Things to do in Kharar, West Bengal
Kharar is a historical town of Ghatal and one of the oldest towns in Asia. This city is located in the Ghatal Subdivision of the Indian state of West Bengal.
5 places to visit in and around Kharar, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Malleswara Shiva Temple
Malleswara Shiva Temple is a pancha-ratna temple, built in the 18th century at Chandrakona in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 2Ghanteshwar Temple
Ghanteshwar temple is situated at Ubidpur Khanakul Hooghly, West Bengal India on the bank of river Ratnakar, which is now virtually dead. Lord Shiva is the mainly worshipped deity here.
Wikipedia - 3Parvatinatha Temple
The Parvatinatha Temple is a saptadasa-ratna temple, built in the 19th century at Chandrakona in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 4Shantinath Shiva Temple
Shantinath Shiva Temple is a nava-ratna temple, built in 1828 at Mitrasenpur, Chandrakona in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia - 5Chandrakona Jorbangla Temple
Chandrakona Jorbangla Temple is a 17th-century stone built temple at Dakshinbazar, Chandrakona in Ghatal subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India.
Wikipedia
Best time to visit Kharar
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 17°C | 16 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 17 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 28 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 54 mm |
| May | Hot | 32°C | 136 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 222 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 313 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 301 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 261 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 140 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 18 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 Kharar
- Nearest railway station: Arambagh (AMBG), 24 km away.
- Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 79 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Kharar 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 Kharar is not included.
Compare Kharar with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kharar | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Ghatal | 5 km | Oct–Mar | 8 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kshirpai | 7 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Ramjibanpur | 16 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Mihitikri | 34 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Kharar; 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 Kharar?
The best known are Malleswara Shiva Temple, Ghanteshwar Temple, Parvatinatha Temple, Shantinath Shiva Temple, Chandrakona Jorbangla Temple.
When is the best time to visit Kharar?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Kharar?
Nearest railway station: Arambagh (AMBG), 24 km away. Nearest airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), 79 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Kharar 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 Kharar is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.