Things to do in Baktarnagar, West Bengal
Baktarnagar is a census town in the Raniganj CD block in the Asansol Sadar subdivision of the Paschim Bardhaman district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
5 places to visit in and around Baktarnagar, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Temples of Bishnupur
The Temples of Bishnupur are a group of temples located in the town of Bishnupur, West Bengal, India.
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- 3Biharinath
Biharinath is the tallest hill of Bankura District, in the Indian state of West Bengal., and one of the dense forest areas of the district. It is a part of the Eastern Ghats.
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Best time to visit Baktarnagar
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 48 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 118 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 31°C | 219 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 329 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 291 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 27°C | 237 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 25°C | 99 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Baktarnagar
- Nearest railway station: Andal Junction (UDL), 4 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 10 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Baktarnagar costs
- Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Baktarnagar is not included.
Compare Baktarnagar with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baktarnagar | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Palashban | 2 km | Oct–Mar | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Harishpur | 3 km | Oct–Mar | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Ballavpur | 3 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Raniganj | 4 km | Oct–Mar | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Baktarnagar; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Baktarnagar?
The best known are Temples of Bishnupur, Ghaghar Burhi, Biharinath, Nehru Park, Burnpur, Sacred Heart Church, Asansol.
When is the best time to visit Baktarnagar?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Baktarnagar?
Nearest railway station: Andal Junction (UDL), 4 km away. Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 10 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Baktarnagar cost?
Budget: about ₹1,800–₹3,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,300–₹8,300 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,500–₹18,000 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Baktarnagar is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.