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Pūnch, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Pūnch is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 28,197. Elevation: 3,278 ft (999 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
28,197 Population 239/sq mi density
3,278 ft Elevation 999 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
24.3 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

Population28,197
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density239/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 Units11,279
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation3,278 ft (999 m)
Population28,197
Population Density239 / sq mi
Elevation3,278 ft (999 m)
Coordinates33.7703°, 74.0925°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Pūnch

Pūnch is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 28,197. The city sits at an elevation of 3,278 feet (999 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Pūnch has a population of 28,197 with a density of 239 people per square mile, spread across 117.9 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

28,197
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
117.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pūnch vs India Average

The median household income in Pūnch 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 508 business establishments.

Income: Pūnch 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)508

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pūnch 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 11,279 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 Units11,279

Property Tax

Climate in Pūnch

Pūnch has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1251 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.4°C / 30°F -13.4° / 8.2° 139.9
Feb 0.8°C / 33°F -12.7° / 11° 113.0
Mar 6.1°C / 43°F -4.8° / 17.6° 144.5
Apr 11°C / 52°F 0.9° / 21.3° 133.5
May 15°C / 59°F 4.1° / 25.7° 94.7
Jun 18.5°C / 65°F 8.8° / 28.1° 102.6
Jul 20.3°C / 69°F 13.2° / 28.8° 168.2
Aug 19.6°C / 67°F 12.1° / 27.2° 121.8
Sep 17.7°C / 64°F 9.2° / 26.2° 55.1
Oct 12.2°C / 54°F 1.2° / 23.3° 47.0
Nov 6.5°C / 44°F -4.3° / 18.7° 75.8
Dec 1.7°C / 35°F -10.4° / 13.6° 54.7
Pūnch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,278 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above India avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,278 ft (999 m)
Area117.9 sq mi (305.3 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates33.7703°N, 74.0925°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 3.54"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

257 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 2, 2025.

Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 51 km
Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 138 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 140 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 126 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 125 km
Sep 24, 2019 8 km SSE of New Mirpur, Pakistan M5.4 82 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 132 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 84 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 39 km
Oct 10, 2010 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan M5.2 112 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 114 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 148 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 148 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 46 km
Jul 16, 2001 19 km S of Daultala, Pakistan M5.1 123 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 84 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 143 km
Jul 27, 2009 30 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.0 149 km
Apr 28, 1999 7 km WSW of Gujar Khan, Pakistan M5.0 100 km
Mar 24, 1992 17 km NW of Islamabad, Pakistan M5.0 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
March 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in Wettest
April 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
May 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Warmest
July 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
September 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
November 55°F (13°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 47°F (8°C) 1.0 in

Pūnch has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 44°F in January to 78°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.5") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Pūnch

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Model Higher Secondary School (Boys) Poonch - - - -
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Clinics in Pūnch

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Owais Sadeeq Clinic

Bus Stations in Pūnch

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #1179170809

Ski Resorts Near Pūnch

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 Pūnch

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Mangla AirportXJMMedium Airport
Rawalakot AirportRAZMedium Airport
Bhurban HeliportBHCSmall Airport
Muzaffarabad AirportMFGSmall Airport
Poonch Airport-Small Airport
Rajouri AirportRJISmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pūnch

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
مسجد فضل

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 Pūnch

What is the population of Pūnch?

Pūnch has a population of 28,197 residents and is located in India. The population density is 239 people per square mile, spread across 117.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pūnch 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 Pūnch?

Pūnch enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.

How is the job market in Pūnch?

The job market in Pūnch faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 508 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pūnch?

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

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