Gulgam, India
Jammu and Kashmir · India
Gulgam is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 15,587. Elevation: 5,666 ft (1,727 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°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 Gulgam
Gulgam is a village in Kupwara district, and the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The village is 6 km (3.7 mi) away from Kupwara. There are 119 scheduled tribes persons of which 55 are females and 64 are males. Females constitute 46.22% and males constitute 53.78% of the scheduled tribes population. Scheduled tribes constitute 1.23% of the total population.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,587 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,666 ft (1,727 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.5501°, 74.2173° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Jammu and Kashmir |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.7 inches (857 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
About Gulgam
Gulgam is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 15,587. The city sits at an elevation of 5,666 feet (1,727 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Climate in Gulgam
Gulgam has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (19°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1197 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below India avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,666 ft (1,727 m) |
| Area | 460.4 sq mi (1,192.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5501°N, 74.2173°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 1.6 in |
Gulgam has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and November the driest (0.9").
Banks in Gulgam
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gulgam
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Gulgam
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 Gulgam
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sheikh ul Alam International Airport | SXR | Large Airport |
| Rawalakot Airport | RAZ | Medium Airport |
| Muzaffarabad Airport | MFG | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gulgam
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jamia Masjid Awoora | |
| Jamia Masjid Pir Mohala Awoora | |
| Jamia Masjid Shareef Muqam Awoora |
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What is the population of Gulgam?
Gulgam has a population of 15,587 residents and is located in India. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 460.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gulgam?
Gulgam has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
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