Dalhousie, India
Himachal Pradesh · India
Dalhousie is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 7,601. Elevation: 5,568 ft (1,697 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Dalhousie
Dalhousie is a hill station, near the town of Chamba in Chamba district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated across five hills and has an elevation of 1,970 m (6,460 ft) above sea level. It is 17 kilometres (11 mi) from Khajjiar and 35 kilometres (22 mi) from Chamba town.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,601 |
| Population Density | 2,585 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,568 ft (1,697 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.5522°, 75.9466° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Himachal Pradesh |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.3 inches (1,837 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dalhousie
Dalhousie is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 7,601. The city sits at an elevation of 5,568 feet (1,697 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above India avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,568 ft (1,697 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,585/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.5522°N, 75.9466°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | KANGRA, INDIA | Earthquake | - | 19,000 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 18.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 17.8 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in |
Dalhousie has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 82°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.2") and November the driest (0.8").
Schools in Dalhousie
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central school for Tibetans | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dalhousie
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Dalhousie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| dalhousie library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dalhousie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamba Market | |||||
| Tibetan Refugee market |
Hotels in Dalhousie
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dalhousie
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dalhousie
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Dalhousie
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dalhousie
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dalhousie
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dalhousie
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kangra Airport | DHM | Medium Airport |
| Pathankot Airport | IXP | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Dalhousie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Indian post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dalhousie
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Devi Sheetla Mata | |
| Jai Maa Pohlani | |
| Mani Mahesh View Point | |
| Pohlani Mata Mandir | |
| Shiv Shakti Mandir | |
| St. Francis Church | |
| St. John's Church | |
| Temple | |
| Tibetan Prayer Wheel |
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Waterfalls Near Dalhousie
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dalhousie.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Panchpula |
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What is the population of Dalhousie?
Dalhousie has a population of 7,601 residents and is located in India. The population density is 2,585 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dalhousie?
Dalhousie enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 72.3 inches.
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