Makhu
City in Punjab, India
Overview
Makhu is a small, close-knit town in Punjab, India, set between fields and intersected by the railway line. It's best known for its local markets, warm Punjabi hospitality, and tranquil rural environment.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Punjab
Population
14,658
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
31.10°, 75.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
45
Monthly Cost
$317
Local Cost
$177
Local Income
$190
Cashless
30
English
30
Temperature
25.7°C
Summer Avg
34.4°C
Winter Avg
14.4°C
Record High
50.4°C
Record Low
-0.6°C
Humidity
41%
Precipitation
565 mm
Internet Speed
92 Mbps
Upload
95 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 52 tests. 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 47/100.