Uttar Pradesh

Prayagraj

City of the eternal confluence

59/100
Average
Rs 8k+1BHK Rent
AQI 81Moderate
Research localitySafety
Good for familiesSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
11.1 L
Census estimate
Area
72 km²
Elevation
98m
above sea level
Avg Temp
26°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 1
State
Uttar Pradesh
Coordinates
25.44°N
81.85°E

Livability Scores

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Education62
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Healthcare61
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Safety52
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Cost of Living68
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AQI46
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Transport61
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Lifestyle60
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Economy63
Weather62
National average
Best For
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Air Quality Index

81
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
26°C
Hottest
32°C
Coolest
21°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

SRN Hospital (Swarup Rani Nehru)
Government Hospital
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Tej Bahadur Sapru Hospital
Government Hospital
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Kamla Nehru Memorial Hospital
Charitable Hospital
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Key Institutions

University of Allahabad
Central University
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Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT)
NIT
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Sam Higginbottom University (SHUATS)
Deemed University
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Transport Hubs

Benti Airstrip
44 km away
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Prithviganj Airstrap
50 km away
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Allahabad Bamrauli Airport
11 km away
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Cultural Climate

Hindi-dominant. Easy for North Indians. IIT, NIT, and university presence adds cosmopolitan layer.

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

UP administrative and education city; Hindi-dominant with major university presence.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Prayagraj

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Prayagraj

Is Prayagraj a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Prayagraj scores 59/100 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 Prayagraj?

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 Prayagraj for a transferred employee?

Prayagraj 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 Prayagraj?

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

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