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Cherrapunjee, India

Meghalaya · India

Cherrapunjee is a small city in Meghalaya, India with a population of 11,722. Elevation: 4,938 ft (1,505 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
11,722 Population 69/sq mi density
4,938 ft Elevation 1,505 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
241.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,600 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$1,600 median income, 5.5% unemployment
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Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$11,000 home value, $32/mo rent

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People

Population11,722
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density69/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$1,600
Per Capita$1,500
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty22.0%

Housing

C+
Home Value$11,000
Rent$32
Housing Units4,689
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain241.9 in/yr
Sunny Days162/yr
Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Population11,722
Population Density69 / sq mi
Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Coordinates25.3009°, 91.6962°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceMeghalaya
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation241.9 inches (6,143 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,600
Median Age22.5 years

About Cherrapunjee

Cherrapunjee is a small city in India (Meghalaya) with a population of 11,722. The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet (1,505 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 241.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Cherrapunjee has a population of 11,722 with a density of 69 people per square mile, spread across 169.9 square miles. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,722
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below India avg
169.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cherrapunjee vs India Average

The median household income in Cherrapunjee is $1,600, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $29, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 211 business establishments.

Income: Cherrapunjee vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,600
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,500
Avg Weekly Wage$29

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above India avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above India avg
Establishments (County)211

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cherrapunjee is $11,000, 96% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $32 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,689 total housing units in the city. 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,000
96% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$32
97% below India avg
Rent Burden29.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,689

Property Tax

Climate in Cherrapunjee

Cherrapunjee has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.1°C), the coldest is Jan (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 10664 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.2°C / 54°F 6.7° / 17.8° 11.6
Feb 14.1°C / 57°F 9° / 19.2° 58.7
Mar 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 21.8° 345.4
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 15.1° / 23.2° 717.5
May 20°C / 68°F 16.5° / 23.5° 1,119.9
Jun 20.8°C / 69°F 18.1° / 23.4° 2,388.8
Jul 20.5°C / 69°F 18.3° / 22.7° 2,821.2
Aug 21.1°C / 70°F 18.5° / 23.7° 1,627.7
Sep 21°C / 70°F 18.1° / 24° 1,059.9
Oct 20°C / 68°F 15.6° / 24.3° 456.9
Nov 16.8°C / 62°F 11.4° / 22.2° 45.9
Dec 13.5°C / 56°F 8.1° / 18.9° 10.2
Cherrapunjee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 241.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,938 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above India avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days162 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,938 ft (1,505 m)
Area169.9 sq mi (440.1 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates25.3009°N, 91.6962°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 241.9"
536% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 64.57"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

117 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 11, 2025.

May 8, 1997 11 km WNW of Kar?mganj, India M6.0 72 km
Jan 3, 2017 18 km ENE of ?mb?sa, India M5.7 147 km
Nov 19, 1996 India-Bangladesh border region M5.4 131 km
Feb 26, 2025 5 km N of Morigaon, India M5.3 129 km
Aug 14, 2023 16 km NW of Karīmganj, India M5.3 66 km
Oct 5, 1999 18 km NE of Dispur, India M5.2 109 km
Mar 2, 2013 25 km SSW of Kar?mganj, India M5.2 87 km
Jan 23, 2023 12 km NE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 147 km
Feb 22, 1990 19 km NNE of Lakhipur, India M5.1 147 km
Feb 25, 1992 38 km NNW of Kar?mganj, India M5.0 55 km
Feb 8, 2020 10 km E of Abhay?puri, India M5.0 147 km
Dec 12, 1992 15 km ESE of Nongstoin, India M5.0 34 km
Apr 5, 2016 38 km SE of Lakhipur, India M5.0 126 km
Jun 16, 2023 India-Bangladesh border region M5.0 71 km
Feb 15, 2005 9 km W of L?la, India M5.0 118 km
Aug 6, 1997 31 km ENE of Shillong, India M4.9 61 km
Oct 14, 2002 19 km SE of Jahedpur, Bangladesh M4.9 68 km
Nov 8, 2017 28 km N of Agartala, India M4.9 141 km
Oct 2, 2023 28 km S of Goālpāra, India M4.9 131 km
Jun 11, 2018 18 km NE of Rah?, India M4.9 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Sidr (2007).

Year Name Category Closest
2007 Sidr Category 1 220 km
1997 Unnamed Category 3 197 km
1997 Unnamed Category 1 181 km
1991 Unnamed Category 4 244 km
1988 Unnamed Category 2 288 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1897 ASSAM Earthquake 3.0 m 1,542 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 60°F (16°C) 1.2 in
March 67°F (19°C) 5.6 in
April 71°F (22°C) 16.8 in
May 73°F (23°C) 25.9 in
June 75°F (24°C) 48.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 64.6 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 39.1 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 26.7 in
October 72°F (22°C) 10.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.7 in
December 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in

Cherrapunjee has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 57°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 241.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (64.6") and January the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Cherrapunjee

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ramakrishna Mission LPS School - - - -
Mawsynram Higher Secondary School - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Cherrapunjee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Liakatganj Bazar
Market Place (Iew)
Sohra Market

Hotels in Cherrapunjee

12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arnes Wooden Hut
Cordial Lodge
Hotel under construction
Jive Resort
Labana
Nongriat Guest House
Polo Orchid Resort Cherrapunjee
Rani Homestay
Royal View
Santira Homestay
SHG Homestay Mynteng
Wet Land Home Stay

Restaurants in Cherrapunjee

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aicylian Tariang Raindrop Restaurant
Avron Restaurant
Bansiewar Dhabha
Biryani Fiesta
Dhaba
Gemi’s Indian Cuisine
Golden Spoon Dhaba Sohra
Halari
Halari Restaurant
Halari Restaurant
Hungry Care Restaurant
Iew Sohra
Local restaurant
Nalgre restaurant
Rikhasi Dhabha
Rose Mary restaurant
Synrem Bhojanalaya
Vibggyor
Victual Restaurant
Wallphiri fast food

Cafes in Cherrapunjee

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

3 sister’s tea stall
Arnes Wooden Hut
Leenie's Place Teastall
Sohra House Cafe
Wahlang Tea Stall

Monuments in Cherrapunjee

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kor Shongthait
Maw-Sngi
Mawbynna (Khasi Megaliths)
Monolith park

Clinics in Cherrapunjee

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lyn's Homeopathic Clinic

Veterinaries in Cherrapunjee

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mawsynram Veterinary

Bus Stations in Cherrapunjee

4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mawsynram Station
Sumo station
Sumo to Shillong
Taxi to Shillong

Gas Stations in Cherrapunjee

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Assam Oil
IN #11752778000
Indian Oil
Indian Oil Mawsynram
Indian Oil Weiloi

Banks in Cherrapunjee

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meghalaya Cooperative Apex Bank
State Bank of India
State Bank of India

Airports Near Cherrapunjee

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Osmany International AirportZYLLarge Airport
Shillong AirportSHLMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cherrapunjee

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Don Bosco Shrine
Nongsawlia Presbyterian Church
Ramkrishnan Mission
Sohratwa Presbyterian Church

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Waterfalls
30
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cherrapunjee

What is the population of Cherrapunjee?

Cherrapunjee has a population of 11,722 residents and is located in India. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 169.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Cherrapunjee expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,600, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $11,000 (96% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $32 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cherrapunjee?

Cherrapunjee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 162 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 241.9 inches.

How is the job market in Cherrapunjee?

The unemployment rate in Cherrapunjee is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $29. There are 211 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cherrapunjee?

The median home value in Cherrapunjee is $11,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $32.

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