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Bijbehara, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Bijbehara is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 24,590. Elevation: 5,272 ft (1,607 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
24,590 Population 240/sq mi density
5,272 ft Elevation 1,607 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.5 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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People

Population24,590
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density240/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 Units9,836
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Population24,590
Population Density240 / sq mi
Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Coordinates33.7938°, 75.1070°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Bijbehara

Bijbehara is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 24,590. The city sits at an elevation of 5,272 feet (1,607 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bijbehara has a population of 24,590 with a density of 240 people per square mile, spread across 102.6 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

24,590
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
102.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bijbehara vs India Average

The median household income in Bijbehara 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 443 business establishments.

Income: Bijbehara 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)443

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bijbehara 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 9,836 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 Units9,836

Property Tax

Climate in Bijbehara

Bijbehara has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1103 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.2°C / 26°F -15.2° / 7.3° 146.8
Feb -1.4°C / 30°F -14.7° / 8.4° 106.8
Mar 3.6°C / 38°F -7.8° / 13.9° 136.4
Apr 8.5°C / 47°F -1.8° / 18.5° 132.1
May 12.4°C / 54°F 2.3° / 22.8° 82.5
Jun 16.1°C / 61°F 6.4° / 25.8° 83.3
Jul 18.7°C / 66°F 10.6° / 27.3° 118.2
Aug 18.3°C / 65°F 10.3° / 26.7° 88.7
Sep 16.3°C / 61°F 7.6° / 25.8° 38.7
Oct 10.5°C / 51°F -0.9° / 21.8° 48.0
Nov 4.6°C / 40°F -8° / 16.6° 78.0
Dec -0.2°C / 32°F -11.7° / 11.6° 43.5
Bijbehara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,272 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above India avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,272 ft (1,607 m)
Area102.6 sq mi (265.7 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates33.7938°N, 75.1070°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

195 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 M5.7 108 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 120 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 146 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 76 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 148 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 105 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 96 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 124 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 106 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 88 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 148 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 70 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 97 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 127 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 71 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 140 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 79 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 135 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 97 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 5.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
June 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in

Bijbehara has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and November the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Bijbehara

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Delhi Public School (DPS) Anantnag - - - -
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Libraries in Bijbehara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alif Academy0.0
District Library, Pulwama0.0

Farmers Markets in Bijbehara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chaar Yaar Complex
Fruit and Vegetable Market
Saffron Shopping Complex

Gas Stations in Bijbehara

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Petrol station

Stadiums & Teams in Bijbehara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Bijbehara

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Bijbehara

What is the population of Bijbehara?

Bijbehara has a population of 24,590 residents and is located in India. The population density is 240 people per square mile, spread across 102.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bijbehara 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 Bijbehara?

Bijbehara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

How is the job market in Bijbehara?

The job market in Bijbehara faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 443 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bijbehara?

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

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