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Garhshankar, India

Punjab · India

Garhshankar is a small city in Punjab, India with a population of 16,955. Elevation: 896 ft (273 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

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C+ Fair
16,955 Population 34/sq mi density
896 ft Elevation 273 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
33.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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About Garhshankar

Garhshankar is a city in Hoshiarpur district in the state of Punjab, India.

People

Population16,955
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density34/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,650
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.5%

Housing

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Home Value$20,000
Rent$45
Housing Units6,782
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Population16,955
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Coordinates31.2154°, 76.1415°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation33.4 inches (848 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Garhshankar

Garhshankar is a small city in India (Punjab) with a population of 16,955. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet (273 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Garhshankar has a population of 16,955 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 499.6 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,955
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
499.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Garhshankar vs India Average

The median household income in Garhshankar is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $51, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 305 business establishments.

Income: Garhshankar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,650
Avg Weekly Wage$51

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above India avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below India avg
Establishments (County)305

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Garhshankar is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,782 total housing units in the city. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden26.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,782

Property Tax

Climate in Garhshankar

Garhshankar has an average annual temperature of 24.2°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (34.5°C), the coldest is Jan (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1151 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.2°C / 54°F 4.1° / 22.5° 56.3
Feb 15.8°C / 60°F 5.2° / 27.3° 40.0
Mar 21.6°C / 71°F 10.1° / 34.9° 49.3
Apr 27.7°C / 82°F 15.9° / 40.4° 36.1
May 32.1°C / 90°F 19.9° / 45.3° 60.0
Jun 34.5°C / 94°F 24.1° / 45° 84.5
Jul 31.5°C / 89°F 25.2° / 41.4° 338.4
Aug 29.1°C / 84°F 23.9° / 35.3° 302.4
Sep 28°C / 82°F 21.7° / 34.3° 135.0
Oct 24.4°C / 76°F 16.3° / 33.4° 19.5
Nov 19.4°C / 67°F 11.3° / 30.4° 13.4
Dec 14°C / 57°F 4.5° / 26.5° 16.2
Garhshankar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 896 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above India avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation896 ft (273 m)
Area499.6 sq mi (1,294.0 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates31.2154°N, 76.1415°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"
12% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.28"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 130 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 127 km
Oct 2, 2012 38 km WSW of Kyelang, India M4.8 147 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 74 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 129 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 137 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 136 km
Jun 23, 1991 26 km NE of P?lampur, India M4.6 133 km
Feb 21, 2014 18 km ESE of Dirba, India M4.6 134 km
Oct 8, 2002 15 km NW of Banj?r, India M4.5 116 km
Jan 26, 1992 11 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.5 121 km
Aug 27, 2016 6 km NE of R?mpur, India M4.5 149 km
Aug 1, 2016 15 km WNW of Seoni, India M4.5 81 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 118 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 51 km
Sep 12, 1999 6 km SSE of Jubbal, India M4.5 147 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 32 km
Nov 6, 2013 9 km NE of Gagret, India M4.4 57 km
Jul 13, 2013 27 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.4 135 km
Nov 8, 1999 17 km ENE of Seoni, India M4.4 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.3 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.5 in
June 91°F (33°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 10.3 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.9 in
September 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.0 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in

Garhshankar has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 54°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.3") and November the driest (0.3").

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Libraries in Garhshankar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library and museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Garhshankar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Grain Market

Cafes in Garhshankar

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CHAI CHURI

Cinemas in Garhshankar

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mahal Palace

Clinics in Garhshankar

7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Bassi's Kalam Ayurvedic Clinic
Dr. Pabla Clinic
Navdeepak Eye Care Centre
Neurotheraphy Centre
Neurotherapy Centre
Rana Clinic
Vaid Meehmal Ayurveda and Panchkarma Centre

Dentists in Garhshankar

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bhai Tilku Ji Memorial Dental Hospital
City Dental Lab
New Millennium Multispeciality Dental Clinic and Implant Centre

Train Stations in Garhshankar

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garhshankar
Satnaur Badesron

Bus Stations in Garhshankar

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garhshankar

Airports Near Garhshankar

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halwara International AirportHWRLarge Airport
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International AirportIXCLarge Airport
Ludhiana AirportLUHMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Pinjore Airfield and Flying Club—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garhshankar

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
badwal farm sujjon
Gurdwara Sahib

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 Garhshankar

What is the population of Garhshankar?

Garhshankar has a population of 16,955 residents and is located in India. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 499.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Garhshankar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Garhshankar?

Garhshankar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.

How is the job market in Garhshankar?

The unemployment rate in Garhshankar is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 305 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Garhshankar?

The median home value in Garhshankar is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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