Andaman & Nicobar

Port Blair

Gateway to the islands

55/100
Average
Rs 8k+1BHK Rent
AQI 30Good
Research localitySafety
Migrant-friendlySettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
1.0 L
Census estimate
Area
17 km²
Elevation
16m
above sea level
Avg Temp
27°C
annual average
Cost Index
High
City Type
Tier 3
State
Andaman & Nicobar
Coordinates
11.62°N
92.73°E

Livability Scores

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Education50
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Healthcare46
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Safety52
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Cost of Living43
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AQI56
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Transport46
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Lifestyle50
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Economy53
Weather57
National average
Best For
IslandTourismCoastal
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Air Quality Index

30
Good
Air is clean — safe for all activities
Good050
Satisfactory51100
Moderate101200
Poor201300
Very Poor301400
Severe401500
Source: CPCB via OpenAQ
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Climate & Rainfall

Avg Temp
27°C
Hottest
29°C
Coolest
25°C
Annual Rain
1400mm
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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

GB Pant Hospital
Government Hospital
Maps ↗
Government Medical College Hospital
Government Teaching Hospital
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Andaman & Nicobar Islands Institute of Medical Sciences
Teaching Hospital
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Key Institutions

NIT Andaman & Nicobar
NIT
Maps ↗
Pondicherry University – Andaman Campus
Central University
Maps ↗
Government Medical College Port Blair
Government Medical College
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Transport Hubs

Veer Savarkar International Airport
0 km away
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Naval Air Station
3 km away
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Julglighat Bus Stop
ISBT / State Bus
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Cultural Climate

Hindi and Bengali widely spoken. Very accepting of outsiders; historically settled by mainland migrants.

Migrant Openness
High
Language Barrier
Low
PSU Presence
Strong presence
City Character

Andaman islands capital — majority of population has roots in mainland India; cosmopolitan.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Port Blair

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Port Blair

Is Port Blair a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Port Blair scores 55/100 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 Port Blair?

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 Port Blair for a transferred employee?

Port Blair is marked as High 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 Port Blair?

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

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