West Garo Hills

City in Meghalaya, India

Overview

West Garo Hills is a lively district in Meghalaya known for its rich tribal culture, lush hills, and lively markets. The region's capital, Tura, offers a blend of natural beauty, heritage, and local hospitality, making it a gateway to the unique Garo way of life.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Meghalaya
Population
643,291
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
25.57°, 90.22°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
56
Female Safety
46
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
35
Food Safety
38
Monthly Cost
$445
Local Cost
$258
Local Income
$125
Cashless
35
English
50
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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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 2025-12-06.
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 48/100.