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Kotdwāra, India

Uttarakhand · India

Kotdwāra is a small city in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 27,009. Elevation: 1,257 ft (383 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
27,009 Population 874/sq mi density
1,257 ft Elevation 383 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
71.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$2,500 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population27,009
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density874/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,500
Per Capita$2,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units10,804
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain71.0 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Population27,009
Population Density874 / sq mi
Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Coordinates29.7461°, 78.5222°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation71.0 inches (1,803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,500
Median Age28.0 years

About Kotdwāra

Kotdwāra is a small city in India (Uttarakhand) with a population of 27,009. The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet (383 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kotdwāra has a population of 27,009 with a density of 874 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

27,009
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below India avg
30.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kotdwāra vs India Average

The median household income in Kotdwāra is $2,500, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $50, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 486 business establishments.

Income: Kotdwāra vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,500
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,600
Avg Weekly Wage$50

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)486

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kotdwāra is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 10,804 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units10,804

Property Tax

Climate in Kotdwāra

Kotdwāra has an average annual temperature of 23.6°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.7°C), the coldest is Jan (13.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1120 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.2°C / 56°F 5.3° / 23.8° 45.3
Feb 16.1°C / 61°F 5.5° / 28.2° 30.7
Mar 21.8°C / 71°F 10.4° / 35.3° 40.8
Apr 27.7°C / 82°F 16° / 39.8° 19.3
May 30.8°C / 88°F 19.7° / 43.1° 61.8
Jun 32.7°C / 91°F 23.2° / 42.8° 96.5
Jul 29.3°C / 85°F 23.8° / 37.9° 354.0
Aug 27.6°C / 82°F 23.1° / 33.5° 215.0
Sep 26.8°C / 80°F 20.9° / 33.6° 173.4
Oct 23.6°C / 74°F 16° / 32.6° 63.3
Nov 19.2°C / 66°F 11.6° / 28.7° 4.8
Dec 14.8°C / 59°F 6.1° / 26.1° 14.9
Kotdwāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 71.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,257 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above India avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Area30.9 sq mi (80.0 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates29.7461°N, 78.5222°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.0"
87% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 20.91"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

99 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.2 on May 4, 2023.

Oct 19, 1991 32 km E of Uttark?shi, India M6.8 118 km
Mar 28, 1999 9 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M6.6 120 km
Mar 28, 1999 12 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M5.4 105 km
Mar 30, 1999 10 km WSW of P?palkoti, India M5.3 105 km
Sep 21, 1990 10 km S of B?geshwar, India M5.1 123 km
Feb 6, 2017 36 km NW of P?palkoti, India M5.1 118 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 140 km
Apr 6, 1999 10 km W of P?palkoti, India M5.1 107 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 129 km
Sep 21, 2009 Uttaranchal, India M5.0 136 km
Apr 1, 2015 11 km SE of P?palkoti, India M4.9 117 km
Dec 18, 1990 14 km ENE of Rudrapray?g, India M4.9 87 km
Apr 14, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 94 km
Dec 8, 1994 17 km SE of Josh?math, India M4.9 136 km
May 27, 2003 18 km NW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 116 km
Apr 18, 1999 23 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 93 km
Jun 20, 2011 22 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 124 km
Apr 7, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 95 km
Oct 20, 1991 24 km ENE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 117 km
Jun 12, 1992 10 km ESE of Pauri, India M4.8 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.8 in
April 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in
May 84°F (29°C) 1.7 in
June 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 20.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 19.6 in
September 77°F (25°C) 10.7 in
October 72°F (22°C) 3.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in

Kotdwāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 55°F in January to 84°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 71.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.9") and November the driest (0.4").

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Restaurants in Kotdwāra

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

My Choice Restaurant

Clinics in Kotdwāra

10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Child Care and Maternity Centre
Dr. Rakesh Agarwal Clinic
Kala ENT and Skin
Kotdwar Eye Hospital & Laser Centre
Maithani Clinic
Manoj Agarwal Clinic
Physiotherapy Clinic
Prakash Eye Care
Shyam Maternity Centre
Sitapur Eye Clinic

Dentists in Kotdwāra

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arora Dental Clinic
Leela Oro-Dental Care Centre
Maheshwari Dental Clinic
Shivansh Dental Care

Train Stations in Kotdwāra

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kotdwara
Saneh Road

Shopping Malls in Kotdwāra

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaypride Mall

Airports Near Kotdwāra

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dehradun Jolly Grant AirportDEDMedium Airport
Gauchar AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kotdwāra

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church
Jhanda Chowk
M.S.K. Vidhya Mandir School
P.W.D. Colony
Sidhbali Temple
Tehsil Kotdwara

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 Kotdwāra

What is the population of Kotdwāra?

Kotdwāra has a population of 27,009 residents and is located in India. The population density is 874 people per square mile, spread across 30.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kotdwāra expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,500, 97% 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 $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kotdwāra?

Kotdwāra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kotdwāra?

The unemployment rate in Kotdwāra is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $50. There are 486 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kotdwāra?

The median home value in Kotdwāra is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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