Odisha

Rourkela

Steel city of Odisha

58/100
Average
Rs 4k+1BHK Rent
AQI 74Moderate
Research localitySafety
Migrant-friendlySettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
5.0 L
Census estimate
Area
174 km²
Elevation
219m
above sea level
Avg Temp
27°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 2
State
Odisha
Coordinates
22.26°N
84.85°E

Livability Scores

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Education52
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Healthcare48
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Safety54
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Cost of Living65
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AQI53
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Transport48
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Lifestyle52
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Economy55
Weather59
National average
Best For
IndustrialPSU HubSteel CityEducation
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Flats in Rourkela

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Air Quality Index

74
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

Ispat General Hospital (SAIL-RSP)
PSU Hospital
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Rourkela Government Hospital
Government Hospital
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Shri Jagannath Hospital
Private Hospital
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Key Institutions

NIT Rourkela
NIT
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SAIL-RSP Technical Institute
Technical Institute
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Ispat General Hospital Nursing College
Nursing College
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Transport Hubs

Barbil Tonto Airport
59 km away
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Gua Airstrip
55 km away
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Rourkela Airport
4 km away
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Cultural Climate

Hindi widely spoken alongside Odia. SAIL township culture makes it one of Odisha's most open cities.

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

SAIL steel city in Odisha; built on pan-India migrant base, very cosmopolitan for its size.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Rourkela

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Rourkela

Is Rourkela a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Rourkela scores 58/100 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 Rourkela?

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 Rourkela for a transferred employee?

Rourkela 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 Rourkela?

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

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