South West Garo Hills

City in Meghalaya, India

Overview

South West Garo Hills is a tranquil district in Meghalaya known for its rolling hills, lush forests, and rich Garo culture. It is a gateway to natural attractions and offers a laid-back rural experience with strong community life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Meghalaya
Population
172,495
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
25.47°, 89.93°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
45
Female Safety
38
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$280
Local Cost
$145
Local Income
$185
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
24.4°C
Summer Avg
28.3°C
Winter Avg
17.7°C
Record High
41.7°C
Record Low
1.5°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
2195 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

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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 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

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Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.