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Dārapur, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Dārapur is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 8,464. Elevation: 5,689 ft (1,734 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
8,464 Population 13/sq mi density
5,689 ft Elevation 1,734 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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People

Population8,464
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units3,386
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation5,689 ft (1,734 m)
Population8,464
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation5,689 ft (1,734 m)
Coordinates34.5122°, 74.4140°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (889 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Dārapur

Dārapur is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 8,464. The city sits at an elevation of 5,689 feet (1,734 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Dārapur has a population of 8,464 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 656.9 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,464
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
656.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Dārapur vs India Average

The median household income in Dārapur 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 152 business establishments.

Income: Dārapur vs India

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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)152

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Dārapur 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 3,386 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 Units3,386

Property Tax

Dārapur experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,689 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below India avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,689 ft (1,734 m)
Area656.9 sq mi (1,701.3 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates34.5122°N, 74.4140°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.0"
8% below India avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.35"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

325 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 21, 2024.

Jan 24, 1992 northwestern Kashmir M5.5 112 km
Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 113 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 58 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 115 km
Nov 1, 2002 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 114 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 78 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 106 km
Apr 5, 1990 53 km SW of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 129 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 80 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 65 km
Nov 3, 2002 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.3 102 km
Mar 14, 2010 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 88 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 69 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 78 km
Nov 2, 2002 31 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 127 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 67 km
Jun 12, 2019 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.2 144 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 41 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 134 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.5 in
March 38°F (3°C) 5.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
May 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.2 in
September 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 1.0 in Driest
December 34°F (1°C) 1.7 in

Dārapur has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 29°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.4") and November the driest (1.0").

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Farmers Markets in Dārapur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fruit & Vegetable Market, Bandipora
Fruit Mandi Patushay Bandipora
KP Market

Stadiums & Teams in Dārapur

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Dārapur

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Drung Bowls 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Trajan Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hapat Khud Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shaggy's Face 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sheenmai Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat S Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat N Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gulmarg Ski Resort area Phase 2 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Dārapur

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Rawalakot AirportRAZMedium Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport
Poonch Airport-Small Airport

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 Dārapur

What is the population of Dārapur?

Dārapur has a population of 8,464 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 656.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dārapur 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 Dārapur?

Dārapur has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Dārapur?

The job market in Dārapur faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 152 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dārapur?

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

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