Chhattisgarh

Raipur

Steel city of central India

55/100
Average
Rs 6k+1BHK Rent
AQI 64Moderate
Research localitySafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
10.1 L
Census estimate
Area
226 km²
Elevation
298m
above sea level
Avg Temp
27°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 2
State
Chhattisgarh
Coordinates
21.25°N
81.63°E

Livability Scores

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Education49
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Healthcare45
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Safety51
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Cost of Living62
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AQI50
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Transport45
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Lifestyle49
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Economy52
Weather56
National average
Best For
IndustrialAffordableGrowing
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Air Quality Index

64
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
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Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

AIIMS Raipur
AIIMS
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Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Hospital
Government Hospital
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Ramkrishna CARE Hospital
Private Hospital
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Key Institutions

IIT Bhilai
IIT
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NIT Raipur
NIT
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AIIMS Raipur
AIIMS
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Transport Hubs

Raipur Airport
Domestic
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Raipur Railway Station
Indian Railways
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Raipur Bus Terminal
State Bus
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Cultural Climate

Hindi-dominant Chhattisgarhi culture. Easy for Hindi speakers; PSU presence helps.

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

Chhattisgarh capital; industrial and government city. Hindi-speaking.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Raipur

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Raipur

Is Raipur a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Raipur scores 55/100 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 Raipur?

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 Raipur for a transferred employee?

Raipur 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 Raipur?

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

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