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Mekhliganj
Spend a half‑day in Mekhliganj to see the tea estate and Tin Bigha Corridor, then return to Cooch Behar for night‑stay.
Mekhliganj is a small border town in West Bengal, known for a tea estate and the Tin Bigha Corridor linking Bangladesh. Its sights are clustered, so a few hours suffice; most visitors base themselves in nearby Cooch Behar.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon)
- Airport
- IXB
- Nights
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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 ▾
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- 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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Mekhliganj112 ▾
- Police112
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 Mekhliganj, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay alert on crowded transport and border crowds.
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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 (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.
- AirportIXB Bagdogra Airport (about 100 km (62 mi), 2 h by car).IXB Bagdogra Airport (about 62 mi (100 km), 2 h by car).
- Getting aroundE‑rickshaws (₹10 (≈ under US$1)‑15 per short ride) are the quickest; buses and rental cars are available but can be crowded.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealSnack (samosa)₹15–25 (≈ under US$1)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket (local)₹30–50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (2‑person), a night, per room₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (2‑person), a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (2‑person), a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹800 (≈ US$10) · Mid ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · High ₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
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
- IXB Bagdogra Airport (about 100 km (62 mi), 2 h by car)IXB Bagdogra Airport (about 62 mi (100 km), 2 h by car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Mar
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Mekhliganj: 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
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Feb
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Mar
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Jun
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Dec
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 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
E‑rickshaws (₹10‑15 per short ride) are the quickest; buses and rental cars are available but can be crowded.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tin Bigha Corridor
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Local bus or taxi, about 15 min from town centre
Small stretch of land linking Bangladesh exclave; good photo spot.
Joyee Setu bridge
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Taxi or e‑rickshaw, 10 min
Longest road‑river bridge in West Bengal, connects to Haldibari.
Cooch Behar
overnightDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus or taxi, 30 min
More accommodation and dining options.
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.
Cooch Behar
Nearest town with hotels; 30 min by bus or taxi
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
- ₹1,200–1,800 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹1,800 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (2‑person)1 × 1 night × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| E‑rickshaw ride (short trip)1 × ₹15 · ₹10‑15 per ride; check fare before boarding. | ₹15 |
| Bus to Tin Bigha Corridor1 × ₹30 · Check schedule; may vary seasonally. | ₹30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹205 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,250 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,250≈ US$30 |
Based on Cooch Behar rates; check availability.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Tea (cup) | ₹20–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Snack (samosa) | ₹15–25 (≈ under US$1) |
| E‑rickshaw (short ride) | ₹10–15 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus ticket (local) | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- E‑rickshaw drivers may overcharge tourists; agree on fare beforehand.
- Border area at Tin Bigha can be busy; keep valuables secure.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
Embassy
Nearest Indian embassy is in New Delhi; for consular help in West Bengal contact the Kolkata High Commission (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- E‑rickshaw short ride: about ₹12 (≈ under US$1) per person, 5 min
- Bus to Tin Bigha: about ₹30 (≈ under US$1) per person, 15 min
Say or show
- कितना है? — How much? (kitna hai?)
- चाय चाहिए — I would like tea (chai chahiye)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bas stop kahan hai?)
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 Mekhliganj. 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 Jun–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Cooch Behar for wider food and hotel choice.
- Combine Mekhliganj with a tea‑garden tour in nearby Siliguri.
Sources
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