Things to do in Biharinath, West Bengal
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.
9 places to visit in and around Biharinath, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Garh Panchkot
Garh Panchkot, meaning "Fort of the Five Clans", is a ruined fort located in the eastern part of India at the foothills of Panchet Hill in the district of Purulia, West Bengal.
Wikipedia - 2Biharinath
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.
Wikipedia - 3Biharinath Temple
This is most famous Shiva temple in the western part of Bengal and for some ways beyond the state. Millions of pilgrims throng there throughout the year.
- 4Damodar River
You can walk down through the country paths towards the river
- 5Susunia
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.
Wikipedia - 6Nehru Park, Burnpur
Nehru Park is located on the banks of the Damodar River at Burnpur, a neighbourhood in Asansol in the Indian state of West Bengal.
Wikipedia - 7Panchet Hill
Panchet Hill, referred to in Bengali as Panchakot Pahar, is located in Neturia at the north-eastern end of Purulia district, in the Indian state of West Bengal.
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Biharinath by interest
- Temples and places of worship: Biharinath Temple, Ghaghar Burhi, Sacred Heart Church, Asansol
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Biharinath, Susunia, Nehru Park, Burnpur, Panchet Hill
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Biharinath
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 14°C | 12 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 19°C | 14 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 24°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 29°C | 48 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 118 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 29°C | 219 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 27°C | 329 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 26°C | 291 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 25°C | 237 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 23°C | 99 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 19°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 15°C | 9 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (451 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Biharinath
- Nearest railway station: Asansol Junction (ASN), 12 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 30 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Biharinath 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 Biharinath is not included.
Compare Biharinath with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biharinath | – | Oct–Mar | 9 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Burnpur | 9 km | Oct–Mar | 16 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Asansol | 11 km | Oct–Mar | 17 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Baranti | 11 km | Oct–Mar | 11 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Parbeliya | 11 km | Oct–Mar | 10 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Biharinath; 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 Biharinath?
The best known are Garh Panchkot, Biharinath, Biharinath Temple, Damodar River, Susunia.
When is the best time to visit Biharinath?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Biharinath?
Nearest railway station: Asansol Junction (ASN), 12 km away. Nearest airport: Kazi Nazrul Islam International Airport (RDP), 30 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Biharinath 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 Biharinath is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.