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Gangotri, India

Uttarakhand · 🇮🇳 India

Gangotri is a small town in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 810. Elevation: 10,351 ft (3,155 m). Average temperature: 24°F (-4°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
810 Population
10,351 ft Elevation 3,155 meters
24°F Avg Temperature -4°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 7.3%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

People

Population810
Median Age28.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$2,530
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.3%

Health

Obesity7.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.6%
Depression12.6%

Climate

Avg Temp24°F (-4°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation10,351 ft (3,155 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+80.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population810
Elevation10,351 ft (3,155 m)
Coordinates30.9959°, 78.9432°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature24°F (-4°C)
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (945 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.0 inches (36 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Gangotri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gangotri receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gangotri offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gangotri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Gangotri has a population of 810. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 69.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

810
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gangotri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gangotri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gangotri is N/A. Per capita income is $2,530 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 27, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gangotri vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$2,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living27.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gangotri, 7.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.1% have high blood pressure. 7.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 4.5% report binge drinking. 73.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 12.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gangotri vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity7.3%
77% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking4.5%
Physical Inactivity73.9%
Depression12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%

Food & Exercise

Gangotri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.2 inches. The area receives 14.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 35% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 10,351 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-15°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average24.4°F
55% below US avg
January Average6°F (-15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall14.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median126.0
RatingUnhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Good Days %34.9%

Geography

Elevation10,351 ft (3,155 m)
Coordinates30.9959°N, 78.9432°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 6°F (-15°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 2.6 in
March 15°F (-10°C) 2.8 in
April 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
May 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
June 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
July 41°F (5°C) 9.2 in Wettest
August 41°F (5°C) 7.3 in Warmest
September 36°F (2°C) 5.1 in
October 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
November 18°F (-8°C) 0.7 in Driest
December 11°F (-11°C) 1.7 in

Gangotri has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 6°F in January to 41°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.2") and November the driest (0.7").

34.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. 55.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+80.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.9%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gangotri

What is the population of Gangotri?

Gangotri has a population of 810 residents and is located in India.. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Gangotri expensive to live in?

Gangotri is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 27 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gangotri?

Gangotri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 24°F (-4°C). Winter temperatures average 6°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches, with 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Gangotri?

Gangotri has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gangotri?

34.4% of adults in Gangotri hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gangotri?

The obesity rate in Gangotri is 7.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.6% of adults are smokers. 73.9% are physically inactive. 12.6% of residents report depression.

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