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Prisal, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Prisal is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 5,132. Elevation: 5,259 ft (1,603 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
5,132 Population 33/sq mi density
5,259 ft Elevation 1,603 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.5 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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Full City Profile

People

Population5,132
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density33/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 Units2,053
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation5,259 ft (1,603 m)
Population5,132
Population Density33 / sq mi
Elevation5,259 ft (1,603 m)
Coordinates33.7558°, 75.0421°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (977 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Prisal

Prisal is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 5,132. The city sits at an elevation of 5,259 feet (1,603 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Prisal has a population of 5,132 with a density of 33 people per square mile, spread across 157.7 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,132
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
157.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Prisal vs India Average

The median household income in Prisal 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 92 business establishments.

Income: Prisal vs India

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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)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Prisal 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 2,053 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 Units2,053

Property Tax

Prisal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 5,259 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above India avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,259 ft (1,603 m)
Area157.7 sq mi (408.3 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates33.7558°N, 75.0421°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

196 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 M5.7 109 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 117 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 138 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 107 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 145 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 78 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 107 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 99 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 119 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 71 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 149 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 85 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 72 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 99 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 142 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 130 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 81 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 85 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 99 km
Feb 23, 1999 14 km WSW of M?g?m, India M4.9 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 5.5 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
June 73°F (23°C) 1.9 in
July 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.2 in
September 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
November 49°F (9°C) 1.4 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in

Prisal has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 36°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and November the driest (1.4").

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Libraries in Prisal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alif Academy0.0
District Library, Pulwama0.0

Farmers Markets in Prisal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
chadoora main market
Fruit and Vegetable Market
Vegetable and Fruit Mandi Shopian

Stadiums & Teams in Prisal

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Prisal

8 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Drung Bowls 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Trajan Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hapat Khud Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Shaggy's Face 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sheenmai Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat S Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Apharwat N Bowl 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gulmarg Ski Resort area Phase 2 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Prisal

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prisal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
JAMIA MASJID ZAINAPORA

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 Prisal

What is the population of Prisal?

Prisal has a population of 5,132 residents and is located in India. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 157.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Prisal 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 Prisal?

Prisal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

How is the job market in Prisal?

The job market in Prisal faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Prisal?

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

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