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Doda, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Doda is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 21,605. Elevation: 3,907 ft (1,191 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
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21,605 Population 21/sq mi density
3,907 ft Elevation 1,191 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
47.9 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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About Doda

Doda

Doda is a town and a notified area committee in Doda district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Doda has an average elevation of 1,107 metres (3,632 ft).

People

Population21,605
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density21/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 Units8,642
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation3,907 ft (1,191 m)
Population21,605
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation3,907 ft (1,191 m)
Coordinates33.1492°, 75.5475°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation47.9 inches (1,217 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Doda

Doda is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 21,605. The city sits at an elevation of 3,907 feet (1,191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Doda has a population of 21,605 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,013.5 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

21,605
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
1,013.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Doda vs India Average

The median household income in Doda 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 389 business establishments.

Income: Doda 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)389

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Doda 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 8,642 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 Units8,642

Property Tax

Climate in Doda

Doda has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.9°C), the coldest is Jan (2.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1361 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.3°C / 36°F -6.6° / 12.6° 124.8
Feb 4.6°C / 40°F -7° / 14.7° 91.7
Mar 8.9°C / 48°F -1.3° / 20.2° 131.1
Apr 13.5°C / 56°F 2.8° / 23.7° 98.2
May 17.5°C / 63°F 6.8° / 28.5° 70.7
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 11° / 30.2° 84.8
Jul 20.9°C / 70°F 14.7° / 28.5° 274.4
Aug 20°C / 68°F 14.5° / 25.3° 232.9
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 11.8° / 24.5° 109.4
Oct 13.7°C / 57°F 4.5° / 22.5° 47.8
Nov 9°C / 48°F -0.3° / 19.1° 53.8
Dec 4.9°C / 41°F -5.2° / 16.2° 41.3
Doda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,907 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above India avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,907 ft (1,191 m)
Area1,013.5 sq mi (2,625.0 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates33.1492°N, 75.5475°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.42"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

198 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 31 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 25 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 34 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 34 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 41 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 122 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 104 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 18 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 65 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 39 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 68 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 16 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 26 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 118 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 62 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 23 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 22 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 35 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 123 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 144 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 - 19,000 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in
March 49°F (10°C) 6.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
May 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 6.4 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in Driest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in

Doda has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.4") and November the driest (1.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Doda

Institution Type Founded Website
Degree College Ground. College - ,

Dentists in Doda

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Royal Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Doda

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #1182656155

Airports Near Doda

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Doda

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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Jamia Masjid Sharief Bikheryan
Jamia Masjid Sharief Ponda
Mamdir
Mandir
Masjid Sharief Bait ul Huda Nagan

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 Doda

What is the population of Doda?

Doda has a population of 21,605 residents and is located in India. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,013.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Doda 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 Doda?

Doda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches.

How is the job market in Doda?

The job market in Doda faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 389 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Doda?

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

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