Khonsa

City in Arunachal Pradesh, India

Overview

Khonsa is a tranquil town set in the hills of Arunachal Pradesh, known for its lush forests and distinct tribal cultures. It serves as the headquarters of the Tirap district, offering a blend of natural beauty and traditional lifestyle.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Arunachal Pradesh
Population
9,229
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
27.02°, 95.57°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$315
Local Cost
$182
Local Income
$110
Cashless
30
English
30
Temperature
20.9°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
14.5°C
Record High
40.8°C
Record Low
3.2°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1815 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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 2025-12-07.
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 40/100.