Banihāl, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Banihāl is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 3,900. Elevation: 5,410 ft (1,649 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

3,900 Population 19/sq mi density
5,410 ft Elevation 1,649 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
49.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone

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People

Population3,900
Density19/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)
Population3,900
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)
Coordinates33.4365°, 75.1968°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation49.3 inches (1,252 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.7 inches (37 cm)

About Banihāl

Banihāl is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 3,900. The city sits at an elevation of 5,410 feet (1,649 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Banihāl experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,410 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below India avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Geography

Elevation5,410 ft (1,649 m)
Area200.8 sq mi (519.9 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates33.4365°N, 75.1968°E
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.3"
30% above India avg
Snowfall 14.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.09"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

197 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 75 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 147 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 136 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 75 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 49 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 75 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 72 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 145 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 143 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 39 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 118 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 52 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 110 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 71 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 102 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 39 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 127 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 122 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 98 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 6.0 in
March 40°F (4°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 50°F (10°C) 5.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.4 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in Driest
December 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in

Banihāl has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 29°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and November the driest (1.3").

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Farmers Markets in Banihāl

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit and Vegetable Market

Hotels in Banihāl

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Train Stations in Banihāl

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banihal
Khari
Khari
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Gas Stations in Banihāl

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #2835089157

Stadiums & Teams in Banihāl

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Airports Near Banihāl

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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What is the population of Banihāl?

Banihāl has a population of 3,900 residents and is located in India. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 200.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Banihāl?

Banihāl has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.3 inches, with 14.7 inches of snow.

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