Sign In Register

Chineni, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Chineni is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 2,620. Elevation: 3,612 ft (1,101 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
2,620 Population 10/sq mi density
3,612 ft Elevation 1,101 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
51.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

Discover Chineni, India

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population2,620
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units1,048
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)
Population2,620
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)
Coordinates33.0360°, 75.2836°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,317 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Chineni

Chineni is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 2,620. The city sits at an elevation of 3,612 feet (1,101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chineni has a population of 2,620 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 270.6 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,620
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
270.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chineni vs India Average

The median household income in Chineni 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 47 business establishments.

Income: Chineni vs India

Commute Mode

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)47

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chineni 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 1,048 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 Units1,048

Property Tax

Chineni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,612 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above India avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,612 ft (1,101 m)
Area270.6 sq mi (700.9 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates33.0360°N, 75.2836°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.9"
36% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.36"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

202 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 54 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 139 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 52 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 59 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 59 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 69 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 147 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 41 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 128 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 90 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 40 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 90 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 144 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 66 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 53 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 84 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 49 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 138 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 50 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 5.7 in
March 51°F (10°C) 6.3 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.4 in
May 69°F (20°C) 2.9 in
June 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 7.4 in Wettest
August 71°F (21°C) 7.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in Driest
December 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in

Chineni has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 40°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 51.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and November the driest (1.1").

View full weather details →

Schools in Chineni

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kendriya Vidyalaya Chenani
View full schools details →

Cafes in Chineni

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Zum Zum Kud wale

Stadiums & Teams in Chineni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chineni

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force StationMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chineni

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alpaneshwar Mahadev Temple Mantalai
Gau Karan
Mal Mata Temple
Naag Devta Temple
Naag Devta Temple
Saroli Mata Temple
Shool Panishwar Sudh Mahadev 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Chineni.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Chineni

What is the population of Chineni?

Chineni has a population of 2,620 residents and is located in India. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 270.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chineni 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 Chineni?

Chineni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches.

How is the job market in Chineni?

The job market in Chineni faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 47 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chineni?

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

Nearby Cities

Compare Chineni with another city: