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Hirānagar, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Hirānagar is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 9,446. Elevation: 1,053 ft (321 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1.8 /5.0
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9,446 Population 63/sq mi density
1,053 ft Elevation 321 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
46.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
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Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

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People

Population9,446
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density63/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

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Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units3,778
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Population9,446
Population Density63 / sq mi
Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Coordinates32.4549°, 75.2719°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,181 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Hirānagar

Hirānagar is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 9,446. The city sits at an elevation of 1,053 feet (321 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Hirānagar has a population of 9,446 with a density of 63 people per square mile, spread across 149.6 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,446
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
149.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hirānagar vs India Average

The median household income in Hirānagar is $1,800, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $31, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 170 business establishments.

Income: Hirānagar vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,800
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,600
Avg Weekly Wage$31

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above India avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above India avg
Establishments (County)170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hirānagar is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $40 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,778 total housing units in the city. 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$40
97% below India avg
Rent Burden28.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,778

Property Tax

Hirānagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,053 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above India avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,053 ft (321 m)
Area149.6 sq mi (387.5 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates32.4549°N, 75.2719°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.5"
22% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 13.11"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

167 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 87 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 106 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 95 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 95 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 113 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 99 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 146 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 119 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 108 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 110 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 97 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 106 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 69 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 103 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 127 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 105 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 96 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 109 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 100 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
March 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
May 87°F (31°C) 0.9 in
June 91°F (33°C) 2.8 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 12.6 in
August 84°F (29°C) 13.1 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in
October 75°F (24°C) 1.0 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 56°F (14°C) 1.3 in

Hirānagar has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 53°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.1") and November the driest (0.4").

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Castles in Hirānagar

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jasmergarh Fort

Train Stations in Hirānagar

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chak Dayala
Chhan Arorian
Ghagwal
Hira Nagar

Gas Stations in Hirānagar

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bharat Petroleum
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Stadiums & Teams in Hirānagar

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Airports Near Hirānagar

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International AirportATQLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force StationMedium Airport
Sialkot Cantonment AirportSmall Airport

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 Hirānagar

What is the population of Hirānagar?

Hirānagar has a population of 9,446 residents and is located in India. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 149.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hirānagar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,800, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $15,000 (95% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $40 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hirānagar?

Hirānagar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches.

How is the job market in Hirānagar?

The job market in Hirānagar faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 170 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hirānagar?

The median home value in Hirānagar is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $40.

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