Working Women's Hostel in West Karbi Anglong, Assam

Pillar: Agency & Engagement

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.

Youth opportunity in West Karbi Anglong

75% of registered enterprises are in services while 25% are in manufacturing. 31% of employment is in small and medium enterprises. 63% of school-age children are enrolled in higher secondary school (classes 9–12).

In West Karbi Anglong, which ranks 24 of 35 in Assam for youth opportunity, the overall opportunity score is 43.2 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.

Mandated services and how to locate the Working Women's Hostel in West Karbi Anglong are in the West Karbi Anglong district course and the English reference guide (Hindi). See the West Karbi Anglong youth opportunity scorecard for the full district picture.