Kangra, India
Himachal Pradesh · India
Kangra is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 9,528. Elevation: 2,287 ft (697 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°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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People
Climate
| Population | 9,528 |
| Population Density | 1,646 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,287 ft (697 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.0914°, 76.2627° |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
| Country | 🇮🇳 India |
| State / Province | Himachal Pradesh |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.2 inches (1,911 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kangra
Kangra is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 9,528. The city sits at an elevation of 2,287 feet (697 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.0°F |
| 31% above India avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,287 ft (697 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,646/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0914°N, 76.2627°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1905 | KANGRA, INDIA | Earthquake | - | 19,000 | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 87°F (31°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 22.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 22.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 10.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 1.8 in |
Kangra has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 53°F in January to 87°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 75.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (22.4") and November the driest (0.7").
Colleges & Universities in Kangra
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government College, Dhaliara | College | - | Visit → |
| Thakur PG College of Education | College | - | Visit → |
Radio Stations near Kangra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kangra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Losel Doll Museum | ||||
| Men-Tsee-Khang Museum | ||||
| Museum of Kangra Art | ||||
| State War Memorial | ||||
| The Tibet Museum | ||||
| The Tibet Museum | ||||
| འགྲེམས་སྟོན། Musuem |
Libraries in Kangra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dharamsala Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nishta Pusthakalay | 0.0 | |||||
| Study Point Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swami Vivekanand Pustakalaya | 0.0 | |||||
| Tibetan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tunna's Book Café - Reading Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Tushita Office and Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kangra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamunda Devi Market | |||||
| Fruit & Vegetable Market | |||||
| Vegetable and Fruit Market |
Hotels in Kangra
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kangra
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kangra
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kangra
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kangra
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kangra
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kangra
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kangra
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kangra
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kangra
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kangra
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kangra
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kangra Airport | DHM | Medium Airport |
| Pathankot Airport | IXP | Medium Airport |
| Adampur Airport | AIP | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kangra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Head Post Office, Kangra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangra
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brajeshwari Devi Temple | |
| Hanuman Temple | |
| Jayanti Ma Mandir | |
| Prachin Haridwar Shiv Mandir |
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Meteorites Near Kangra
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Kangra.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kangra Valley | 1897 |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kangra
What is the population of Kangra?
Kangra has a population of 9,528 residents and is located in India. The population density is 1,646 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kangra?
Kangra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 75.2 inches.
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