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Batāla, India

Punjab · India

Batāla is a large city in Punjab, India with a population of 158,621. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
158,621 Population 9,779/sq mi density
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
30.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population158,621
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density9,779/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,650
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.5%

Housing

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Home Value$20,000
Rent$45
Housing Units63,448
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Population158,621
Population Density9,779 / sq mi
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates31.8092°, 75.2029°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (761 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Batāla

Batāla is a large city in India (Punjab) with a population of 158,621. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Batāla has a population of 158,621 with a density of 9,779 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

158,621
Total Population
9,779
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
16.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Batāla vs India Average

The median household income in Batāla is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $51, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 50 business establishments.

Income: Batāla vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,650
Avg Weekly Wage$51

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above India avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below India avg
Establishments (County)50

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare48
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Batāla is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 63,448 total housing units in the city. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden26.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units63,448

Property Tax

Climate in Batāla

Batāla has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Jun (35.4°C), the coldest is Jan (11.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1196 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.5°C / 53°F 3.2° / 21.7° 68.8
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 4.3° / 26.4° 42.3
Mar 20.7°C / 69°F 9.9° / 34.2° 63.1
Apr 26.8°C / 80°F 14.3° / 39.9° 39.5
May 32.1°C / 90°F 19.4° / 46.3° 36.1
Jun 35.4°C / 96°F 24.4° / 46.3° 85.0
Jul 32.4°C / 90°F 25° / 43.1° 356.4
Aug 29.9°C / 86°F 23.8° / 36.1° 284.0
Sep 28.4°C / 83°F 21.5° / 34.7° 140.5
Oct 24°C / 75°F 15° / 32.7° 39.0
Nov 18.6°C / 65°F 9.9° / 29.6° 22.2
Dec 13.4°C / 56°F 3.9° / 25.4° 19.3
Batāla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above India avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²)
Population Density9,779/sq mi
Coordinates31.8092°N, 75.2029°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.0"
21% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.06"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

53 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 112 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 129 km
Apr 14, 2005 21 km E of Chamba, India M4.8 138 km
Jul 4, 2005 25 km NE of Chamba, India M4.8 146 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 117 km
May 14, 2013 11 km N of Bhadarw?h, India M4.7 150 km
Oct 3, 2002 Pakistan M4.6 142 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 139 km
May 13, 2022 20 km NNE of Chamba, India M4.6 140 km
Jul 2, 2020 21 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.6 150 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 128 km
May 1, 2013 4 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M4.6 143 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 87 km
Mar 27, 2020 15 km N of Chamba, India M4.5 133 km
Jun 14, 2018 22 km E of Chamba, India M4.5 137 km
Jan 26, 1992 11 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.5 126 km
Jul 17, 2016 7 km ESE of Kahna Nau, Pakistan M4.5 88 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 134 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 108 km
May 13, 1994 13 km N of Kathua, India M4.4 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.6 in
June 90°F (32°C) 1.7 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 9.1 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.0 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
October 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 0.6 in

Batāla has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and November the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Batāla

Institution Type Founded Website
Jamia Ahmadiyya Qadian University - ,

Schools in Batāla

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Middle School, Kotli Dhole Shah - - - -
DIVINE WILL PUBLIC SCHOOL - - - -
Govt. High School - - - -
Govt. Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Batāla

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
desi world radio (USA) (US) - MP3
Punjab Rocks Radio classic rock, rock MP3 64 kbps
Desi World Radio - MP3

Libraries in Batāla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nooruddin Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Batāla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chara Mandi
Grain Market
Grain Market

Hotels in Batāla

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grandway 2
Kangs Villa

Clinics in Batāla

10 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A.S. Goraya Physiotheapy Clinic and Rehabilitation Centre
Bajwa Nursing Home
Dr. Kuljit's Noor Nursing Home
Dr. R.S. Kalsi Clinic
ECHS Poly Clinic
Famous Optical
Ghuman Nursing Home
Jaspal Memorial Skin Clinic
Physio Rajat Physiotherapy Clinic
Preet Clinic

Dentists in Batāla

12 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amritsar Dental Clinic and Orthodontic Centre
Care and Cure Mehta Dental Clinic
Dental Clinic
Dental Solutions
Dr. Ram Lekha Optical Eye and Dental Hospital
Dr. Sonia Bedi Dentex Clinic
Ghai Dental Clinic and Optical Care Centre
Gurhar's Home Of Dentistree - Dental Clinic
National Dental Clinic
Sparkle Dental Clinic
Sukhmani Dental Clinic
Sunny Multi Speciality Dental Hospital

Train Stations in Batāla

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Batala Junction
Batala Sugar Mills
Jaintipura

Gas Stations in Batāla

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

H P

Airports Near Batāla

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International AirportATQLarge Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Beas Airport-Small Airport
Sialkot Cantonment Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Batāla

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gurudwara Sahib Johal
Gurudwara Singh Sabha
kahlon residence

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Batāla

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 1
Hospitals 48
Hotels 2
Places of Worship 1

🇮🇳 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 Batāla

What is the population of Batāla?

Batāla has a population of 158,621 residents and is located in India. The population density is 9,779 people per square mile, spread across 16.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Batāla expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Batāla?

Batāla has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.

How is the job market in Batāla?

The unemployment rate in Batāla is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 50 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Batāla?

The median home value in Batāla is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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