West District
City in Sikkim, India
Overview
West District is a diverse urban area blending busy commercial streets, peaceful residential enclaves, and scenic hillside views. It is known for its lively market life, accessible public amenities, and growing cultural scene. Visitors will find both traditional Indian heritage and modern touches throughout the city.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
Sikkim
Population
—
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
27.33°, 88.25°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
60
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$528
Local Cost
$250
Local Income
$250
Cashless
40
English
55
Temperature
5.3°C
Summer Avg
11.4°C
Winter Avg
-1.4°C
Record High
18.9°C
Record Low
-16.7°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
1098 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
5
Walk Score
5
Footways
9.0
Airport
PYG
Distance
35 km
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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.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. 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 45/100.