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Gurdaspur, India

Punjab · India

Gurdaspur is a mid-size city in Punjab, India with a population of 77,928. Elevation: 869 ft (265 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
77,928 Population 4,486/sq mi density
869 ft Elevation 265 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
39.4 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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Full City Profile

People

Population77,928
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density4,486/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 Units31,171
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Population77,928
Population Density4,486 / sq mi
Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Coordinates32.0393°, 75.4032°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation39.4 inches (1,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Gurdaspur

Gurdaspur is a mid-size city in India (Punjab) with a population of 77,928. The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet (265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Gurdaspur has a population of 77,928 with a density of 4,486 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

77,928
Total Population
4,486
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
17.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gurdaspur vs India Average

The median household income in Gurdaspur 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 38 business establishments.

Income: Gurdaspur 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)38

Business (County)

Restaurants0
Healthcare35
Retail0

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gurdaspur 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 31,171 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 Units31,171

Property Tax

Climate in Gurdaspur

Gurdaspur has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jun (34°C), the coldest is Jan (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1454 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.8°C / 53°F 5.2° / 21.2° 78.4
Feb 15.3°C / 59°F 5.9° / 25.5° 54.1
Mar 20.6°C / 69°F 10.7° / 32.9° 79.3
Apr 26.3°C / 79°F 15.1° / 38.4° 45.9
May 31.1°C / 88°F 19.2° / 44.1° 50.9
Jun 34°C / 93°F 23.8° / 44.3° 97.2
Jul 31.1°C / 88°F 24.5° / 41° 430.6
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 23.8° / 34.7° 373.6
Sep 27.7°C / 82°F 21.9° / 33.3° 160.3
Oct 23.9°C / 75°F 16.1° / 31.7° 35.2
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 11.2° / 28.5° 23.1
Dec 13.8°C / 57°F 5.8° / 24.7° 25.1
Gurdaspur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.5°F
36% above India avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area17.4 sq mi (45.0 km²)
Population Density4,486/sq mi
Coordinates32.0393°N, 75.4032°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.18"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

135 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 M5.7 122 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 130 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 147 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 129 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 149 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 142 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 131 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 146 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 140 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 145 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 146 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 141 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 102 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 133 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 81 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 134 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 128 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 140 km
Jul 4, 2005 25 km NE of Chamba, India M4.8 115 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.9 in
April 78°F (25°C) 0.8 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
June 91°F (33°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 11.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 5.5 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.0 in
November 65°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in

Gurdaspur has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and November the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Gurdaspur

Institution Type Founded Website
Mata Gujri Polytecnics College — —

Libraries in Gurdaspur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nooruddin Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gurdaspur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chara Mandi
Grain Market
Grain Market

Cafes in Gurdaspur

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Food Island

Clinics in Gurdaspur

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jagdish Clinic
Khokkar Clinic
Raj Cinic

Dentists in Gurdaspur

8 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amar Ekjot Dental Hospital
Bhalla Dental Clinic
Dental Solutions
Gupta Dental Clinic
Innovadent Dental Hospital
J.S. Dental Clinic
Lubana Dental Clinic
Simran Dental Clinic

Train Stations in Gurdaspur

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gurdaspur

Bus Stations in Gurdaspur

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #977478104

Gas Stations in Gurdaspur

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H P
Mahajan Petrol Pump

Banks in Gurdaspur

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Bank
State Bank of India
Syndicate Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Gurdaspur

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gurdaspur

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International AirportATQLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Beas Airport—Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Gurdaspur

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hospitals 35
Banks 3
Parks 10

🇮🇳 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 Gurdaspur

What is the population of Gurdaspur?

Gurdaspur has a population of 77,928 residents and is located in India. The population density is 4,486 people per square mile, spread across 17.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gurdaspur 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 Gurdaspur?

Gurdaspur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches.

How is the job market in Gurdaspur?

The unemployment rate in Gurdaspur 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 38 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gurdaspur?

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

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