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Buna Hir, India

Jammu and Kashmir · 🇮🇳 India

Buna Hir is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 6,348. Elevation: 5,436 ft (1,657 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,348 Population
5,436 ft Elevation 1,657 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population6,348
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation5,436 ft (1,657 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population6,348
Elevation5,436 ft (1,657 m)
Coordinates34.5243°, 74.2030°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation33.7 inches (857 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Buna Hir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buna Hir receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Buna Hir offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buna Hir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Buna Hir has a population of 6,348. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,348
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Buna Hir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buna Hir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buna Hir is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Buna Hir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buna Hir, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Buna Hir vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Buna Hir experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.7 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 5,436 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation5,436 ft (1,657 m)
Coordinates34.5243°N, 74.2030°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in

Buna Hir has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and November the driest (0.9").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buna Hir

What is the population of Buna Hir?

Buna Hir has a population of 6,348 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Buna Hir expensive to live in?

Buna Hir is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buna Hir?

Buna Hir has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Buna Hir?

Buna Hir has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Buna Hir?

34.4% of adults in Buna Hir hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Buna Hir?

The obesity rate in Buna Hir is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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