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Nāhan, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Nāhan is a small city in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 28,899. Elevation: 2,982 ft (909 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
28,899 Population 6,881/sq mi density
2,982 ft Elevation 909 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
57.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population28,899
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density6,881/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units11,560
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Population28,899
Population Density6,881 / sq mi
Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Coordinates30.5603°, 77.2943°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,468 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Nāhan

Nāhan is a small city in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 28,899. The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet (909 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Nāhan has a population of 28,899 with a density of 6,881 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,899
Total Population
6,881
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nāhan vs India Average

The median household income in Nāhan is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 520 business establishments.

Income: Nāhan vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)520

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nāhan is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,560 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,560

Property Tax

Climate in Nāhan

Nāhan has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jun (30.3°C), the coldest is Jan (11.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1417 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.1°C / 52°F 3.1° / 22.1° 63.3
Feb 13.8°C / 57°F 3° / 25.7° 45.2
Mar 18.9°C / 66°F 8.2° / 32.3° 60.1
Apr 24.4°C / 76°F 12.9° / 36.5° 39.9
May 28°C / 82°F 16.6° / 40.9° 70.6
Jun 30.3°C / 86°F 20.6° / 40.5° 108.3
Jul 27.4°C / 81°F 22° / 36.1° 429.9
Aug 25.8°C / 79°F 21.4° / 31.1° 334.7
Sep 24.7°C / 77°F 18.9° / 30.9° 211.4
Oct 21.2°C / 70°F 13.5° / 29.9° 28.4
Nov 16.9°C / 62°F 8.9° / 26.7° 8.4
Dec 12.9°C / 55°F 4.6° / 24° 16.6
Nāhan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,982 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above India avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,982 ft (909 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density6,881/sq mi
Coordinates30.5603°N, 77.2943°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.81"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 9, 2024.

Oct 19, 1991 32 km E of Uttark?shi, India M6.8 144 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 97 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 106 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 82 km
Oct 20, 1991 24 km ENE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 136 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 109 km
Mar 14, 1992 37 km ESE of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 147 km
Sep 14, 1996 11 km SE of Barkot, India M4.8 99 km
Oct 19, 1991 26 km E of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 138 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 120 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 113 km
Aug 27, 2016 8 km ENE of R?mpur, India M4.6 109 km
Feb 21, 2014 18 km ESE of Dirba, India M4.6 124 km
Sep 25, 1996 11 km ENE of Tehri, India M4.6 124 km
Feb 11, 2013 18 km NNE of Barkot, India M4.6 104 km
Sep 26, 2000 22 km NNW of Barkot, India M4.5 94 km
Oct 8, 2002 15 km NW of Banj?r, India M4.5 130 km
Nov 12, 1996 11 km ENE of Indri, India M4.5 72 km
Sep 12, 1999 6 km SSE of Jubbal, India M4.5 65 km
Feb 23, 2001 24 km NNW of Barkot, India M4.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
March 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Driest
May 84°F (29°C) 1.1 in
June 85°F (30°C) 4.3 in Warmest
July 81°F (27°C) 16.8 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 16.8 in
September 78°F (25°C) 8.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.4 in
November 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.9 in

Nāhan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 53°F in January to 85°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 57.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.8") and April the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Nāhan

Schools in Nāhan

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Army Public School - - - -
CARMEL CONVENT SCHOOL - - - -
Army Ground Nahan Cantt. - - - -
Govt. Secondary School, Dhaboon - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nāhan

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Nāhan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Distt. Mahima Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Nāhan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Vegetable Wholesale Market(Aadhat) Naraingarh

Hotels in Nāhan

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Heart Hotel
Hotel HV

Restaurants in Nāhan

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deluxe Dhaba

Castles in Nāhan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nahan Palace

Clinics in Nāhan

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dsouza Nursing Home

Bus Stations in Nāhan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stand Nahan

Gas Stations in Nāhan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HP Petrol Station
Indian Oil

Stadiums & Teams in Nāhan

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Airports Near Nāhan

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International AirportIXCLarge Airport
Ambala Air Force Station-Medium Airport
Pinjore Airfield and Flying Club-Small Airport
Sarsawa Air Force StationSWNSmall Airport
Shimla AirportSLVSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nāhan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
POST OFFICE NAHAN

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nāhan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shiv Mandir
Shiv Mandir

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Nāhan

What is the population of Nāhan?

Nāhan has a population of 28,899 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6,881 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nāhan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nāhan?

Nāhan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches.

How is the job market in Nāhan?

The unemployment rate in Nāhan is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 520 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nāhan?

The median home value in Nāhan is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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