Sign In Register

Lakhanpur, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Lakhanpur is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 3,461. Elevation: 1,178 ft (359 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,461 Population 13/sq mi density
1,178 ft Elevation 359 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
61.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,800 Median Income
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$1,800 median income, 15.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $40/mo rent

Discover Lakhanpur, India

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Lakhanpur

Lakhanpur is a town and a notified area committee in Kathua district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Lakhanpur is the entrance to Jammu and Kashmir from Punjab and rest of India. It is a sparsely populated area about 20 km (12 mi) from the center of Kathua city, and also known for its lakhanpur fort and famous dish called [palle].

People

Population3,461
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$1,800
Per Capita$1,600
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty15.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$15,000
Rent$40
Housing Units1,384
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain61.6 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Population3,461
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Coordinates32.3852°, 75.5975°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation61.6 inches (1,565 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Lakhanpur

Lakhanpur is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 3,461. The city sits at an elevation of 1,178 feet (359 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Lakhanpur has a population of 3,461 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 269.3 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,461
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
269.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Lakhanpur vs India Average

The median household income in Lakhanpur 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 62 business establishments.

Income: Lakhanpur vs India

Commute Mode

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)62

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Lakhanpur 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 1,384 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 Units1,384

Property Tax

Lakhanpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,178 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above India avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Area269.3 sq mi (697.5 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates32.3852°N, 75.5975°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.6"
62% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 17.01"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

170 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 79 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 106 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 87 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 107 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 87 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 142 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 102 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 124 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 105 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 104 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 144 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 103 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 101 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 90 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 43 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 92 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 78 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 99 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 86 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake 19,000 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
March 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.4 in
May 86°F (30°C) 1.2 in
June 89°F (32°C) 3.1 in Warmest
July 84°F (29°C) 17.0 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 16.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 8.0 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in

Lakhanpur has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 53°F in January to 89°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 61.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (17.0") and November the driest (0.5").

View full weather details →

Gas Stations in Lakhanpur

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #5493116849

Airports Near Lakhanpur

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force StationMedium 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Lakhanpur.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Lakhanpur

What is the population of Lakhanpur?

Lakhanpur has a population of 3,461 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 269.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lakhanpur 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 Lakhanpur?

Lakhanpur has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.6 inches.

How is the job market in Lakhanpur?

The job market in Lakhanpur faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 62 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lakhanpur?

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

Nearby Cities

Compare Lakhanpur with another city: