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Bashohli, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Bashohli is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 5,433. Elevation: 1,732 ft (528 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,433 Population 22/sq mi density
1,732 ft Elevation 528 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
66.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,433
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density22/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units2,173
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain66.9 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)
Population5,433
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)
Coordinates32.4997°, 75.8156°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation66.9 inches (1,699 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Bashohli

Bashohli is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 5,433. The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet (528 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bashohli has a population of 5,433 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 249.8 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,433
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
249.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bashohli vs India Average

The median household income in Bashohli is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 98 business establishments.

Income: Bashohli vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bashohli is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,173 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,173

Property Tax

Bashohli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 66.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,732 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above India avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)
Area249.8 sq mi (646.9 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates32.4997°N, 75.8156°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.9"
76% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 18.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

180 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 63 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 93 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 70 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 69 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 90 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 118 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 100 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 92 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 92 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 82 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 67 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 86 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 91 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 120 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 78 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 19 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 85 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 60 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 63 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 82 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 - 19,000 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.5 in
April 76°F (25°C) 1.5 in
May 85°F (30°C) 1.3 in
June 89°F (32°C) 3.2 in Warmest
July 83°F (28°C) 18.5 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 18.0 in
September 80°F (26°C) 8.9 in
October 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in

Bashohli has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 53°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 66.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.5") and November the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Bashohli

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GMS Sachara - - - -
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Libraries in Bashohli

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
dalhousie library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bashohli

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tibetan Refugee market

Bus Stations in Bashohli

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stand

Airports Near Bashohli

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station-Medium 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Bashohli

What is the population of Bashohli?

Bashohli has a population of 5,433 residents and is located in India. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 249.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bashohli expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bashohli?

Bashohli has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.9 inches.

How is the job market in Bashohli?

The job market in Bashohli faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bashohli?

The median home value in Bashohli is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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