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Kokernag, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Kokernag is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 6,553. Elevation: 6,391 ft (1,948 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
6,553 Population 19/sq mi density
6,391 ft Elevation 1,948 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.8 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 Kokernag

Kokernag

Kokernag is a sub-district, town and a notified area committee in the Breng Valley of Anantnag district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The place is known for its botanical gardens, pristine freshwater springs, and rainbow trout farm. It is 25.3 km from Anantnag District via NH244. It is one of the most popular weekend getaways from the state capital of Srinagar.

People

Population6,553
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density19/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 Units2,621
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Population6,553
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Coordinates33.5785°, 75.3181°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,213 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.7 inches (30 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Kokernag

Kokernag is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 6,553. The city sits at an elevation of 6,391 feet (1,948 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kokernag has a population of 6,553 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 345.6 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,553
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
345.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kokernag vs India Average

The median household income in Kokernag 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 118 business establishments.

Income: Kokernag 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)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kokernag 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 2,621 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.

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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 Units2,621

Property Tax

Kokernag experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,391 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below India avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,391 ft (1,948 m)
Area345.6 sq mi (895.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates33.5785°N, 75.3181°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.8"
26% above India avg
Snowfall 11.7"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.68"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

194 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 77 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 148 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 75 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 46 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 149 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 75 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 67 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 117 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 138 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 39 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 40 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 67 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 48 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 109 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 98 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 146 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 129 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 52 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 142 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 6.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 7.7 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 6.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
June 69°F (20°C) 2.1 in
July 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 56°F (14°C) 1.7 in
November 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in Driest
December 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in

Kokernag has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.7") and November the driest (1.5").

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Stadiums & Teams in Kokernag

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kokernag

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Udhampur Air Force StationMedium Airport
Awantipura Air Force StationSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kokernag

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
جامع مسجد شریف
مسجد نور

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 Kokernag

What is the population of Kokernag?

Kokernag has a population of 6,553 residents and is located in India. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 345.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kokernag 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 Kokernag?

Kokernag has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 11.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kokernag?

The job market in Kokernag faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 118 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kokernag?

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

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