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Punch

City in Jammu and Kashmir, India

Overview

Punch, set in the foothills of the Pir Panjal range, is a small but lively city in Jammu and Kashmir known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and friendly locals. Its proximity to the LOC lends a unique character, blending frontier charm with traditional life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
Union Territory
Jammu and Kashmir
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
33.70°, 74.20°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
35
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$425
Local Cost
$222
Local Income
$100
Cashless
25
English
30
Temperature
14.9°C
Summer Avg
23.2°C
Winter Avg
5.4°C
Record High
38.8°C
Record Low
-8.8°C
Humidity
55%
Precipitation
861 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
RJI
Distance
38 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 45/100.

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