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Chowari, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Chowari is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 3,000. Elevation: 3,281 ft (1,000 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,000 Population 3,704/sq mi density
3,281 ft Elevation 1,000 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
86.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Chowari

Chowari is a town and a Nagar Panchayat in Chamba district, in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.

People

Population3,000
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density3,704/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units1,200
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain86.3 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Population3,000
Population Density3,704 / sq mi
Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Coordinates32.4319°, 76.0120°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation86.3 inches (2,192 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Chowari

Chowari is a small town in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 3,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Chowari has a population of 3,000 with a density of 3,704 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,000
Total Population
3,704
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Chowari vs India Average

The median household income in Chowari is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 54 business establishments.

Income: Chowari vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Chowari is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,200 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,200

Property Tax

Chowari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,281 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above India avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,281 ft (1,000 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density3,704/sq mi
Coordinates32.4319°N, 76.0120°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.3"
127% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 22.40"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

179 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 71 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 77 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 104 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 77 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 96 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 108 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 105 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 92 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 64 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 83 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 102 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 111 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 93 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 104 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 90 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 88 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 41 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 61 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 96 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 15 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 87 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
May 70°F (21°C) 2.6 in
June 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
July 70°F (21°C) 22.2 in
August 69°F (20°C) 22.4 in Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 10.3 in
October 62°F (16°C) 2.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in

Chowari has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 43°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 86.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (22.4") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Chowari

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Govt Middle School - - - -
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Libraries in Chowari

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
dalhousie library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chowari

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chamba Market
Tibetan Refugee market

Restaurants in Chowari

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rajput Punjabi Dhaba
Tandon Dhaba

Cafes in Chowari

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Funky Town

Bus Stations in Chowari

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chowari Bus Stand

Airports Near Chowari

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chowari

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chamunda Devi Mandir
Mahakali Mandir
Tara Devi Temple
Tarawasini

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 Chowari

What is the population of Chowari?

Chowari has a population of 3,000 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,704 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Chowari expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chowari?

Chowari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.

How is the job market in Chowari?

The unemployment rate in Chowari is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chowari?

The median home value in Chowari is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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