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Banka
City in Bihar, India
Overview
Banka is a small town located in southeastern Bihar, India, offering an authentic slice of local life and culture. The city features lively bazaars, historic temples, and an emerging mix of urban and rural experiences. Banka is known for its friendly residents and is a gateway to nearby natural and spiritual sites.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Bihar
Population
45,977
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
24.89°, 86.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
45
Female Safety
35
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
30
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$333
Local Cost
$144
Local Income
$90
Cashless
30
English
20
Temperature
25.7°C
Summer Avg
30.0°C
Winter Avg
17.8°C
Record High
46.6°C
Record Low
1.7°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
1121 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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