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Nawanshahr, India

Punjab · India

Nawanshahr is a mid-size city in Punjab, India with a population of 46,024. Elevation: 866 ft (264 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
46,024 Population 213/sq mi density
866 ft Elevation 264 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
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Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 7.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$20,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population46,024
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density213/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,650
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty9.5%

Housing

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Home Value$20,000
Rent$45
Housing Units18,410
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Population46,024
Population Density213 / sq mi
Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Coordinates31.1245°, 76.1161°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Nawanshahr

Nawanshahr is a mid-size city in India (Punjab) with a population of 46,024. The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet (264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 86°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Nawanshahr has a population of 46,024 with a density of 213 people per square mile, spread across 215.9 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

46,024
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
215.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nawanshahr vs India Average

The median household income in Nawanshahr is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,650 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $51, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 828 business establishments.

Income: Nawanshahr vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,650
Avg Weekly Wage$51

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above India avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below India avg
Establishments (County)828

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nawanshahr is $20,000, 93% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 18,410 total housing units in the city. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$20,000
93% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden26.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units18,410

Property Tax

Climate in Nawanshahr

Nawanshahr has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 37.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.6
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 240.7
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 145.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.5
Nawanshahr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 866 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.1°F
37% above India avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area215.9 sq mi (559.1 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates31.1245°N, 76.1161°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.88"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 136 km
Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 137 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 82 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 135 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 147 km
Feb 21, 2014 18 km ESE of Dirba, India M4.6 124 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 147 km
Jun 23, 1991 26 km NE of P?lampur, India M4.6 143 km
Oct 8, 2002 15 km NW of Banj?r, India M4.5 124 km
Jan 26, 1992 11 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.5 132 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 128 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 61 km
Sep 12, 1999 6 km SSE of Jubbal, India M4.5 148 km
Aug 1, 2016 15 km WNW of Seoni, India M4.5 86 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 42 km
Nov 8, 1999 17 km ENE of Seoni, India M4.4 114 km
Nov 6, 2013 9 km NE of Gagret, India M4.4 67 km
Jul 13, 2013 27 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.4 145 km
Jun 14, 2007 14 km NNE of Jogindarnagar, India M4.3 129 km
Jun 17, 2014 17 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.2 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in
March 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.5 in
June 91°F (33°C) 2.2 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 9.9 in Wettest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.5 in
September 83°F (28°C) 4.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 0.9 in
November 65°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
December 57°F (14°C) 0.6 in

Nawanshahr has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 54°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.9") and November the driest (0.2").

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Libraries in Nawanshahr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Library and museum0.0

Farmers Markets in Nawanshahr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gol Market
Grain Market

Hotels in Nawanshahr

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ramsons Resturent

Restaurants in Nawanshahr

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Girdhari Vaishno Dhaba

Cafes in Nawanshahr

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CCD
FiQasi

Clinics in Nawanshahr

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AONE Kidney & Stone Centre
Dr. KR Neuro Centre
Dr. Satnam Singh Clinic
ECHS Polyclinic
Punjab Homeo Store and Clinic

Dentists in Nawanshahr

6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aman Dental Care- Dental Clinic
Clove Dental
Dhir Dental Hospital and Implant Centre
Dr. Ravneet Sharma Tooth Care Dental Clinic
Dr. Saini's Dental Studio
RR Dental Craft

Train Stations in Nawanshahr

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alachor
Nawanshahr Daoba Junction

Bus Stations in Nawanshahr

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Terminal

Airports Near Nawanshahr

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halwara International AirportHWRLarge Airport
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International AirportIXCLarge Airport
Ludhiana AirportLUHMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Nawanshahr

38 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
32 Gems Dental Clinic
Abrol Clinic
Aman Clinic
Apna Clinic
Arogyam Health and Dental Clinic
Arora Nursing Home
Bangali Clinic
Blossom Skin, Hair and Laser Clinic
Chahil Clinic
Chawla Nursing Home, Chauri Sarak
D.K. Nursing Home
Dr. Gaurav's Homeopathic Clinic
Dr. Krishen Clinic
Dr. Meenu Homeopathic Clinic
Dr. P S Jassal Clinic
Dr. Sanjay Mehta, Mehta Clinic
Gagan Clinic
Garg Homeopathic Clinic
Gautam Clinic
Ghatti Nursing Home
Gupta Children Clinic
Gurmeet Clinic
Guru Nanak Clinic
Health Wellness Clinic
Jasdeep Homeo Clinic
Jindal Urocare Clinic
K.Deep Nursing Home
Kalra Nursing Home
M.K Clinic
Preet Clinic
Punjab Clinic
Raja nursing home
Sachdeva Nursing Home, Ludhiana
Saini Clinic
Saini Clinic
Satyam clinic
Sethi Clinic
Vardhaman Clinic

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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nawanshahr

What is the population of Nawanshahr?

Nawanshahr has a population of 46,024 residents and is located in India. The population density is 213 people per square mile, spread across 215.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nawanshahr expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $20,000 (93% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nawanshahr?

Nawanshahr has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Nawanshahr?

The unemployment rate in Nawanshahr is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $51. There are 828 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nawanshahr?

The median home value in Nawanshahr is $20,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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