Chamba, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Chamba is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 21,502. Elevation: 3,120 ft (951 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

21,502 Population 27,925/sq mi density
3,120 ft Elevation 951 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone

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About Chamba

Chamba

Chamba is a town in the Chamba district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. According to the 2001 Indian census, Chamba has a population of 20,312. Located at an altitude of 1,006 metres (3,301 ft) above mean sea level, the town is situated on the banks of the Ravi River, at its confluence with the Sal River.

People

Population21,502
Density27,925/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)
Population21,502
Population Density27,925 / sq mi
Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)
Coordinates32.5553°, 76.1265°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chamba

Chamba is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 21,502. The city sits at an elevation of 3,120 feet (951 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Climate in Chamba

Chamba has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (18.9°C), the coldest is Jan (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1633 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.5°C / 33°F -9.3° / 10.8° 104.2
Feb 2.3°C / 36°F -9.6° / 11.8° 84.8
Mar 6.8°C / 44°F -4.4° / 17.2° 133.9
Apr 11.5°C / 53°F 0.7° / 21.1° 85.7
May 15.2°C / 59°F 5.3° / 25.5° 75.3
Jun 18.4°C / 65°F 9.3° / 26.9° 101.6
Jul 18.9°C / 66°F 12.5° / 25.3° 416.0
Aug 18.3°C / 65°F 13.2° / 23.5° 362.8
Sep 16.7°C / 62°F 10.3° / 22.8° 154.2
Oct 12°C / 54°F 3.9° / 20.5° 39.0
Nov 7.5°C / 45°F -2.3° / 16.4° 38.8
Dec 3.2°C / 38°F -7.2° / 13.8° 37.0
Chamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,120 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above India avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation3,120 ft (951 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density27,925/sq mi
Coordinates32.5553°N, 76.1265°E
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 18.66"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

184 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 61 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 95 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 66 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 66 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 84 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 91 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 74 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 97 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 93 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 67 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 48 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 81 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 97 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 94 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 12 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 87 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 38 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 48 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 78 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 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 5.6 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
March 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in
April 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in
May 74°F (23°C) 2.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 4.4 in Warmest
July 74°F (23°C) 18.6 in
August 72°F (22°C) 18.7 in Wettest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in

Chamba has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 46°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 76.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.7") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Chamba

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Central Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chamba

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Chamba

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
dalhousie library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chamba

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chamba Market
Tibetan Refugee market

Hotels in Chamba

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lodge
The Devdar

Cafes in Chamba

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sharma Confectionery Tea Stall

Castles in Chamba

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shri Bhuri Singh Palace

Dentists in Chamba

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pearls dental clinic & implant center

Bus Stations in Chamba

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chamba Old ISBT

Gas Stations in Chamba

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #10224645808
Indian Oil Corporation Limited

Banks in Chamba

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Airports Near Chamba

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport

Post Offices in Chamba

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
General Post Office Chamba

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chamba

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bajreshwari Devi
Chamunda Mata Temple
Church
Devi Sui Mata Temple
Khajji Nag Mandir
Pohlani Mata
Shri Hari Rai Temple
Shri Laxmi Narayan Mandir

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 Chamba

What is the population of Chamba?

Chamba has a population of 21,502 residents and is located in India. The population density is 27,925 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chamba?

Chamba enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

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