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Sumbal, India

Jammu and Kashmir · India

Sumbal is a small city in Jammu and Kashmir, India with a population of 15,041. Elevation: 5,200 ft (1,585 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
15,041 Population 114/sq mi density
5,200 ft Elevation 1,585 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
28.3 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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About Sumbal

Sumbal is a town and a notified area committee in the Bandipora district of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Sumbal is 19 kilometres away from Srinagar. The surrounding parts of sumbal consist of many villages like Nowgam, shadipora, Shahtulpora, Shilwat, Shiganpora, Inderkote. This area has one of the significant Shia population in Kashmir. The place is rich in literature and agriculture. Sumbal is situated on the bank of the river Jhelum and is adjacent to the Manasbal lake. There are also many notable figures from this area including Kashmir's first Muslim lady pilot Iram Habibi and many other personalities particularly poets. The zalpora village of Sumbal joins two districts, Bandipora and Baramulla which serves as another route to connect the districts Kupwara and Baramulla to Srinagar. Sumbal city is divided into 13 wards, for which elections are held every 5 years.

People

Population15,041
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density114/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 Units6,016
Rent Burden28.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Population15,041
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Coordinates34.2307°, 74.6472°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceJammu and Kashmir
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (719 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,800
Median Age26.0 years

About Sumbal

Sumbal is a small city in India (Jammu and Kashmir) with a population of 15,041. The city sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet (1,585 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Sumbal has a population of 15,041 with a density of 114 people per square mile, spread across 131.8 square miles. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,041
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below India avg
131.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Sumbal vs India Average

The median household income in Sumbal 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 271 business establishments.

Income: Sumbal 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)271

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Sumbal 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 6,016 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 Units6,016

Property Tax

Climate in Sumbal

Sumbal 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
Sumbal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above India avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,200 ft (1,585 m)
Area131.8 sq mi (341.3 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates34.2307°N, 74.6472°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
26% below India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 4.84"
Driest Month (Nov) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

293 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Feb 14, 2004 20 km ENE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.5 144 km
Feb 20, 2009 19 km NW of Uri, India M5.5 69 km
Jan 24, 1992 northwestern Kashmir M5.5 143 km
Feb 14, 2004 21 km NE of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 146 km
Feb 26, 2015 23 km E of Battagram, Pakistan M5.4 135 km
Nov 1, 2002 54 km SE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.4 143 km
Aug 13, 2012 55 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 113 km
Oct 1, 2016 62 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.4 116 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 140 km
Jul 2, 2015 23 km ENE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.3 90 km
Nov 3, 2002 61 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.3 132 km
Jan 28, 1991 18 km N of Rawala Kot, Pakistan M5.2 81 km
Mar 14, 2010 70 km SSE of Gilgit, Pakistan M5.2 120 km
Mar 20, 2006 49 km NNE of Muzaffar?b?d, Pakistan M5.2 101 km
Feb 5, 2019 87 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.2 106 km
Jan 12, 2020 68 km NNW of Bandipura, India M5.1 89 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 135 km
Jul 24, 2015 19 km WSW of Murree, Pakistan M5.1 140 km
Aug 20, 2024 8 km SW of Bāramūla, India M5.1 36 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
March 49°F (10°C) 4.6 in
April 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in Wettest
May 66°F (19°C) 2.9 in
June 74°F (23°C) 1.4 in
July 76°F (24°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 2.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
November 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in

Sumbal has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.8") and November the driest (1.1").

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Museums in Sumbal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
City Museum
City Museum
Heritage Arts Museum
Heritage Arts Museum
SPS Museum
SPS Museum

Libraries in Sumbal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allama Iqbal Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Department of Libraries and Research0.0
Dreamers Desk Library0.0
Gani Memorial Library and Reading Center0.0
Moulana Rasool Shah Library0.0
SPS Library0.0
Study Lounge 24x7 Library Reading Room0.0
Study Lounge 24x7 Library Reading Room0.0

Farmers Markets in Sumbal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Aftab Market Budshah Chowk
Aftab Market Budshah Chowk
Airport Market Place II
Airport Market Place II
Al-Qudas Market
Al-Qudas Market
Aziz Complex
Aziz Complex
Bhat Complex
Bhat Complex
Bismillah Trade Centre Karan Nagar
Bismillah Trade Centre Karan Nagar
Bohlochipora Pharmacy Market SKIMS
Capital Centre Complex
Capital Centre Complex
Central Market Abi Guzar
Central Market Abi Guzar
Chinar Super Market
Chinar Super Market
Dargah Market
Fruit & Vegetable Market, Bandipora
Fruit Mandi
Fruit Mandi Patushay Bandipora
Gani Complex
Gani Complex
General Bus Station
Grand Park
Grand Park
Gulmarg Shopping Complex
Gulmarg Shopping Complex
Gulzar Shopping Complex
Gulzar Shopping Complex
Halmat Complex Jamallata Chowk
Halmat Complex Jamallata Chowk
Hamsa Plaza
Hamsa Plaza
Hari singh high street
Hari singh high street
Hotel Abc Reidency Plaza
Hotel Abc Reidency Plaza
Ibrahs Mall
Ibrahs Mall
IQ Shopping Mall
IQ Shopping Mall
Iqbal Sabzi Mandi Batamaloo
Iqbal Sabzi Mandi Batamaloo
Iqbal Sabzi Mandi II
Iqbal Sabzi Mandi II
IT Market
IT Market
Jamia Market
Jamia Market
Jamia Market Gate II
Jamia Market Gate II
Jamia Patri Market
Jehlum Complex
Jehlum Complex
JK Ply Agency
JK Ply Agency
Kapar Market
Kapar Market
Kashmir Haat
Khan Arcade
Khan Arcade
KP Market
Makkah market
Maqbool Complex
Maqbool Complex
Meena Bazar (Floating Market)
Meena Bazar (Floating Market)
Mir Sultan Complex
Mir Sultan Complex
Nabeera Complex
Nabeera Complex
Nesto Plaza Chotta Bazar
Nesto Plaza Chotta Bazar
New Market Forest Lane
New Market Forest Lane
Nishat Market
Nishat Market
Plaza Market
Plaza Market
Polo View Market
Polo View Market
Saifco Shopping Complex Airport Market
Saifco Shopping Complex Airport Market
Samci Riveria
Samci Riveria
Shalimar Market
Shalimar Market
Sheikh Complex Shiraz Chowk
Sheikh Complex Shiraz Chowk
Shopping Centre
Shopping Centre
Shopping Complex
Shopping Complex
Soura Market
Sunday Market
Traditional Market
Traditional Market
Tripa A Complex
Tripa A Complex

Stadiums & Teams in Sumbal

TeamLeagueDivision
Bakshi Stadium
Khawaja Naqashband Sahib Sports Stadium
Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Sumbal

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 Sumbal

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sheikh ul Alam International AirportSXRLarge Airport
Awantipura Air Force StationSmall Airport
Poonch AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Sumbal

102 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A-Madina Super Speciality Care Centre
Aesthetica plastic surgery clinic
AF Kids Clinic
Al-Habib Health Clinic
Al-Hijama Unani Laser Asthetic Clinic
Al-Huda Renal Care and Dialysis Centre
Al-Kabir Eye Care Centre
Al-Kareem Heart Centre
Apex Super Speciality Centre Diagnostic and Polyclinic
Apollo Clinic
Azam Health Care Pharmacy Clinic And Diagnostics
Bone and Eye Clinic
City Eye Care Centre
City Poly Clinic & Diagnostic Centre
Crescent Speech amd Hearing Centre
Cutis Institute of Dermatology
Cutis Skin and Laser Clinic
Cutis Skin Care Clinic
Derma Asthetics Skin Care And Laser Clinic
Dermis Skin Laser Hair Transplant Clinic
Dialysis Centre Ultrasound Laboratory
Doctor and Drug
Dr Bhats Al Habib Health Care
Dr. Abrar Wani's Skin Hair and Laser Clinic
Dr. Fazili Eye Clinic
Dr. GR Mir's Orthopaedic Clinic
Dr. Hyders Dental Clinic
Dr. Iffat Hassan's Skin and Reserch Clinic
Dr. Imtiyaz Ahmad Eye Specialists
Dr. Irshad Ahmad Diabetes Clinic
Dr. Kaiser's Clinic
Dr. M Ashraf Residential Clinic
Dr. Manzoor Eye Clinic Centre
Dr. Manzoors Polyclinic and Diagnostic Centre
Dr. Manzoors Skin Care Clinic
Dr. Masood's Multispeciality Health Centre
Dr. Mir Nisar Ahmad's Clinic
Dr. Muzaffars Health Hub Clinic
Dr. Najeeb Drabus Ortho Clinic
Dr. Nazir Sheikh Clinic
Dr. Reshi's Kidney Care & Diagnostic Centre
Dr. Sami Jan Clinic
Dr. Sethi's Clinic
Dr. Shad Salim's Oncology Clinic
Dr. Syed Ashiq Hussain Naqshbandi
Dr. Syed Kaiser Dental Clinic
Dr. Tahir Malik Clinic
Dr. Tariq Eye Clinic
Dr. Waleed's Clinic
Dr. Yaseen's Skin Clinic
Dr's Hub Health and Care Clinic Chanpora
Durrani's Uro Surgery Super Speciality Clinic
Exceptional Minds - Special Centre
Eye Care & Research Centre
Falah Health Care Pharmacy and Clinic
Fracture and Orthopaedic Care Dr. G.M Wani
Gulswarm Childrens Clinic
Heart Clinic
Ifam's health center
Ilahiya Dialysis Centre
Imam Hussain (A S) Hospital
Imperial Polyclinic
Innova Clinics
International Health Clinic
International Health Clinic
Interventional Pulmonary and Sleep Disorders Center
Jeelani Ultrasound Clinic
Kashmir Clinics
Kashmir Lifeline and Health Centre
Kawoosa Clinic
Khanam`S Hospital And Nursing Home
Khattab Clinic and Laboratory
Max Health Care Med Centre
Max Health Clinic & Chemist
MED AGE Infertility Centre
Mediworld Clinics
Modern ENT Clinic
Mother's Care Clinic Womens Wellnes and Physio
Motherhood Solace Dr. Nighat Salim
Multicare Polyclinic
National Center of Diabetes and Hormones
Neo Max Medicose
New Life Clinic
Noor Optics Eye Clinic
Noor Polyclinic
Ortho Plus Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic
Paramount Polyclinic and Diagnostic Centre
Physio Care Physiotherapy Clinic
Physiotherapy Clinic
Prof. Dr Nazir Ahamd Wani
Rotunda Hygeia IVF-ICSI Centre
Royal Infertility Clinic
S.M Health Clinic
Shifa Medicare and Chemists
Shifa Physiotherapy Clinic
Skin, Laser & Hair Clinic
Spring Healthcare Multispeciality Clinic
Syed Medicos Health Clinic
Unani & Ayurvedic Clinic
Urology Clinic Dr. Imran Mir
Voluntary Medicare Society
Wasi Diagnostic Centre

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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sumbal

What is the population of Sumbal?

Sumbal has a population of 15,041 residents and is located in India. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 131.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Sumbal 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 Sumbal?

Sumbal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches.

How is the job market in Sumbal?

The job market in Sumbal faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $31. There are 271 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sumbal?

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

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