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Jalandhar Cantonment, India

Punjab · India

Jalandhar Cantonment is a mid-size city in Punjab, India with a population of 47,845. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
47,845 Population 176/sq mi density
791 ft Elevation 241 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
26.5 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

Population47,845
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density176/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 Units19,138
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Population47,845
Population Density176 / sq mi
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Coordinates31.2942°, 75.6197°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Jalandhar Cantonment

Jalandhar Cantonment is a mid-size city in India (Punjab) with a population of 47,845. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet (241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 87°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Jalandhar Cantonment has a population of 47,845 with a density of 176 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

47,845
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
272.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jalandhar Cantonment vs India Average

The median household income in Jalandhar Cantonment 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 861 business establishments.

Income: Jalandhar Cantonment vs India

Commute Mode

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)861

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jalandhar Cantonment 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 19,138 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 Units19,138

Property Tax

Climate in Jalandhar Cantonment

Jalandhar Cantonment has an average annual temperature of 24°C (75°F). The hottest month is Jun (35°C), the coldest is Jan (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1184 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.4°C / 53°F 2.5° / 21.7° 60.0
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 4.1° / 26.5° 39.7
Mar 21°C / 70°F 9.9° / 34.5° 53.7
Apr 27.2°C / 81°F 14.8° / 40.1° 30.7
May 32.2°C / 90°F 19.6° / 45.6° 43.0
Jun 35°C / 95°F 24.2° / 45.7° 81.0
Jul 32°C / 90°F 25.2° / 42.3° 355.2
Aug 29.5°C / 85°F 23.8° / 35.9° 320.8
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 21.6° / 34.6° 138.9
Oct 24.1°C / 75°F 15.1° / 33.1° 27.5
Nov 18.8°C / 66°F 9.9° / 29.9° 15.1
Dec 13.3°C / 56°F 3° / 25.6° 18.3
Jalandhar Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.3°F
38% above India avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area272.0 sq mi (704.6 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates31.2942°N, 75.6197°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.23"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 138 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 146 km
Oct 14, 2001 5 km W of Chamba, India M4.8 147 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 117 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 149 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 144 km
Jul 17, 2016 7 km ESE of Kahna Nau, Pakistan M4.5 112 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 135 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 63 km
Jan 26, 1992 11 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.5 133 km
Aug 1, 2016 15 km WNW of Seoni, India M4.5 130 km
Jul 13, 2013 27 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.4 149 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 65 km
Nov 6, 2013 9 km NE of Gagret, India M4.4 68 km
May 13, 1994 13 km N of Kathua, India M4.4 134 km
Jun 14, 2007 14 km NNE of Jogindarnagar, India M4.3 146 km
Oct 3, 2012 10 km NW of Dharamsala, India M4.2 127 km
Aug 13, 1997 14 km SSW of Bilaspur, India M4.2 103 km
Jun 17, 2014 17 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.2 139 km
Jan 27, 2002 11 km NNW of Khem Karan, India M4.2 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
June 92°F (33°C) 1.5 in Warmest
July 87°F (30°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 85°F (29°C) 6.8 in
September 83°F (28°C) 4.5 in
October 76°F (25°C) 1.0 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in

Jalandhar Cantonment has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 54°F in January to 92°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and November the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Jalandhar Cantonment

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Joseph's Convent School Jalandhar Cantt — — — —
DPS — — — —
Lyallpur Khalsa College — — — —
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Radio Stations near Jalandhar Cantonment

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Punjab Rocks Radio classic rock, rock MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Jalandhar Cantonment

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Desh Bhagat Yaadgar Hall
Jang-e-Azadi Memorial
Virsa Vihar

Libraries in Jalandhar Cantonment

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Guru Nanak Dev District Library0.0
Knowledge Resource Centre (Library)0.0

Farmers Markets in Jalandhar Cantonment

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adarsh Nagar Market
Adarsh Nagar Market
fruits
fruits
Grain market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
New Jawahar Nagar Market
New Jawahar Nagar Market
vikram tatttooz

Cafes in Jalandhar Cantonment

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bittu Di Chaa
ChaiObite
NINETEEN23
Zoca Cafe

Clinics in Jalandhar Cantonment

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bains Eye Care
Cantonment General Hospital, Jalandhar Cantt
Chanana Orthopoly Clinic
Deep Child Care
Dr. Anil Chopra Clinic
Dr. Shivani's Skin Clinic
Geetanjali Clinic
Sharma Clinic

Dentists in Jalandhar Cantonment

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Diwan Dental Clinic
Ivory Dental Clinic
Noble Multi Speciality Dental Clinic and Implant Centre
Perfect 32 Dental Clinic
Preet Dental Care Hospital and Orthodontic Centre

Train Stations in Jalandhar Cantonment

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bolinna Doaba
Jalandhar Cantonment Junction

Bus Stations in Jalandhar Cantonment

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rama mandi

Gas Stations in Jalandhar Cantonment

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #477127496
Indian Oil

Gyms in Jalandhar Cantonment

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

the3rdspace

Stadiums & Teams in Jalandhar Cantonment

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Jalandhar Cantonment

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halwara International AirportHWRLarge Airport
Ludhiana AirportLUHMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Beas Airport—Small 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 Jalandhar Cantonment

What is the population of Jalandhar Cantonment?

Jalandhar Cantonment has a population of 47,845 residents and is located in India. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 272.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jalandhar Cantonment 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 Jalandhar Cantonment?

Jalandhar Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Jalandhar Cantonment?

The unemployment rate in Jalandhar Cantonment 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 861 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jalandhar Cantonment?

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

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