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Phagwāra, India

Punjab · India

Phagwāra is a large city in Punjab, India with a population of 100,146. Elevation: 814 ft (248 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

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C+ Fair
100,146 Population 12,972/sq mi density
814 ft Elevation 248 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
27.2 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

Population100,146
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density12,972/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 Units40,058
Rent Burden26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Population100,146
Population Density12,972 / sq mi
Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Coordinates31.2245°, 75.7739°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvincePunjab
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (692 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age30.0 years

About Phagwāra

Phagwāra is a large city in India (Punjab) with a population of 100,146. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet (248 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 27.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Phagwāra has a population of 100,146 with a density of 12,972 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

100,146
Total Population
12,972
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below India avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Phagwāra vs India Average

The median household income in Phagwāra 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 20 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.

Income: Phagwāra 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)20

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare10
Retail2

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Phagwāra 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 40,058 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 Units40,058

Property Tax

Climate in Phagwāra

Phagwāra has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Jun (35.5°C), the coldest is Jan (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 959 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.4°C / 53°F 1.7° / 22.2° 46.7
Feb 15.5°C / 60°F 3.4° / 27.7° 29.2
Mar 21.5°C / 71°F 9.2° / 35.8° 39.3
Apr 27.8°C / 82°F 14.5° / 41.3° 22.6
May 32.9°C / 91°F 20.1° / 46.5° 41.2
Jun 35.5°C / 96°F 24.1° / 46.1° 66.3
Jul 32.5°C / 90°F 25.7° / 42.9° 285.6
Aug 30°C / 86°F 24° / 37° 259.0
Sep 28.7°C / 84°F 21.4° / 36° 121.0
Oct 24.6°C / 76°F 15° / 34.6° 22.8
Nov 19°C / 66°F 9.2° / 31.1° 11.7
Dec 13.4°C / 56°F 2.2° / 26.2° 13.2
Phagwāra 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 287 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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 814 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 Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density12,972/sq mi
Coordinates31.2245°N, 75.7739°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.2"
28% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.15"
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.

Aug 21, 2014 15 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.9 137 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 106 km
Oct 2, 2012 26 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.6 148 km
Feb 21, 2014 18 km ESE of Dirba, India M4.6 140 km
Sep 6, 1992 Himachal Pradesh, India M4.6 145 km
Jun 23, 1991 26 km NE of P?lampur, India M4.6 150 km
Aug 1, 2016 15 km WNW of Seoni, India M4.5 116 km
Oct 17, 1998 11 km N of P?lampur, India M4.5 132 km
Mar 14, 2010 4 km ENE of Gagret, India M4.5 59 km
Oct 8, 2002 15 km NW of Banj?r, India M4.5 147 km
Jul 17, 2016 7 km ESE of Kahna Nau, Pakistan M4.5 127 km
Jan 26, 1992 11 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.5 132 km
Aug 29, 2013 1 km NNE of Una, India M4.4 55 km
Jul 13, 2013 27 km NE of Dharamsala, India M4.4 148 km
Nov 8, 1999 17 km ENE of Seoni, India M4.4 145 km
Nov 6, 2013 9 km NE of Gagret, India M4.4 65 km
May 13, 1994 13 km N of Kathua, India M4.4 143 km
Jun 14, 2007 14 km NNE of Jogindarnagar, India M4.3 140 km
Feb 15, 2005 3 km ESE of Fatehgarh Ch?ri?n, India M4.2 102 km
Aug 13, 1997 14 km SSW of Bilaspur, India M4.2 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
March 67°F (20°C) 1.3 in
April 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in
May 88°F (31°C) 0.6 in
June 91°F (33°C) 1.8 in Warmest
July 86°F (30°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 85°F (29°C) 7.2 in
September 83°F (28°C) 4.2 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

Phagwāra has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 54°F in January to 91°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and November the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Phagwāra

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St.Joseph Convent — — — —
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Radio Stations near Phagwāra

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Punjab Rocks Radio classic rock, rock MP3 64 kbps

Museums in Phagwāra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Desh Bhagat Yaadgar Hall
Virsa Vihar

Libraries in Phagwāra

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Guru Nanak Dev District Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Phagwāra

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adarsh Nagar Market
Adarsh Nagar Market
fruits
fruits
Grain market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
Model Town Market
New Jawahar Nagar Market
New Jawahar Nagar Market

Restaurants in Phagwāra

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apna Chai Wala
Cabana
chai churi
GCF The Chaap Hub
janjua
Roasted bite
The Club House

Cafes in Phagwāra

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

APNA CHAIWALA

Cinemas in Phagwāra

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Prime Cinemas
Rivèra Cineplex

Train Stations in Phagwāra

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phagwara Junction

Bus Stations in Phagwāra

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stand Phagwara
PHAGWARA BUS STAND

Gas Stations in Phagwāra

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #477141672
IN #477141675
IN #477141676
IN #559380384
Indian Oil

Banks in Phagwāra

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

andhrabank

Shopping Malls in Phagwāra

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Down town fashion

Stadiums & Teams in Phagwāra

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Phagwāra

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Halwara International AirportHWRLarge Airport
Ludhiana AirportLUHMedium Airport
Adampur AirportAIPSmall Airport
Beas Airport—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Phagwāra

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
durgatemple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

Around Phagwāra

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 10
Restaurants 6
Cafes 1
Supermarkets 2
Banks 1
Parks 2
Places of Worship 3

🇮🇳 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 Phagwāra

What is the population of Phagwāra?

Phagwāra has a population of 100,146 residents and is located in India. The population density is 12,972 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Phagwāra 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 Phagwāra?

Phagwāra 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 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.

How is the job market in Phagwāra?

The unemployment rate in Phagwāra 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 20 business establishments in the area, including 6 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Phagwāra?

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

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