Himachal Pradesh

Shimla

Queen of Hills

64/100
Average
Rs 6k+1BHK Rent
AQI 38Good
Use normal cautionSafety
Good for familiesSettlement fit

City At a Glance

Population
1.7 L
Census estimate
Area
35 km²
Elevation
2276m
above sea level
Avg Temp
14°C
annual average
Cost Index
Medium
City Type
Tier 2
State
Himachal Pradesh
Coordinates
31.10°N
77.17°E

Livability Scores

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Education67
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Healthcare63
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Safety69
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Cost of Living72
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AQI78
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Transport48
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Lifestyle67
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Economy55
Weather69
National average
Best For
Hill StationTourismColonial
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Air Quality Index

38
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
14°C
Hottest
24°C
Coolest
5°C
Annual Rain
698mm
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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

IGMC Hospital (Indira Gandhi Medical College)
Government Teaching Hospital
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Kamla Nehru Hospital
Government Hospital
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IGMC Maternity Hospital
Government Hospital
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Key Institutions

Himachal Pradesh University
State University
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Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC)
Government Medical College
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IIT Mandi
IIT
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Transport Hubs

Shimla Airport
Domestic
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Shimla Railway Station
Indian Railways
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Shimla Bus Terminal
State Bus
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Cultural Climate

Hindi-dominant hill station. Easy for North Indians; accepting of outsiders.

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

Himachal Pradesh capital; popular with tourists and government officials. Hindi-speaking.

Neighbourhoods

5 localities mapped in Shimla

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

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PSU Transfer FAQ

Common questions before moving to Shimla

Is Shimla a good PSU transfer posting for families?

Shimla scores 64/100 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 Shimla?

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 Shimla for a transferred employee?

Shimla is marked as Medium 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 Shimla?

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

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