Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu

City of temples

57/100
Average
Rs 5k+1BHK Rent
AQI 63Moderate
Use normal cautionSafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
5.0 L
Census estimate
Area
240 km²
Elevation
327m
above sea level
Avg Temp
24°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 2
State
Jammu & Kashmir
Coordinates
32.73°N
74.86°E

Livability Scores

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Education50
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Healthcare46
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Safety67
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Cost of Living63
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AQI51
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Transport46
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Lifestyle50
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Economy53
Weather57
National average
Best For
TemplesHeritageGateway
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Flats in Jammu

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Air Quality Index

63
Satisfactory
Safe for most people outdoors
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
24°C
Hottest
34°C
Coolest
15°C
Annual Rain
698mm
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F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
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N
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Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

Government Medical College Hospital Jammu
Government Teaching Hospital
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AIIMS Jammu
AIIMS
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Super Speciality Hospital Jammu
Government Hospital
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Key Institutions

IIT Jammu
IIT
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Government Medical College Jammu
Government Medical College
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University of Jammu
State University
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Transport Hubs

Udhampur Air Force Station
0 km away
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سیالکوٹ انٹرنیشنل ایئرپورٹ
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Jammu Airport
0 km away
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Cultural Climate

Hindi and Dogri dominant. Welcoming to mainland Indians; strong government/army presence.

Migrant Openness
Moderate
Language Barrier
Low
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

J&K winter capital; more open than Srinagar. Dogri and Hindi dominant.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Jammu

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Jammu

Is Jammu a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Jammu scores 57/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Jammu?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Jammu for a transferred employee?

Jammu is marked as Low cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Jammu?

Current air quality guidance for Jammu is Moderate. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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