Things to do in Bankura, West Bengal
Bankura is a city and a municipality in the state of West Bengal, India. It is the headquarters of the Bankura district.
5 places to visit in and around Bankura, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Ekteswar temple
Ekteswar temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, is located at Ekteswar, Bankura district, in West Bengal.
- 2Sonatapal Sun Temple
Sonatapal is located 3.2 kilometres north-east of Ekteswar, near Bankura town, on the banks of Dwarakeswar River in Bankura district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
- 3Bahulara Ancient Temple
Bahulara Ancient Temple is located in Bahulara village in the Onda II village panchayat, in the Onda CD block in the Bankura Sadar subdivision of the Bankura district in the Indian state of West Bengal.
- 4Susunia
Susunia is a hill of southern West Bengal, India. It is known for its holy spring, flora and the rock faces on which many mountaineers of the region developed relevant experience.
- 5Biharinath
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.
Best time to visit Bankura
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 Bankura
- Nearest railway station: Bankura Junction (BQA), 3 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 45 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Bankura 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 Bankura is not included.
Compare Bankura with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bankura | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Bishnupur | 32 km | Oct–Mar | 18 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Biharinath | 39 km | – | 9 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Raniganj | 42 km | – | 6 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Amlajora | 40 km | – | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Bankura; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Bankura?
The best known are Ekteswar temple, Sonatapal Sun Temple, Bahulara Ancient Temple, Susunia, Biharinath.
When is the best time to visit Bankura?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Bankura?
Nearest railway station: Bankura Junction (BQA), 3 km away. Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 45 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Bankura 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 Bankura is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.