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Kishtwār, India

Jammu and Kashmir · 🇮🇳 India

Kishtwār is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 20,553. Elevation: 5,387 ft (1,642 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
20,553 Population
5,387 ft Elevation 1,642 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
44.3 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

Population20,553
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI126 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband55.9%
Population20,553
Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)
Coordinates33.3135°, 75.7673°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,125 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age28.7 years

Is Kishtwār a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kishtwār 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. Kishtwār 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

Kishtwār experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median AQI of 126.

Kishtwār has a population of 20,553. 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

20,553
Total Population
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kishtwār vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kishtwār vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kishtwār 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: Kishtwār 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 Kishtwār, 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: Kishtwār 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

Kishtwār experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. 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 5,387 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

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

Geography

Elevation5,387 ft (1,642 m)
Coordinates33.3135°N, 75.7673°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 5.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 1.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 1.0 in Driest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in

Kishtwār has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 34°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") 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 Kishtwār

What is the population of Kishtwār?

Kishtwār has a population of 20,553 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 Kishtwār expensive to live in?

Kishtwār 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 Kishtwār?

Kishtwār has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 126.

How is the job market in Kishtwār?

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

How are the schools in Kishtwār?

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

How healthy is Kishtwār?

The obesity rate in Kishtwār 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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