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Uttarkāshi, India

Uttarakhand · India

Uttarkāshi is a small city in Uttarakhand, India with a population of 17,123. Elevation: 3,763 ft (1,147 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,123 Population 3,690/sq mi density
3,763 ft Elevation 1,147 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
64.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,500 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$2,500 median income, 6.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$15,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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People

Population17,123
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density3,690/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,500
Per Capita$2,600
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$15,000
Rent$35
Housing Units6,849
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain64.5 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation3,763 ft (1,147 m)
Population17,123
Population Density3,690 / sq mi
Elevation3,763 ft (1,147 m)
Coordinates30.7299°, 78.4434°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceUttarakhand
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation64.5 inches (1,638 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,500
Median Age28.0 years

About Uttarkāshi

Uttarkāshi is a small city in India (Uttarakhand) with a population of 17,123. The city sits at an elevation of 3,763 feet (1,147 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Uttarkāshi has a population of 17,123 with a density of 3,690 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

17,123
Total Population
3,690
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below India avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Uttarkāshi vs India Average

The median household income in Uttarkāshi is $2,500, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,600 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $50, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 308 business establishments.

Income: Uttarkāshi vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,500
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,600
Avg Weekly Wage$50

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)308

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Uttarkāshi is $15,000, 95% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,849 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$15,000
95% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,849

Property Tax

Climate in Uttarkāshi

Uttarkāshi has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jun (20.5°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1249 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F -4.7° / 15.9° 61.4
Feb 6.2°C / 43°F -4.7° / 17.6° 47.7
Mar 10.4°C / 51°F 0.7° / 22.1° 59.2
Apr 14.8°C / 59°F 4.7° / 26° 41.6
May 17.9°C / 64°F 7.9° / 29.4° 74.7
Jun 20.5°C / 69°F 11.5° / 30.2° 96.3
Jul 19.7°C / 67°F 14.8° / 26.6° 350.0
Aug 19.1°C / 66°F 14.8° / 24.3° 271.8
Sep 17.9°C / 64°F 12.1° / 23.9° 185.5
Oct 14°C / 57°F 6.7° / 21.9° 35.4
Nov 10.2°C / 50°F 3.4° / 19° 8.0
Dec 6.7°C / 44°F -2.3° / 17° 18.0
Uttarkāshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 64.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,763 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above India avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,763 ft (1,147 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density3,690/sq mi
Coordinates30.7299°N, 78.4434°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 64.5"
70% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 16.61"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

122 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 7, 2023.

Oct 19, 1991 32 km E of Uttark?shi, India M6.8 32 km
Mar 28, 1999 9 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M6.6 95 km
Mar 28, 1999 12 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M5.4 102 km
Mar 30, 1999 10 km WSW of P?palkoti, India M5.3 94 km
Apr 6, 1999 10 km W of P?palkoti, India M5.1 91 km
Jul 22, 2007 Uttaranchal, India M5.1 26 km
Feb 6, 2017 36 km NW of P?palkoti, India M5.1 70 km
Feb 9, 2012 20 km NNE of Barkot, India M5.1 32 km
Sep 21, 2009 Uttaranchal, India M5.0 61 km
May 28, 2010 10 km SE of Rohru, India M5.0 73 km
Oct 8, 2012 71 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.9 123 km
May 27, 2003 18 km NW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 84 km
Dec 18, 1990 14 km ENE of Rudrapray?g, India M4.9 78 km
Oct 21, 1995 92 km NNE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 92 km
Jan 20, 1991 16 km SE of Banj?r, India M4.9 129 km
Jun 20, 2011 22 km NNW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 87 km
Apr 18, 1999 23 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 98 km
Apr 14, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 98 km
Apr 7, 1999 22 km SSW of P?palkoti, India M4.9 99 km
Oct 20, 1991 24 km ENE of Uttark?shi, India M4.9 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 2.0 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in Warmest
July 68°F (20°C) 16.5 in
August 68°F (20°C) 16.6 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 8.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 0.6 in Driest
December 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in

Uttarkāshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 44°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (16.6") and November the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Uttarkāshi

Institution Type Founded Website
Government Post Graduate College College - ,
Nehru Institute Of Mountaineering College - ,

Schools in Uttarkāshi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government Inter College Uttarkashi - - - -
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Radio Stations near Uttarkāshi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Uttarkāshi

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Akash Ganga
HOTEL DAIWARCH
Shivalinga

Restaurants in Uttarkāshi

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mukesh Rana Homestay and restaurant

Dentists in Uttarkāshi

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aditri Dental Clinic
Arvind Dental Clinic
Dental Clinic
Shri Hari Dental Clinic
The Dental Town
Uttarkashi Smile Dental Clinic

Bus Stations in Uttarkāshi

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus station
Uttarkashi Bus Stand

Gas Stations in Uttarkāshi

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

IN #1356151699
IN #1356154564

Airports Near Uttarkāshi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dehradun Jolly Grant AirportDEDMedium Airport
Gauchar Airstrip-Small Airport
Maa Ganga Airport Uttarkashi-Small Airport

Post Offices in Uttarkāshi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Uttarkāshi

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Immured rice fields: Nag Devta
Nag Temple (of serpent/cobra deity)
Nag temple (of serpent/cobra deity)
Nag temple (of serpent/cobra Deity)
Nagni Thang Mandir
Shivananda Ashram
temple of Ayana Devi (Form of Mother Kali)
temple of narsingh (Man-Lion Avatar of Vishnu)

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 Uttarkāshi

What is the population of Uttarkāshi?

Uttarkāshi has a population of 17,123 residents and is located in India. The population density is 3,690 people per square mile, spread across 4.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Uttarkāshi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,500, 97% 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 $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Uttarkāshi?

Uttarkāshi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches.

How is the job market in Uttarkāshi?

The unemployment rate in Uttarkāshi is 6.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $50. There are 308 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Uttarkāshi?

The median home value in Uttarkāshi is $15,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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