West Jaintia Hills
City in Meghalaya, India
Overview
West Jaintia Hills is a picturesque district in Meghalaya, known for its rolling hills, ancient megaliths, rich tribal culture, and scenic vistas. The area appeals to adventurers, history lovers, and those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience amidst nature and tradition.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Meghalaya
Population
270,352
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
25.50°, 92.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
45
Food Safety
50
Monthly Cost
$428
Local Cost
$185
Local Income
$85
Cashless
30
English
50
Temperature
20.0°C
Summer Avg
24.4°C
Winter Avg
13.8°C
Record High
36.5°C
Record Low
1.9°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
2332 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SHL
Distance
35 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 55/100.