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Champawat, India

Uttarakhand · India

Champawat is a small town in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 4,668. Elevation: 5,335 ft (1,626 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,668 Population 2,419/sq mi density
5,335 ft Elevation 1,626 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
64.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$2,500 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Champawat

Champawat

Champawat is a town and a Nagar Palika Parishad in Champawat district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is the administrative headquarters of Champawat district. The town was the former capital of the Kumaon Kingdom.

People

Population4,668
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density2,419/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,500
Per Capita$2,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units1,867
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Population4,668
Population Density2,419 / sq mi
Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Coordinates29.3350°, 80.0778°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation64.5 inches (1,638 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,500
Median Age28.0 years

About Champawat

Champawat is a small town in India (Uttarakhand) with a population of 4,668. The city sits at an elevation of 5,335 feet (1,626 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Champawat has a population of 4,668 with a density of 2,419 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,668
Total Population
2,419
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below India avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Champawat vs India Average

The median household income in Champawat is $2,500, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $50, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 84 business establishments.

Income: Champawat vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,500
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,600
Avg Weekly Wage$50

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)84

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Champawat is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,867 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,867

Property Tax

Champawat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,335 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above India avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,335 ft (1,626 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density2,419/sq mi
Coordinates29.3350°N, 80.0778°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.5"
70% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.36"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

147 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 22, 2025.

Mar 28, 1999 9 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M6.6 146 km
Oct 3, 2023 39 km NE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.7 114 km
Jan 5, 1997 1 km E of Dh?rchula, India M5.6 72 km
Mar 28, 1999 12 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M5.4 128 km
Apr 4, 2011 24 km SE of D?rchul?, Nepal M5.3 77 km
Mar 30, 1999 10 km WSW of P?palkoti, India M5.3 136 km
Jun 22, 2010 9 km WNW of Dh?rchula, India M5.2 69 km
Sep 21, 1990 10 km S of B?geshwar, India M5.1 53 km
Apr 27, 2023 72 km NE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.1 146 km
Apr 6, 1999 10 km W of P?palkoti, India M5.1 140 km
Jul 17, 1994 43 km ESE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.0 127 km
May 5, 2006 27 km NNE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.0 91 km
Jul 6, 2010 11 km W of Dh?rchula, India M5.0 64 km
May 11, 2022 16 km NW of Dh?rchula, India M4.9 78 km
Apr 7, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 125 km
Jan 2, 1993 21 km SE of Dipayal, Nepal M4.9 103 km
Apr 14, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 127 km
Dec 8, 1994 17 km SE of Josh?math, India M4.9 128 km
Dec 18, 1990 14 km ENE of Rudrapray?g, India M4.9 145 km
Apr 1, 2015 11 km SE of P?palkoti, India M4.9 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
March 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in
April 71°F (21°C) 1.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
June 75°F (24°C) 7.9 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 17.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 14.7 in
September 70°F (21°C) 8.4 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in

Champawat has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 50°F in January to 75°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.4") and November the driest (0.4").

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Monuments in Champawat

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ek Hathiya Naula

Dentists in Champawat

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muskan Dental Care

Bus Stations in Champawat

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #1176877917

Airports Near Champawat

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pantnagar AirportPGHMedium Airport
Baitadi AirportBITSmall Airport
Darchula AirportDAPSmall Airport
Dhangarhi AirportDHISmall Airport
Mahendranagar AirportXMGSmall Airport
Pithoragarh AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Champawat

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baleshwar Temple
Ghatku (Ghatotkacha) Temple
Gwal (Golu) Devta Temple
Hingla Devi Temple
Kranteshwar Mahadev
Naagnath Temple
Narsingh Temple
Naun Chula Temple

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 Champawat

What is the population of Champawat?

Champawat has a population of 4,668 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,419 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Champawat expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,500, 97% 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 $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Champawat?

Champawat enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches.

How is the job market in Champawat?

The unemployment rate in Champawat is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $50. There are 84 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Champawat?

The median home value in Champawat is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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