH

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Tura

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 11
Pharmacies 7
Restaurants 3
Bars 2
Supermarkets 6
Banks 2
Hotels 1
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 10

Things to See Near Tura

3 places within 15 km

⛰️ Peaks (1)
  • • Tura Peak
🌄 Viewpoints (2)
  • • highest point of Garo hills. metal tower
  • • Matcha Nokpante

🇮🇳 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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tura

What is the population of Tura?

Tura has a population of 74,858 residents and is located in India. The population density is 383 people per square mile, spread across 195.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tura expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tura?

Tura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 175.1 inches.

How is the job market in Tura?

The unemployment rate in Tura is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 32 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Tura?

The median home value in Tura is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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