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Keran, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Keran is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 3,770. Elevation: 5,066 ft (1,544 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,770 Population 25/sq mi density
5,066 ft Elevation 1,544 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
36.4 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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About Keran

Keran

Keran is a tehsil in Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is on the bank of the Kishanganga River. The village lies on the Line of Control. The Keran block includes four panchayats: Keran, Mandian, Mandian-A, and Kundian Pathroo.

People

Population3,770
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density25/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 Units1,508
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation5,066 ft (1,544 m)
Population3,770
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation5,066 ft (1,544 m)
Coordinates34.6537°, 73.9531°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation36.4 inches (925 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Keran

Keran is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 3,770. The city sits at an elevation of 5,066 feet (1,544 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Keran has a population of 3,770 with a density of 25 people per square mile, spread across 153.3 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,770
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
153.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Keran vs India Average

The median household income in Keran 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 68 business establishments.

Income: Keran 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)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Keran 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 1,508 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 Units1,508

Property Tax

Keran experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.4 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,066 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below India avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,066 ft (1,544 m)
Area153.3 sq mi (397.1 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates34.6537°N, 73.9531°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below India avg
Snowfall 7.8"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.76"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

345 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Feb 20, 2025.

Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 69 km
Jan 24, 1992 northwestern Kashmir M5.5 109 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 50 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 37 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 70 km
Nov 1, 2002 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 115 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 62 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 34 km
Apr 5, 1990 53 km SW of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 104 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 32 km
Nov 3, 2002 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.3 103 km
Jun 12, 2019 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.2 100 km
Mar 14, 2010 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 88 km
Nov 2, 2002 31 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 119 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 71 km
Oct 10, 2010 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan M5.2 131 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 22 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 54 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 113 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-1°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.4 in
March 38°F (3°C) 4.7 in
April 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in Wettest
May 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
September 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 34°F (1°C) 1.6 in

Keran has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 29°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and November the driest (0.9").

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Stadiums & Teams in Keran

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Ski Resorts Near Keran

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Drung Bowls 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Trajan Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hapat Khud Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shaggy's Face 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sheenmai Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat S Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat N Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gulmarg Ski Resort area Phase 2 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Keran

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bhurban HeliportBHCSmall Airport
Muzaffarabad AirportMFGSmall 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 Keran

What is the population of Keran?

Keran has a population of 3,770 residents and is located in India. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 153.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Keran 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 Keran?

Keran has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Keran?

The job market in Keran faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 68 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Keran?

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

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