Things to do in Shaikhpara, West Bengal
Shaikhpara is a town, with a college, not identified in 2011 census as a separate place, in the Raninagar II CD block in the Domkol subdivision of Murshidabad district in the state of West Bengal, India.
5 places to visit in and around Shaikhpara, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Varendra Research Museum
Varendra Museum is a museum, research centre, and popular visitor attraction at the heart of Rajshahi and maintained by Rajshahi University in Bangladesh. It is considered the oldest museum in Bangladesh.
Wikipedia - 2Dhopapara Memorial Degree College
Puthia Upazila is an Upazila of Rajshahi District in the Division of Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Wikipedia - 3Shaheed A.H.M Qamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo
Shaheed A.H.M Qamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo is a large public park and zoo located in Rajshahi, Bangladesh.
Wikipedia - 4Masjid Mission Academy
Masjid Mission Academy, Rajshahi, is a school and college in Ghoramara, Boalia Thana, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. It offers education for students ranging from first grade to twelfth grade.
Wikipedia - 5Shahid Zia Shishu Park, Rajshahi
Shahid Zia Shishu Park is one the entertainment centers of the Rajshahi, located at Boro Bangram, Nawdapara, Rajshahi district, Bangladesh.
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Best time to visit Shaikhpara
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 17°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 21°C | 11 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 28 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 81 mm |
| May | Hot | 32°C | 158 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 30°C | 225 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 285 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 233 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 222 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 136 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 18°C | 6 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Shaikhpara
- Nearest railway station: Murshidabad Junction (MBB), 29 km away.
- Nearest airport: Malda Airport (LDA), 94 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Shaikhpara 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 Shaikhpara is not included.
Compare Shaikhpara with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaikhpara | – | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Raninagar | 3 km | Oct–Mar | 5 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Islampur | 15 km | Oct–Mar | 12 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Jiaganj Azimganj | 29 km | Oct–Mar | 31 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Jiaganj | 29 km | Oct–Mar | 19 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Shaikhpara; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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What are the best places to visit in Shaikhpara?
The best known are Varendra Research Museum, Dhopapara Memorial Degree College, Shaheed A.H.M Qamaruzzaman Central Park and Zoo, Masjid Mission Academy, Shahid Zia Shishu Park, Rajshahi.
When is the best time to visit Shaikhpara?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Shaikhpara?
Nearest railway station: Murshidabad Junction (MBB), 29 km away. Nearest airport: Malda Airport (LDA), 94 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Shaikhpara 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 Shaikhpara is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.