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Marhi, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Marhi is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 4,392. Elevation: 2,119 ft (646 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
4,392 Population 8/sq mi density
2,119 ft Elevation 646 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
50.2 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 Marhi

Marhi

Marhi is a "shanty town of roadside restaurants" in Himachal Pradesh, India, located midway between Manali and Rohtang La on the Manali-Leh Highway. Buses traveling the highway often stop in Marhi so passengers can eat. The settlement is seasonal, with most businesses closing for the winter.

People

Population4,392
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density8/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 Units1,757
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation2,119 ft (646 m)
Population4,392
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation2,119 ft (646 m)
Coordinates33.1099°, 74.8416°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Marhi

Marhi is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 4,392. The city sits at an elevation of 2,119 feet (646 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Marhi has a population of 4,392 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 537.5 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,392
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
537.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Marhi vs India Average

The median household income in Marhi 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 79 business establishments.

Income: Marhi 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)79

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Marhi 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 1,757 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 Units1,757

Property Tax

Marhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,119 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above India avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,119 ft (646 m)
Area537.5 sq mi (1,392.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates33.1099°N, 74.8416°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 11.50"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

182 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 95 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 150 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 98 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 100 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 85 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 99 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 140 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 105 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 73 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 128 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 87 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 72 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 132 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 130 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 104 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 112 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 124 km
Mar 10, 2006 12 km E of New Mirpur, Pakistan M4.9 89 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 100 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
March 58°F (14°C) 4.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.9 in
May 76°F (24°C) 2.0 in
June 81°F (27°C) 2.5 in Warmest
July 78°F (25°C) 9.3 in
August 76°F (25°C) 11.5 in Wettest
September 74°F (23°C) 5.0 in
October 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in

Marhi has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (11.5") and November the driest (0.9").

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Museums in Marhi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ambaran Buddhist Site Museum

Train Stations in Marhi

6 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bakkal
Basindahar
Basindahar
Dugga
Dugga
Reasi Road

Stadiums & Teams in Marhi

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Airports Near Marhi

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sialkot International AirportSKTLarge Airport
Jammu AirportIXJMedium Airport
Udhampur Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport
Sialkot Cantonment Airport-Small 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 Marhi

What is the population of Marhi?

Marhi has a population of 4,392 residents and is located in India. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 537.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Marhi 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 Marhi?

Marhi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.

How is the job market in Marhi?

The job market in Marhi faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 79 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Marhi?

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

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