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Handwāra, India

Jammu and Kashmir · 🇮🇳 India

Handwāra is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 13,600. Elevation: 5,269 ft (1,606 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
13,600 Population
5,269 ft Elevation 1,606 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.5 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

Population13,600
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation5,269 ft (1,606 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population13,600
Elevation5,269 ft (1,606 m)
Coordinates34.3968°, 74.2814°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (749 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Handwāra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Handwāra 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. Handwāra 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

Handwāra enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Handwāra has a population of 13,600. 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

13,600
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Handwāra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Handwāra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Handwāra 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: Handwāra 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 Handwāra, 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: Handwāra 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

Handwāra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 5,269 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation5,269 ft (1,606 m)
Coordinates34.3968°N, 74.2814°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.3 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in Wettest
May 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
June 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 2.3 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.9 in
November 50°F (10°C) 1.0 in Driest
December 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in

Handwāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 37°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and November the driest (1.0").

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 Handwāra

What is the population of Handwāra?

Handwāra has a population of 13,600 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 Handwāra expensive to live in?

Handwāra 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 Handwāra?

Handwāra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Handwāra?

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

How are the schools in Handwāra?

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

How healthy is Handwāra?

The obesity rate in Handwāra 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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