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Pithorāgarh, India

Uttarakhand · India

Pithorāgarh is a mid-size city in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 47,571. Elevation: 5,203 ft (1,586 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
47,571 Population 13,709/sq mi density
5,203 ft Elevation 1,586 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
64.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$2,500 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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People

Population47,571
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density13,709/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,500
Per Capita$2,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units19,028
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain64.8 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Population47,571
Population Density13,709 / sq mi
Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Coordinates29.5835°, 80.2095°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation64.8 inches (1,646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,500
Median Age28.0 years

About Pithorāgarh

Pithorāgarh is a mid-size city in India (Uttarakhand) with a population of 47,571. The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet (1,586 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pithorāgarh has a population of 47,571 with a density of 13,709 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

47,571
Total Population
13,709
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below India avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pithorāgarh vs India Average

The median household income in Pithorāgarh is $2,500, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $50, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 856 business establishments.

Income: Pithorāgarh vs India

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,500
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,600
Avg Weekly Wage$50

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)856

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pithorāgarh is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 19,028 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units19,028

Property Tax

Climate in Pithorāgarh

Pithorāgarh has an average annual temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jun (25°C), the coldest is Jan (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1335 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 8.8°C / 48°F 0.5° / 20.3° 49.3
Feb 10.8°C / 51°F 0.6° / 22.9° 90.8
Mar 15.7°C / 60°F 5.1° / 28.2° 44.2
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 10.4° / 32.1° 90.7
May 22.8°C / 73°F 13.2° / 34.2° 143.1
Jun 25°C / 77°F 16.4° / 34.6° 130.6
Jul 23.1°C / 73°F 18.6° / 30.3° 280.5
Aug 22.4°C / 72°F 18.1° / 28.1° 206.0
Sep 21.3°C / 70°F 16.3° / 27.3° 170.3
Oct 18.2°C / 65°F 11.2° / 26.1° 103.9
Nov 14.4°C / 58°F 7° / 23.4° 6.4
Dec 10.7°C / 51°F 1.9° / 21.4° 19.5
Pithorāgarh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,203 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above India avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,203 ft (1,586 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density13,709/sq mi
Coordinates29.5835°N, 80.2095°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.8"
71% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 16.61"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

190 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.6 on May 22, 2025.

Mar 28, 1999 9 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M6.6 129 km
Oct 3, 2023 39 km NE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.7 100 km
Dec 9, 1991 61 km WNW of Jumla, Nepal M5.6 138 km
Jan 5, 1997 1 km E of Dh?rchula, India M5.6 43 km
Nov 27, 2001 55 km NW of Jumla, Nepal M5.5 149 km
Jan 24, 2023 60 km NW of Jumla, Nepal M5.4 141 km
Nov 27, 2001 52 km NW of Jumla, Nepal M5.4 149 km
Mar 28, 1999 12 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M5.4 114 km
Mar 30, 1999 10 km WSW of P?palkoti, India M5.3 122 km
Apr 4, 2011 24 km SE of D?rchul?, Nepal M5.3 54 km
Jun 22, 2010 9 km WNW of Dh?rchula, India M5.2 38 km
Apr 27, 2023 72 km NE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.1 130 km
Sep 21, 1990 10 km S of B?geshwar, India M5.1 44 km
Apr 6, 1999 10 km W of P?palkoti, India M5.1 126 km
Nov 27, 2001 50 km WNW of Jumla, Nepal M5.1 148 km
Jan 9, 2013 65 km NW of Jumla, Nepal M5.0 146 km
Jul 17, 1994 43 km ESE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.0 123 km
May 5, 2006 27 km NNE of Dipayal, Nepal M5.0 77 km
Jul 6, 2010 11 km W of Dh?rchula, India M5.0 34 km
Nov 8, 1996 53 km W of Jumla, Nepal M5.0 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
March 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in
April 69°F (21°C) 1.6 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.9 in
June 74°F (23°C) 8.2 in Warmest
July 71°F (22°C) 16.6 in Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 15.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in
November 56°F (13°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 51°F (11°C) 1.1 in

Pithorāgarh has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 50°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (16.6") and November the driest (0.5").

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Colleges & Universities in Pithorāgarh

Institution Type Founded Website
GOVT INTER COLLEGE, KHAIROLI College

Schools in Pithorāgarh

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kendriya Vidyalaya Pithoragarh
B C Joshi APS
Dev Singh School
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Restaurants in Pithorāgarh

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daju Meals
Maggi Point, Cafe & Restaurant

Monuments in Pithorāgarh

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holy Cross
Mostamanu Temple

Clinics in Pithorāgarh

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kharkwal Clinic
Sharv Healthcare and Diagnostic Centre

Airports Near Pithorāgarh

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pantnagar AirportPGHMedium Airport
Baitadi AirportBITSmall Airport
Darchula AirportDAPSmall Airport
Mahendranagar AirportXMGSmall Airport
Pithoragarh AirportSmall Airport
Silgadi Doti AirportSIHSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pithorāgarh

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kamakhya Devi Temple
Kapileshwar Mahadev Temple
Sera Dewal Temple
Thalkedar

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 Pithorāgarh

What is the population of Pithorāgarh?

Pithorāgarh has a population of 47,571 residents and is located in India. The population density is 13,709 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pithorāgarh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,500, 97% 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 $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pithorāgarh?

Pithorāgarh enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.8 inches.

How is the job market in Pithorāgarh?

The unemployment rate in Pithorāgarh is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $50. There are 856 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pithorāgarh?

The median home value in Pithorāgarh is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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