Sakhi Niwas hostels provide rooms, meals, and security for working women and trainees, with day-care where approved.
In West Karbi Anglong, 45% of working-age women are in the labour force, close to the typical district. A Working Women's Hostel helps women take up jobs away from home by giving them safe, affordable housing so distance is not a barrier.
75% of registered enterprises are in services while 25% are in manufacturing. 69% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).
In West Karbi Anglong, which ranks 26 of 35 in Assam for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 43 out of 100. It trails the national picture on women with a bank account at 68.9%. On women taking part in all major household decisions at 78%, it sits close to the national mark.