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Sarāhan, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Sarāhan is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 1,495. Elevation: 7,090 ft (2,161 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,495 Population 3/sq mi density
7,090 ft Elevation 2,161 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,495
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units598
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation7,090 ft (2,161 m)
Population1,495
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation7,090 ft (2,161 m)
Coordinates31.5099°, 77.7940°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Sarāhan

Sarāhan is a small town in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 1,495. The city sits at an elevation of 7,090 feet (2,161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sarāhan has a population of 1,495 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 479.4 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,495
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
479.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sarāhan vs India Average

The median household income in Sarāhan is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 27 business establishments.

Income: Sarāhan vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)27

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sarāhan is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 598 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units598

Property Tax

Sarāhan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 7,090 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below India avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,090 ft (2,161 m)
Area479.4 sq mi (1,241.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates31.5099°N, 77.7940°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.91"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

102 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 18, 2025.

Oct 19, 1991 32 km E of Uttark?shi, India M6.8 124 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 82 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 75 km
Jul 9, 2013 111 km ENE of Man?li, India M5.0 145 km
Sep 21, 2009 Uttaranchal, India M5.0 139 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 42 km
Oct 21, 1995 92 km NNE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 111 km
Oct 20, 1991 24 km ENE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 117 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 32 km
Oct 8, 2012 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.9 71 km
Oct 19, 1991 26 km E of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 123 km
Jun 17, 2000 83 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.8 83 km
Mar 14, 1992 37 km ESE of Uttark?shi, India M4.8 136 km
Sep 14, 1996 11 km SE of Barkot, India M4.8 98 km
Oct 12, 2000 99 km ENE of Man?li, India M4.7 123 km
Dec 13, 1990 11 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.7 35 km
Mar 5, 2003 78 km E of Sar?han, India M4.7 78 km
Feb 3, 2007 99 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.7 99 km
Jul 29, 1997 8 km WNW of Sundarnagar, India M4.7 93 km
Aug 24, 2021 112 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.7 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake — 19,000 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 2.7 in Warmest
July 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in Wettest
August 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
November 48°F (9°C) 0.8 in Driest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Sarāhan has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 37°F in January to 66°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and November the driest (0.8").

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Schools in Sarāhan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government High School, Badhal — — — —
Primary school — — — —
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Libraries in Sarāhan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0

Hotels in Sarāhan

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OYO 39328 The Bushahr Heights

Restaurants in Sarāhan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mitran Da Dhaba

Gas Stations in Sarāhan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil Corporation Limited

Banks in Sarāhan

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SBI

Airports Near Sarāhan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kullu Manali AirportKUUMedium Airport
Shimla AirportSLVSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarāhan

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Shri Bhima Kali Temple

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Waterfalls
4
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Sarāhan

What is the population of Sarāhan?

Sarāhan has a population of 1,495 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 479.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sarāhan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% 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 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Sarāhan?

Sarāhan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in Sarāhan?

The unemployment rate in Sarāhan is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 27 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sarāhan?

The median home value in Sarāhan is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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