State of India
Meghalaya
Meghalaya is a state in north-eastern India with its capital at Shillong. The 2011 Census recorded a population of 2,966,889 over an area of about 22,429 km².
Overview
Meghalaya, the "abode of clouds", is a state of rolling green hills, deep gorges and roaring waterfalls. Mawsynram and Cherrapunji (Sohra) are among the wettest places on Earth, and the living root bridges of the Khasi Hills, the clear river at Dawki and long limestone caves make it a paradise for explorers.
Districts of Meghalaya
The district directory for Meghalaya has not been published yet. Meghalaya has 12 districts (as of January 2025).
History & formation
Meghalaya was part of Assam until it became an autonomous state in 1970 and a full state on 21 January 1972. Shillong, the capital, was also the capital of undivided Assam during British rule.
Geography
The state is a plateau of the Garo, Khasi and Jaintia hills. Moisture-laden monsoon winds from the Bay of Bengal rise over its southern slopes, producing extraordinary rainfall.
Economy, agriculture & industry
Agriculture (including turmeric, oranges and areca nut), tourism and mining are important.
Culture, festivals & cuisine
English is the official language; Khasi and Garo are associate official languages. The Khasi and Garo communities follow a matrilineal system. Festivals include Shad Suk Mynsiem, Behdienkhlam and the Wangala harvest festival.
State symbols
State symbols for Meghalaya are awaiting editorial verification. We only list symbols confirmed by an official source.
Legislature & representation
Details| Legislature | Unicameral |
|---|---|
| Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) seats | 60 |
| Lok Sabha constituencies | 2 |
| Rajya Sabha seats | 1 |
Seat figures as of January 2025 · source.
Sources & references
- Census of India 2011 – state population and area – Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India (2011) , retrieved 10 Oct 2026 – Population and area Reported
- Election Commission of India – delimitation and seats – Election Commission of India , retrieved 10 Oct 2026 – Lok Sabha and Assembly seat counts Reported