Kandhamal
City in Odisha, India
Overview
Kandhamal, set in Odisha's lush highlands, is renowned for its tribal heritage, stunning landscapes, and pepper plantations. The region offers a peaceful retreat and opportunities to experience authentic Odia culture and rural India.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Odisha
Population
733,110
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
20.30°, 84.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
25
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$364
Local Cost
$165
Local Income
$125
Cashless
30
English
30
Temperature
25.8°C
Summer Avg
27.8°C
Winter Avg
20.1°C
Record High
46.8°C
Record Low
4.8°C
Humidity
64%
Precipitation
1423 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 45/100.