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Banjār, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Banjār is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 1,414. Elevation: 4,731 ft (1,442 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,414 Population 1,644/sq mi density
4,731 ft Elevation 1,442 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,414
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density1,644/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units566
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation4,731 ft (1,442 m)
Population1,414
Population Density1,644 / sq mi
Elevation4,731 ft (1,442 m)
Coordinates31.6390°, 77.3406°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation46.2 inches (1,174 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Banjār

Banjār is a small town in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 1,414. The city sits at an elevation of 4,731 feet (1,442 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Banjār has a population of 1,414 with a density of 1,644 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,414
Total Population
1,644
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Banjār vs India Average

The median household income in Banjār is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 25 business establishments.

Income: Banjār vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)25

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Banjār is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 566 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units566

Property Tax

Banjār experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,731 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below India avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,731 ft (1,442 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,644/sq mi
Coordinates31.6390°N, 77.3406°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.2"
22% above India avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.11"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

109 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 115 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 120 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 73 km
Jul 9, 2013 111 km ENE of Man?li, India M5.0 149 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 17 km
Oct 8, 2012 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.9 107 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 115 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 134 km
Jun 17, 2000 83 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.8 112 km
Oct 2, 2012 38 km WSW of Kyelang, India M4.8 114 km
Sep 14, 1996 11 km SE of Barkot, India M4.8 135 km
Apr 14, 2005 21 km E of Chamba, India M4.8 139 km
Feb 28, 2005 37 km W of Kyelang, India M4.8 120 km
Mar 5, 2003 78 km E of Sar?han, India M4.7 122 km
Oct 12, 2000 99 km ENE of Man?li, India M4.7 130 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 51 km
Feb 3, 2007 99 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.7 128 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 12 km
Aug 24, 2021 112 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.7 145 km
Aug 31, 2000 79 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.7 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake — 19,000 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in Warmest
July 62°F (17°C) 8.1 in Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 6.5 in
September 59°F (15°C) 5.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in

Banjār has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in January to 63°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Banjār

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jibhi school — — — —
Government Model School Dhogra — — — —
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Radio Stations near Banjār

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Farmers Markets in Banjār

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bhuntar Market
Gushaini Bazaar
Vegetable Market

Hotels in Banjār

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GHNP Ropa Complex
Green Meadows Home Stay
Hotel Golden Valley
Hotel Royal
Mountiver
Pandav Sheela Home Stay
Rest House Janjehli
Sandhya
Sun N Sky
Tri mounts restuarant and cafe

Restaurants in Banjār

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Jungle Valley
Hope Café
Moon Light Cafe
Shankar Dhaba
Sharma restaurant

Cafes in Banjār

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mystic Garden Cafe Jibhi

Castles in Banjār

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raghupur Fort

Clinics in Banjār

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Laxmi Clinic

Bus Stations in Banjār

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banjar
Tachi

Gas Stations in Banjār

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #10955982493
IN #10955984309
IN #10955993525

Banks in Banjār

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H P State co-operative agriculture and rural bank
Punjab National Bank Banjar Branch
SBI
SBI

Airports Near Banjār

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kullu Manali AirportKUUMedium Airport
Shimla AirportSLVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Banjār

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Balichowki Post office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Banjār

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Great Himalayan National Park Conservation AreaNatural2014

Churches & Religious Organizations in Banjār

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Balo Temple
Balo Temple
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Mandir
Shringa Rishi Temple
Temple
Temple
Temple
Temple
Temple
Temple

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Waterfalls
6
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Banjār

Great Himalayan National Park Conservation Area
Natural · inscribed 2014
This National Park in the western part of the Himalayan Mountains in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is characterized by high alpine peaks, alpine meadows and riverine forests. The 90,540 ha property includes the upper mountain glacial and snow m...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Banjār

What is the population of Banjār?

Banjār has a population of 1,414 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,644 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Banjār expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Banjār?

Banjār has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Banjār?

The unemployment rate in Banjār is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 25 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Banjār?

The median home value in Banjār is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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