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Solakut, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Solakut is a small town in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 3,973. Elevation: 5,407 ft (1,648 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
3,973 Population 6/sq mi density
5,407 ft Elevation 1,648 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.7 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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People

Population3,973
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density6/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 Units1,589
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Population3,973
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Coordinates34.5391°, 74.2553°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation33.7 inches (857 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Solakut

Solakut is a small town in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 3,973. The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet (1,648 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Solakut has a population of 3,973 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 656.9 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,973
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
656.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Solakut vs India Average

The median household income in Solakut 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 72 business establishments.

Income: Solakut 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)72

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Solakut 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 1,589 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 Units1,589

Property Tax

Solakut experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.7 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below India avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Area656.9 sq mi (1,701.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates34.5391°N, 74.2553°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.7"
11% below India avg
Snowfall 6.2"
Wettest Month (Apr) 5.24"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

335 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 21, 2024.

Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 50 km
Jan 24, 1992 northwestern Kashmir M5.5 111 km
Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 99 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 64 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 66 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 100 km
Nov 1, 2002 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 115 km
Apr 5, 1990 53 km SW of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 122 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 91 km
Nov 3, 2002 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.3 102 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 51 km
Mar 14, 2010 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 88 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 63 km
Oct 10, 2010 14 km SSW of Haripur, Pakistan M5.2 146 km
Nov 2, 2002 31 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 125 km
Jun 12, 2019 11 km W of Shingli Bala, Pakistan M5.2 129 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 52 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 71 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 124 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in Wettest
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in Driest
December 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in

Solakut has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.2") and November the driest (0.9").

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Stadiums & Teams in Solakut

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Ski Resorts Near Solakut

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 Solakut

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Rawalakot AirportRAZMedium Airport
Awantipura Air Force Station-Small Airport
Muzaffarabad AirportMFGSmall Airport

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 Solakut

What is the population of Solakut?

Solakut has a population of 3,973 residents and is located in India. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 656.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Solakut 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 Solakut?

Solakut has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.7 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Solakut?

The job market in Solakut faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 72 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Solakut?

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

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