Things to do in Chaulia, West Bengal
Chaulia is a census town in the Dantan I CD block in the Kharagpur subdivision of the Paschim Medinipur district in the state of West Bengal, India.
5 places to visit in and around Chaulia, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Moghalmari
Moghalmari or Mogolmari is a village and an archaeological excavation site in the Dantan I CD block in the Kharagpur subdivision of the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal.
Wikipedia - 2Raibania fort
Raibania fort is a group of ancient forts in Baleswar district, Odisha, India. This fort complex is considered as the biggest medieval fort of eastern India.
Wikipedia - 3Kurumbera Fort
Kurumbera Fort is a medieval fort situated in Gaganeshwar village, southeast of Keshiari, at about four kilometres from that town. The fort has small quarters and temples.
Wikipedia - 4Jagannath Temple, Mohanpur
The Temples of Bishnupur are a group of temples located in the town of Bishnupur, West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 5Raghunatha Temple, Alangiri
Raghunath Temple is located at the village of Alangiri near the town of Egra. This temple was established in 1810 by the Das family.
Wikipedia
Before you go: official rules
- Puri Jagannath: registration, official sites and rules
Best time to visit Chaulia
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 18°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 22°C | 20 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 31 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 63 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 146 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 237 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 329 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 322 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 288 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 161 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 27 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 18°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 Chaulia
- Nearest railway station: Dantan (DNT), 2 km away.
- Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 143 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Chaulia 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 Chaulia is not included.
Compare Chaulia with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaulia | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Talasari beach | 37 km | Nov–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Chandaneswar | 39 km | Nov–Mar | 7 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Digha | 40 km | Nov–Mar | 17 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kharagpur | 43 km | Oct–Mar | 11 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Chaulia; 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 Chaulia?
The best known are Moghalmari, Raibania fort, Kurumbera Fort, Jagannath Temple, Mohanpur, Raghunatha Temple, Alangiri.
When is the best time to visit Chaulia?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Chaulia?
Nearest railway station: Dantan (DNT), 2 km away. Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 143 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Chaulia 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 Chaulia is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.