Things to do in Dakra, West Bengal
Dakra is a census town in Balurghat CD Block in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in the state of West Bengal, India.
5 places to visit in and around Dakra, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Altadighi National Park
Altadighi National Park is an IUCN Category IV national park and nature reserve in Bangladesh. The park is located in Dhamoirhat Upazila, Naogaon District, near the border with India.
Wikipedia - 2Chakbhabani Kalibari
Chakbhabani Kalibari is an historic temple at Balurghat in the West Bengal State of India. The temple is close to Balurghat Girl's High School, Balurghat Jail, Administrative Office, Municipal Office and Balurghat College.
Wikipedia - 3Dibar Dighi
Dibar Dighi is a tank in Bangladesh. An octagonal granite pillar, associated with Kaivarta, chief Dibyak, who usurped the Pala throne, stands in the centre of the tank.
Wikipedia - 4Balurghat Museum
- 5Agrapuri Vihara
Best time to visit Dakra
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan16°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb21°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr31°CHot
- May31°CHot
- Jun30°CRainy
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug29°CRainy
- Sep28°CRainy
- Oct26°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov21°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec17°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 6 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 11 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 25 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 81 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 167 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 240 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 301 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 248 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 237 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 136 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Dakra
- Nearest railway station: Balurghat (BLGT), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Balurghat Airport (RGH), 4 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Dakra costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 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 Dakra is not included.
Compare Dakra with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakra | – | Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Gopalpur | 28 km | Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Gangarampur | 31 km | Oct–Mar | 6 |
Distances in a straight line from Dakra; 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 Dakra?
The best known are Altadighi National Park, Chakbhabani Kalibari, Dibar Dighi, Balurghat Museum, Agrapuri Vihara.
When is the best time to visit Dakra?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Dakra?
Nearest railway station: Balurghat (BLGT), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Balurghat Airport (RGH), 4 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Dakra cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 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 Dakra is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.