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Tamlukতমলুক
Spend half a day in Tamluk to see the historic Bargabhima Temple and Tamluk Rajbari; add a night only if you need a base for nearby beaches.
Tamluk is a small town on the Rupnarayan River in West Bengal, known for its ancient temples and colonial-era Rajbari. It is reachable by Kolkata suburban trains and NH‑6, making it a quick stop on a Purba Medinipur itinerary. One half‑day covers the main sights; a night is optional for a relaxed pace or to explore nearby coastal towns.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Sep (hot, humid, monsoon)
- Airport
- CCU
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Tamluk112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tamluk, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyTamluk is generally safe; petty theft can occur in crowded markets—keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (≈1.5 h by Kolkata Suburban Railway).
- Getting aroundWalk between the temple, Rajbari and museum (all within 1 km (0.6 mi)).Walk between the temple, Rajbari and museum (all within 0.6 mi (1 km)).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (puchka)₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hotel or guesthouse room, a night, per room₹800 (≈ US$10)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel or guesthouse room, a night, per room₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
- High-end bedBudget hotel or guesthouse room, a night, per room₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,000 (≈ US$12) · Mid ₹1,600 (≈ US$19) · High ₹3,000 (≈ US$35)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (≈1.5 h by Kolkata Suburban Railway)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Feb
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Jun
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)), coolest Jan (14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Feb (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tamluk: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Feb
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
May
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jun
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Dec
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk between the temple, Rajbari and museum (all within 1 km). For farther sites use rickshaws or hire a car from the NH‑6 junction at Kolaghat.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: ≈2 h total
Train from Tamluk to Digha via Mecheda, about 1 h 30 min
Popular beach; best early morning to avoid crowds.
Door to door: ≈2 h total
Bus from Tamluk via Kolaghat, about 1 h 15 min
Quiet seaside, good for a half‑day visit.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Mampi
Budget option near Haldia Road; basic amenities.
Maa Bargabhima Hotel
Mid‑range hotel on Haldia Road; close to town centre.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel or guesthouse room1 × 1 night × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Kolkata Suburban Railway Tamluk → Howrah one way2 × ₹150 · check | ₹300 |
| Rickshaw ride (5 km)2 × ₹100 · check | ₹200 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹330 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,820 per person per day, bed included | ₹3,630≈ US$45 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Tea (cup) | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street snack (puchka) | ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Meal at a modest restaurant | ₹120–₹250 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Rickshaw (5 km) | ₹80–₹120 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Summer temperatures can exceed 35 °C (95 °F); carry water.Summer temperatures can exceed 95 °F (35 °C); carry water.
- Train schedules may vary on holidays; check timings on the Kolkata Suburban Railway site.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
US consulate in Kolkata; other embassies in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kolkata Suburban Railway Tamluk → Howrah: about ₹150 (≈ US$2) one way, 45 min (check)
Say or show
- মাফ করবেন — Excuse me / Sorry (maf korben)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhonnobad)
- এটা কত? — How much is this? (eta koto?)
- টয়লেট কোথায়? — Where is the toilet? (toilet kothay?)
- কার্ডে দিতে পারি? — Can I pay by card? (card-e dite pari?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tamluk. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Sep (hot, humid, monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Tamluk for a relaxed schedule or to catch late trains.
- Combine with a coastal day‑trip to Digha or Mandarmani.
Sources
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