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Midnaporeমেদিনীপুর
Spend a half‑day to a full day in Midnapore, then continue to nearby towns; one night is enough if you want a quiet stay.
Midnapore is a small West Bengal town on the Kangsabati River, serving as the district headquarters. It has a modest railway station, a few budget hotels and a market with late‑opening shops. A short visit (½‑1 day) covers the main sights and a meal; an overnight stay adds comfort before heading to larger nearby attractions.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (hot, shops close afternoons)
- Airport
- CCU
- Nights
- 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 Midnapore112 ▾
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 Midnapore, 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
- SafetyMidnapore is generally safe for day visitors; stay aware of traffic and keep valuables secure in crowded markets.
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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 Hospital (general) (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, Kolkata (≈ 150 km (93 mi) by road, 3‑h bus or car).CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (≈ 93 mi (150 km) by road, 3‑h bus or car).
- Getting aroundWalk in town centre; auto‑rickshaws available for short trips.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealTea (street stall)₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹1,400 (≈ US$16)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹1,800 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedBudget hotel room, 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
- CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (≈ 150 km (93 mi) by road, 3‑h bus or car)CCU Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (≈ 93 mi (150 km) by road, 3‑h bus or car)
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
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Nov
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Dec
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jun (14 rain days), driest Dec (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Midnapore: 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)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9 rd
May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
14 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Oct
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
7 rd
Nov
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
Dec
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 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 in town centre; auto‑rickshaws available for short trips. Regional buses connect to Kharagpur and Bishnupur.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bishnupur
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Bus from Midnapore station, about 45 min
Known for terracotta temples.
Kharagpur
goDoor to door: ≈ 45 min
Train from Midnapore, about 30 min
Industrial town, IIT campus.
Chandrakona
goDoor to door: ≈ 1 h
Bus or shared taxi, about 40 min
Small market town nearby.
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 Reshma
Near railway station, basic rooms
Mrittika Tourism Property
₹1,400 per room, simple amenities
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
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Midnapore railway station to hotel (auto‑rickshaw, 2 km)1 × ₹100 · check | ₹100 |
| eSIM data for 7 days1 × ₹2,500 · check | ₹2,500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹480 |
| Trip total≈ ₹5,280 per person per day, bed included | ₹5,280≈ US$60 |
Based on Mrittika Tourism Property price.
2026 estimate in INR; flights, long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tea (street stall) | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street snack (samosa, pakora) | ₹15–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 km) | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Shops may close in the afternoon during hot months; plan purchases early.
- Heat can be intense Apr–Jun; carry water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Hospital (general)
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Hospital112
Embassy
US consulate in Kolkata; other embassies in Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kolkata (CCU) → Midnapore, bus: ≈ ₹350–₹500, 3 h (check)
- Midnapore station → Hotel Reshma, auto‑rickshaw: ≈ ₹30–₹50, 5 min
Say or show
- कितना है? — How much? (kitna hai?)
- मैं यह लूँगा — I would like this (main yeh loonga)
- बाजार कहाँ है? — Where is the market? (bazaar 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 Midnapore. 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–Jun (hot, shops close afternoons) · 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
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Mrittika for a quiet stay.
- Use auto‑rickshaw for quick market trips.
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