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Bunjwah, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Bunjwah is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 15,899. Elevation: 8,612 ft (2,625 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

1.8 /5.0
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15,899 Population 123/sq mi density
8,612 ft Elevation 2,625 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
48.9 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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People

Population15,899
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density123/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 Units6,360
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation8,612 ft (2,625 m)
Population15,899
Population Density123 / sq mi
Elevation8,612 ft (2,625 m)
Coordinates33.1458°, 75.9479°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,243 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Bunjwah

Bunjwah is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 15,899. The city sits at an elevation of 8,612 feet (2,625 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Bunjwah has a population of 15,899 with a density of 123 people per square mile, spread across 128.8 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,899
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
128.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bunjwah vs India Average

The median household income in Bunjwah 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 286 business establishments.

Income: Bunjwah 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)286

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bunjwah 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 6,360 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 Units6,360

Property Tax

Climate in Bunjwah

Bunjwah has an average annual temperature of 3.5°C (38°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1348 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -7.7°C / 18°F -21.1° / 2.7° 112.0
Feb -6.3°C / 21°F -21.8° / 3.4° 89.9
Mar -1.6°C / 29°F -15.1° / 7.9° 142.0
Apr 3.1°C / 38°F -9.2° / 12.1° 98.3
May 7.2°C / 45°F -2.8° / 17° 74.8
Jun 10.8°C / 51°F 1.8° / 19.9° 80.4
Jul 13.3°C / 56°F 5.9° / 20.3° 273.4
Aug 13°C / 55°F 5.8° / 19.5° 235.6
Sep 10.6°C / 51°F 2.5° / 18.5° 110.1
Oct 4.8°C / 41°F -5.7° / 14.4° 41.1
Nov -0.4°C / 31°F -13.1° / 10.1° 50.0
Dec -5.1°C / 23°F -18.4° / 6.1° 40.4
Bunjwah experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 8,612 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below India avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,612 ft (2,625 m)
Area128.8 sq mi (333.5 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates33.1458°N, 75.9479°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above India avg
Snowfall 5.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

199 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 12 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 30 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 4 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 17 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 5 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 38 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 67 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 85 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 81 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 34 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 38 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 13 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 28 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 27 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 24 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 29 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 10 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 65 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 16 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 81 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 19,000 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 5.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in Warmest
July 67°F (20°C) 6.5 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
October 56°F (14°C) 1.7 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.9 in

Bunjwah has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 34°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and November the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Bunjwah

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Higher secondary school Patnazi
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Banks in Bunjwah

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EBU, J&K Bank

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bunjwah

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Eid Gah
Markazi Jamia Masjid Patnazi

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 Bunjwah

What is the population of Bunjwah?

Bunjwah has a population of 15,899 residents and is located in India. The population density is 123 people per square mile, spread across 128.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bunjwah 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 Bunjwah?

Bunjwah has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bunjwah?

The job market in Bunjwah faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 286 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bunjwah?

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

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