South West Khasi Hills

City in Meghalaya, India

Overview

South West Khasi Hills is a tranquil and lush district in the state of Meghalaya, famed for its rolling hills, friendly Khasi communities, and hidden natural wonders. The area offers an authentic blend of culture and nature, with villages set among forests and waterfalls waiting to be explored.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Meghalaya
Population
110,152
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
25.32°, 91.29°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
50
Food Safety
40
Monthly Cost
$352
Local Cost
$183
Local Income
$150
Cashless
30
English
50
Temperature
19.1°C
Summer Avg
23.2°C
Winter Avg
13.2°C
Record High
31.3°C
Record Low
0.7°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
3048 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 40/100.