Arunachal Pradesh

Itanagar

Land of the rising sun

42/100
Below Average
Rs 7k+1BHK Rent
AQI 64Moderate
Research localitySafety
Needs researchSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
59.5 K
Census estimate
Area
25 km²
Elevation
350m
above sea level
Avg Temp
22°C
annual average
Cost Index
Low
City Type
Tier 3
State
Arunachal Pradesh
Coordinates
27.08°N
93.61°E

Livability Scores

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Education36
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Healthcare32
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Safety38
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Cost of Living49
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AQI37
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Transport32
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Lifestyle36
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Economy39
Weather43
National average
Best For
NortheastTribalScenic
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Air Quality Index

64
Satisfactory
Safe for most people outdoors
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
22°C
Hottest
32°C
Coolest
13°C
Annual Rain
2400mm
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F
M
A
M
Jun
J
A
S
O
N
D
Hot ≥33°CWarm 30–32°CPleasantRainfall

Source: IMD historical averages · Current month highlighted

City Essentials

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Top Hospitals

TRIHMS (Tomo Riba Institute)
Government Teaching Hospital
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Regional Referral Hospital
Government Hospital
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District Hospital Itanagar
Government Hospital
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Key Institutions

Rajiv Gandhi University
Central University
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NIT Arunachal Pradesh
NIT
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Tomo Riba Institute (TRIHMS)
Medical Institute
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Transport Hubs

Itanagar Holongi Airport
0 km away
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Ziro Airfield
0 km away
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Lilabari Airport
0 km away
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Cultural Climate

ILP required for outsiders. English is widely used. PSU postings managed through central govt channels.

Migrant Openness
Regional
Language Barrier
Moderate
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

Arunachal Pradesh capital; tribal identity protected by Inner Line Permit (ILP).

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Itanagar

Rent ranges, schools, hospitals and vibe — area by area.

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Itanagar

Is Itanagar a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Itanagar scores 42/100 on CityDex. For PSU and government families, the strongest signals are schools, hospitals, rent levels, safety, and language comfort.

What should I check before accepting a transfer to Itanagar?

Check KV or CBSE school access, CGHS or reliable hospital coverage, 1BHK/2BHK rent, commute to office or township, safety, and whether your family is comfortable with the local language and climate.

How expensive is Itanagar for a transferred employee?

Itanagar is marked as Low cost of living on CityDex. Use the rent and essentials sections to compare expected housing and monthly expenses before finalizing accommodation.

How is air quality in Itanagar?

Current air quality guidance for Itanagar is Moderate. Families with children or elderly parents should also check seasonal pollution patterns before choosing a locality.

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