West Jaintia Hills district

West Jaintia Hills is an administrative district in Meghalaya comprising three development blocks with Jowai serving as the main administrative center. The region connects to other areas through major national highways.

The district was created in 2012 when the original Jaintia Hills district split into two separate administrative regions. This division established a new governing structure for the western portion of the area.

The people here speak Pnar and War languages and celebrate local festivals that keep their traditions alive. These celebrations shape daily life and show how communities maintain their identity.

The region is easily accessible via major national highways, and you will find banks, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities concentrated around Jowai. Most essential services are available in this central area.

The region grows Lakadong Turmeric, a variety known for its unusually high curcumin content. This special crop is often overlooked by visitors, though it is one of the area's most valuable products.

Location: Meghalaya

Inception: July 31, 2012

Capital city: Jowai

Shares border with: East Jaintia Hills district, East Khasi Hills district, Ri-Bhoi district

Website: http://westjaintiahills.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 25.45000,92.20000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:44