Driest Cities in Jharkhand

Top 100 cities ranked by driest cities

Best Jharkhand Cities

Composite rankings combining multiple weighted metrics — 4 topics from climate and air quality data.

Best Climate Cities

Warm temperatures, plenty of sunshine and clean air.

Cleanest Air Cities

Lowest pollution levels for healthy outdoor living.

Sunniest Cities

Most days of sunshine per year, with warm and dry climate.

Most Urban Cities

Densely populated city centers with the largest urban footprints.

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Economy

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Housing

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Demographics & Education

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Climate & Air

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Geography & Infrastructure

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All Countries · India · Jharkhand

Driest Cities — Jharkhand

1 Chaupāran 40.5"

2 Bekobār 41.5"

3 Karma 41.5"

4 Kodarma 41.5"

5 Jhumri Telaiya 41.5"

6 Bishrāmpur 41.6"

7 Sinduria 41.7"

8 Majhiāon Kalān 41.7"

9 Husainābād 41.7"

10 Chainpur 42.0"

11 Shāhpur 42.0"

12 Rermā 42.0"

13 Bārālotā 42.0"

14 Sudnā 42.0"

15 Medininagar 42.0"

16 Domchānch 42.5"

17 Garhwa 42.7"

18 Satgawan 43.0"

19 Barhi 43.1"

20 Konrā 43.1"

21 patamda 43.1"

22 Barwādih 43.8"

23 Barki Saria 43.8"

24 Dhanwār 43.9"

25 Sahnidih 45.4"

26 Dumra 45.4"

27 Muraidih 45.4"

28 Phulwartanr 45.4"

29 Matigara 45.4"

30 Kharkhari 45.4"

31 Mahuda 45.4"

32 Bhim Kanari 45.4"

33 Bagra 45.4"

34 Dugda 45.4"

35 Kātrās 45.4"

36 Sijua 45.4"

37 Malkera 45.4"

38 Hesla 45.4"

39 Kenduadīh 46.1"

40 Pondarkanali 46.1"

41 Mahlidih 46.1"

42 Jharia 46.1"

43 Sialgudri 46.1"

44 Jāmadoba 46.1"

45 Cherra 46.1"

46 Nagri Kalan 46.1"

47 Baua Kalan 46.1"

48 Dhanbad 46.1"

49 Pāthardih 46.2"

50 Bhojudih 46.2"

51 Chatrā 46.2"

52 Jasidih 46.5"

53 Telo 46.6"

54 Jena 46.6"

55 Narra 46.6"

56 Termi 46.6"

57 Tanr Balidih 46.6"

58 Chandrapura 46.6"

59 Phusro 46.6"

60 Bokāro 46.6"

61 Karmatanr 46.6"

62 Jangalpur 46.6"

63 Baliapur 46.6"

64 Mahāgama 46.7"

65 Dāndedih 46.7"

66 Paratdiha 46.7"

67 Patrodih 46.7"

68 Akdoni Khurd 46.7"

69 Chas 47.0"

70 Mera 47.0"

71 Panrra 47.0"

72 Panchet 47.0"

73 Egarkunr 47.0"

74 Dumarkunda 47.0"

75 Chirkunda 47.0"

76 Nirsā 47.0"

77 Maithon 47.0"

78 Siuliban 47.0"

79 Giridih 47.2"

80 Maheshlundi 47.2"

81 Tilodih 47.2"

82 Sirsia 47.2"

83 Kāro 47.3"

84 Kurpania 47.3"

85 Bermo 47.3"

86 Kathhāra 47.3"

87 Jāridih 47.3"

88 Gobindpur 47.4"

89 Deoghar 47.9"

90 Hasir 48.0"

91 Sāram 48.0"

92 Gumia 48.0"

93 Kuju 48.0"

94 Seota 48.0"

95 Marār 48.0"

96 Sānri 48.0"

97 Bongabār 48.0"

98 Arā 48.0"

99 Kedia 48.0"

100 Rājābhita 48.0"

The driest cities in Jharkhand receive the least annual precipitation, often characterized by arid landscapes and abundant sunshine. Chaupāran receives just 40.5 inches of precipitation annually.

Dry climates offer benefits including more sunny days, less seasonal affective disorder, lower humidity, and reduced mold and allergen concerns. These cities are often located in the desert Southwest or other arid regions with dramatic natural landscapes.

Water management is a critical concern for the driest cities, many of which rely on distant water sources, desalination, or strict conservation measures. As populations grow in these areas, sustainable water use and drought resilience become increasingly important priorities.

Did You Know?

1. Chaupāran gets just 40.5" of precipitation per year — less than many cities get in a single month.
2. Most of the driest cities are in the desert Southwest, where evaporation often exceeds precipitation by a factor of 10 or more.
3. Water conservation is a way of life in these cities, with many implementing xeriscaping requirements and water usage restrictions.

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