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Wāris Alīganj, India

Bihar · India

Wāris Alīganj is a mid-size city in Bihar, India with a population of 35,243. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
35,243 Population 377/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
38.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,000 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$1,000 median income, 7.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$7,000 home value, $25/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population35,243
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density377/mi²

Economy

F
Median Income$1,000
Per Capita$650
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty34.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$7,000
Rent$25
Housing Units14,097
Rent Burden31.8%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Population35,243
Population Density377 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates25.0172°, 85.6405°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceBihar
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation38.7 inches (984 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,000
Median Age20.5 years

About Wāris Alīganj

Wāris Alīganj is a mid-size city in India (Bihar) with a population of 35,243. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Wāris Alīganj has a population of 35,243 with a density of 377 people per square mile, spread across 93.4 square miles. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,243
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below India avg
93.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Wāris Alīganj vs India Average

The median household income in Wāris Alīganj is $1,000, which is 99% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $13, 99% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 634 business establishments.

Income: Wāris Alīganj vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,000
99% below India avg
Per Capita Income$650
Avg Weekly Wage$13

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above India avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above India avg
Establishments (County)634

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Wāris Alīganj is $7,000, 98% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $25 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 14,097 total housing units in the city. 31.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$7,000
98% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$25
98% below India avg
Rent Burden31.8%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units14,097

Property Tax

Climate in Wāris Alīganj

Wāris Alīganj has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.2°C), the coldest is Jan (15.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1056 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.6°C / 60°F 5.1° / 27.7° 4.9
Feb 19.3°C / 67°F 6.8° / 32.8° 18.0
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 12.6° / 39° 18.8
Apr 31.7°C / 89°F 19.4° / 43.8° 11.3
May 33.6°C / 92°F 23.1° / 45.4° 69.8
Jun 34.2°C / 93°F 26.3° / 44.5° 160.4
Jul 30.5°C / 87°F 25.8° / 37.4° 235.3
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 24.9° / 34.9° 230.5
Sep 28.1°C / 83°F 23.3° / 33.8° 226.2
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 16.6° / 32.1° 72.4
Nov 20.5°C / 69°F 11.1° / 29.4° 1.1
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 5.4° / 26.9° 7.7
Wāris Alīganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above India avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area93.4 sq mi (241.9 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates25.0172°N, 85.6405°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.7"
2% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 10.55"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 6, 2008.

Jun 6, 2008 2 km W of Buddh Gaya, India M3.8 77 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 67°F (20°C) 0.4 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
April 88°F (31°C) 0.3 in
May 91°F (33°C) 0.8 in Warmest
June 89°F (32°C) 5.6 in
July 85°F (29°C) 9.9 in
August 84°F (29°C) 10.6 in Wettest
September 83°F (29°C) 7.5 in
October 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
December 64°F (18°C) 0.1 in Driest

Wāris Alīganj has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 62°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Wāris Alīganj

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Primary School Of Fataha - - - -
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Museums in Wāris Alīganj

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buddhist museum
Nalanda museum

Libraries in Wāris Alīganj

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ignou study center0.0
Ignou study center0.0

Train Stations in Wāris Alīganj

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baghi Bardiha
Kashi Chak
Waris Aleganj

Airports Near Wāris Alīganj

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gaya AirportGAYMedium Airport
Jay Prakash Narayan AirportPATMedium Airport
Ulao Aerodrome-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Wāris Alīganj

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Jaya Nursing Home, Nalanda
Satyam Nursing Home, Nalanda
Suhagi 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 Wāris Alīganj

What is the population of Wāris Alīganj?

Wāris Alīganj has a population of 35,243 residents and is located in India. The population density is 377 people per square mile, spread across 93.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wāris Alīganj expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,000, 99% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $7,000 (98% 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 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wāris Alīganj?

Wāris Alīganj has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.

How is the job market in Wāris Alīganj?

The unemployment rate in Wāris Alīganj is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $13. There are 634 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wāris Alīganj?

The median home value in Wāris Alīganj is $7,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $25.

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