Bihar

Patna

One of the world's oldest cities

52/100
Average
Rs 7k+1BHK Rent
AQI 92Moderate
Research localitySafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
16.8 L
Census estimate
Area
136 km²
Elevation
53m
above sea level
Avg Temp
27°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 1
State
Bihar
Coordinates
25.61°N
85.14°E

Livability Scores

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Education61
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Healthcare60
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Safety51
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Cost of Living67
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AQI45
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Transport60
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Lifestyle59
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Economy47
Weather46
National average
Best For
AncientRiversideAffordable
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Air Quality Index

92
Satisfactory
Safe for most people outdoors
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
27°C
Hottest
33°C
Coolest
22°C
Annual Rain
901mm
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F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
O
N
D
Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

PMCH (Patna Medical College Hospital)
Government Hospital
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AIIMS Patna
AIIMS
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IGIMS (Indira Gandhi Institute)
Government Institute
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Key Institutions

NIT Patna
NIT
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AIIMS Patna
AIIMS
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Patna University
State University
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Transport Hubs

Arrah Airstrip
0 km away
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Chapra Airfield
0 km away
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Muzzafarpur Airport
0 km away
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Cultural Climate

Hindi-dominant. Easy for North Indians; strong culture of Bihari hospitality.

Migrant Openness
Moderate
Language Barrier
Low
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

Bihar capital; Hindi-speaking city with government and education focus.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Patna

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Patna

Is Patna a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Patna scores 52/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Patna?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Patna for a transferred employee?

Patna is marked as Low cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Patna?

Current air quality guidance for Patna is Moderate. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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