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Ujjain, India

Madhya Pradesh · India

Ujjain is a major city in Madhya Pradesh, India with a population of 515,215. Elevation: 1,621 ft (494 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
515,215 Population 8,499/sq mi density
1,621 ft Elevation 494 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
35.1 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
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,500 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$9,500 home value, $30/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population515,215
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density8,499/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,500
Per Capita$1,400
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty28.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,500
Rent$30
Housing Units206,086
Rent Burden30.6%

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Population515,215
Population Density8,499 / sq mi
Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Coordinates23.1824°, 75.7764°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMadhya Pradesh
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,500
Median Age24.0 years

About Ujjain

Ujjain is a major city in India (Madhya Pradesh) with a population of 515,215. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet (494 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Ujjain has a population of 515,215 with a density of 8,499 people per square mile, spread across 60.6 square miles. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

515,215
Total Population
8,499
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below India avg
60.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ujjain vs India Average

The median household income in Ujjain 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 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 32 business establishments, including 2 restaurants.

Income: Ujjain vs India

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below India avg
Poverty Rate28.0%
126% above India avg
Establishments (County)32

Business (County)

Restaurants2
Healthcare25
Retail2

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ujjain is $9,500, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $30 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 206,086 total housing units in the city. 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,500
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$30
97% below India avg
Rent Burden30.6%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units206,086

Property Tax

Climate in Ujjain

Ujjain has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (33.3°C), the coldest is Jan (17.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1150 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.1°C / 63°F 5.8° / 29.8° 5.3
Feb 21°C / 70°F 7.5° / 34.7° 0.5
Mar 26.2°C / 79°F 12.5° / 39.8° 6.0
Apr 31.1°C / 88°F 18.9° / 42.6° 7.8
May 33.3°C / 92°F 22.3° / 44.2° 12.2
Jun 30.5°C / 87°F 23.3° / 41.7° 130.8
Jul 26.9°C / 80°F 22.2° / 33.9° 301.0
Aug 25.3°C / 77°F 21.1° / 30.9° 329.8
Sep 25.3°C / 77°F 19.9° / 30.7° 292.8
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 14.5° / 30.6° 46.2
Nov 20.1°C / 68°F 10.5° / 29.6° 9.7
Dec 17.5°C / 64°F 6.5° / 27.9° 8.0
Ujjain has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,621 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average77.7°F
44% above India avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,621 ft (494 m)
Area60.6 sq mi (157.0 km²)
Population Density8,499/sq mi
Coordinates23.1824°N, 75.7764°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.08"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
April 87°F (30°C) 0.1 in
May 92°F (33°C) 0.2 in Warmest
June 88°F (31°C) 4.4 in
July 80°F (27°C) 10.8 in Wettest
August 78°F (26°C) 9.7 in
September 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 1.4 in
November 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in
December 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in

Ujjain has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 65°F in January to 92°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Ujjain

Institution Type Founded Website
Catholic Theology College for boys College - ,

Schools in Ujjain

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Mary's Convent Sr. Sec. School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ujjain

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ujjain

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Triveni Museum

Farmers Markets in Ujjain

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chimanganj Mandi
Night market
Night market
Sabji market
Sabji market
Sabzi Market
Sabzi Market
Tibetian wool (winter)
Tibetian wool (winter)
Vegetables + fruits
Vegetables + fruits

Hotels in Ujjain

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Malgudi Days
Meghdoot luxury hotel and resort
Rai Guest House
The Grand Monarch - Ujjain

Restaurants in Ujjain

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jalaadhaari
Meghdoot Punjabi Dhaba
Om Shanti Restaurant

Cafes in Ujjain

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Art Of Coffee, By- V. SURANA Group
Baker's Lounge
Maa Sherawali

Cinemas in Ujjain

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PVR Treasure Bazzar Mall

Clinics in Ujjain

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr Batra's Homeopathy Clinic Ujjain
Rawat Nursing Home and Helath Centre
Royal Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Ujjain

8 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chintaman Ganesh
Karachha
Matana Buzurg
Naikheri
Pingleswar
Tajpur
Ujjain Junction
Vikram Nagar

Bus Stations in Ujjain

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dewas Gate Bus station, buses north and local
Nanakheda bus station

Gyms in Ujjain

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Perfect Fitness Gym by Kapil Jadam

Airports Near Ujjain

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International AirportIDRLarge Airport
Bentayan Airport-Small Airport
Birlagram Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ujjain

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
M L Nagar sub post office
M L Nagar sub post office

Treatment Centers in Ujjain

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr Batra's Homeopathy Clinic Ujjain
Rawat Nursing Home and Helath Centre
Royal Dental Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ujjain

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
।।श्री महाकालेश्वर ज्योतिर्लिंग।।
Bada Ganesh Mandir
chamunda mata mandir
Hanuman temple
Iscon Temple
Jain Ramjanardan Park, temple
Kaalbhairav
Ksheer Sagar Kund
Maa Sheetla Temple
Maa Sheetla Temple
Nun Monestary
Nun Monestary
Sai temple
shiv mandir
Shri Chintamani Ganesh Mandir
Ujjain - Banks of Shipra

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Ujjain

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 24
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 2
Cafes 3
Supermarkets 2
Parks 3
Places of Worship 9

🇮🇳 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 Ujjain

What is the population of Ujjain?

Ujjain has a population of 515,215 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8,499 people per square mile, spread across 60.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ujjain expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,500, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,500 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $30 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ujjain?

Ujjain has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.

How is the job market in Ujjain?

Ujjain has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $27. There are 32 business establishments in the area, including 2 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Ujjain?

The median home value in Ujjain is $9,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $30.

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