Jharkhand

Ranchi

City of waterfalls

56/100
Average
Rs 5k+1BHK Rent
AQI 54Moderate
Research localitySafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
10.7 L
Census estimate
Area
175 km²
Elevation
651m
above sea level
Avg Temp
24°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 2
State
Jharkhand
Coordinates
23.34°N
85.31°E

Livability Scores

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Education50
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Healthcare46
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Safety52
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Cost of Living63
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AQI51
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Transport46
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Lifestyle50
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Economy53
Weather57
National average
Best For
WaterfallsGreenPSU Hub
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Air Quality Index

54
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
24°C
Hottest
30°C
Coolest
19°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

RIMS (Rajendra Institute)
Government Teaching Hospital
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Sadar Hospital Ranchi
Government Hospital
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Manipal Hospital
Private Hospital
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Key Institutions

BIT Mesra
Deemed University
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Ranchi University
State University
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RIMS (Rajendra Institute)
Medical Institute
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Transport Hubs

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

Hindi-dominant. PSU colony presence makes it comfortable for mainland Indians.

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

Jharkhand capital with PSU, mining, and administrative population. Hindi-dominant.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Ranchi

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Ranchi

Is Ranchi a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Ranchi scores 56/100 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 Ranchi?

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 Ranchi for a transferred employee?

Ranchi 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 Ranchi?

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

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