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Risalpur Cantonment, Pakistan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa · Pakistan

Risalpur Cantonment is a mid-size city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan with a population of 36,074. Elevation: 1,004 ft (306 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

36,074 Population 137/sq mi density
1,004 ft Elevation 306 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
22.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Karachi Timezone

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About Risalpur Cantonment

Risalpur Cantonment is a cantonment adjacent to the Risalpur city in Nowshera District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. In 2012 the Pakistan Air Force Engineering Centre located in the cantonment, was attacked by suspected Taliban militants, leaving 10 persons injured.

People

Population36,074
Density137/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Population36,074
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Coordinates34.0605°, 71.9928°
TimezoneAsia/Karachi
Country🇵🇰 Pakistan
State / ProvinceKhyber Pakhtunkhwa
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)
Annual Precipitation22.2 inches (565 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Risalpur Cantonment

Risalpur Cantonment is a mid-size city in Pakistan (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) with a population of 36,074. The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet (306 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 89°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Karachi.

Climate in Risalpur Cantonment

Risalpur Cantonment has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jun (32.1°C), the coldest is Jan (9.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1367 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 9.2°C / 49°F -0.4° / 20° 73.4
Feb 12.6°C / 55°F 1.5° / 24.1° 129.4
Mar 17.1°C / 63°F 5.5° / 29.4° 150.9
Apr 22.7°C / 73°F 10.3° / 35.2° 96.5
May 27.6°C / 82°F 14.8° / 41.4° 110.4
Jun 32.1°C / 90°F 19.1° / 44° 136.1
Jul 31.7°C / 89°F 23.8° / 42.9° 235.0
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 22.7° / 37.6° 192.6
Sep 28°C / 82°F 19.4° / 36.8° 93.8
Oct 22.8°C / 73°F 12° / 34° 68.8
Nov 16.6°C / 62°F 6.5° / 29.3° 54.8
Dec 11.9°C / 53°F 2.3° / 24° 25.1
Risalpur Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,004 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 89°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average71.5°F
32% above Pakistan avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average89°F (31°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area264.0 sq mi (683.7 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates34.0605°N, 71.9928°W
TimezoneAsia/Karachi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.2"
41% below Pakistan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.25"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

240 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 2, 2025.

May 20, 1992 2 km WSW of Lachi, Pakistan M6.3 98 km
Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 137 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 136 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 138 km
Nov 10, 1990 29 km WNW of Upper Dir, Pakistan M5.3 146 km
Oct 10, 2010 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan M5.2 85 km
Jun 12, 2019 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.2 105 km
Aug 26, 1999 29 km SW of Asad?b?d, Afghanistan M5.2 118 km
Mar 29, 1992 22 km SSW of Attock City, Pakistan M5.1 62 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 113 km
Sep 4, 2022 35 km NE of Jal?l?b?d, Afghanistan M5.1 135 km
Jul 17, 2000 10 km N of Battagram, Pakistan M5.0 124 km
Jul 27, 2009 30 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.0 146 km
Apr 3, 1998 22 km ENE of Jal?l?b?d, Afghanistan M5.0 131 km
Jun 17, 2021 17 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.0 134 km
Feb 17, 1993 26 km SSE of Sanjwal, Pakistan M5.0 76 km
Mar 24, 1992 17 km NW of Islamabad, Pakistan M5.0 88 km
May 6, 2010 21 km E of Karak, Pakistan M5.0 123 km
Apr 28, 1999 7 km WSW of Gujar Khan, Pakistan M5.0 146 km
Aug 5, 2023 23 km NNW of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.0 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
March 62°F (17°C) 3.1 in
April 73°F (23°C) 2.1 in
May 83°F (28°C) 1.1 in
June 90°F (32°C) 0.8 in Warmest
July 89°F (31°C) 3.3 in
August 87°F (30°C) 4.3 in Wettest
September 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
October 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.5 in Driest
December 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in

Risalpur Cantonment has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 50°F in January to 90°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.3") and November the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Risalpur Cantonment

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
PG Block
MCE Nust
HorseRiding School and Polo Ground
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Farmers Markets in Risalpur Cantonment

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bickut Gunj Market
Bickut Gunj Market
Chungi bazar
Fruits and Sabzi Mandi
Jehangir Market
Jehangir Market
market
Pabbi Sabzi Mandi Nowshera
Sabzi Mandai
Sabzi mandi
Sabzi Mandi
Sabzi Mandi
Sabzi Mandi Akora Khattak
Sabzi Mandi Akora Khattak

Restaurants in Risalpur Cantonment

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Koffee 72
Munchies
Riwaj Shadi Hall

Cafes in Risalpur Cantonment

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

coffee decups
Farhad Cafe

Clinics in Risalpur Cantonment

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CMH Risalpur

Train Stations in Risalpur Cantonment

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rashkai
Risalpur Cantt

Bus Stations in Risalpur Cantonment

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daewoo express terminal

Gas Stations in Risalpur Cantonment

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Admore Filling Station
Pakistan State Oil
Pakistan State Oil

Gyms in Risalpur Cantonment

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Farhad Complex
sports Complex

Stadiums & Teams in Risalpur Cantonment

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Risalpur Cantonment

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bacha Khan International AirportPEWLarge Airport
Minhas Air BaseATGMedium Airport
Risalpur Air BaseMedium Airport
Basal AirportSmall Airport
Campbellpore AirportCWPSmall Airport
Chirat AirportSmall Airport
Kohat AirportOHTSmall Airport
Tarbela Dam AirportTLBSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Risalpur Cantonment

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Dr.Hameed ur Rehman Cardiologist’s Clinic
Dr.Samad Hemopathic Clinic
Sheikh Yaseen Medical Centre
Zeeshan Medical Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Karachi
Area
1,748.0 km² (674.7 mi²)
Postal Code
24100
Website
nowshera.com

🇵🇰 About Pakistan

Capital Islamabad
Population 212,215,030
Area 803,940 km²
GDP (USD) $336,686,348,609
GDP per capita $1,360
HDI 0.544
Life expectancy 67.7 years
Internet users 27.4%
Urban population 38.8%
Currency PKR (Rupee)
Languages English, Urdu
Calling code +92
TLD .pk
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Risalpur Cantonment

What is the population of Risalpur Cantonment?

Risalpur Cantonment has a population of 36,074 residents and is located in Pakistan. The population density is 137 people per square mile, spread across 264.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Risalpur Cantonment?

Risalpur Cantonment has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 89°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.2 inches.

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