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Katwa
Katwa is a town in the Purba Bardhaman district of West Bengal, at the southern bank of the Ajay River.
Katwa at a Glance
Why Katwa?
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- Sri Gauranga Bari
- Ajay Park
Katwa at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Sri Gauranga Bari: In January 1510, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu received diksha from his guru Keshab Bharati at the site of the current Sri Gauranga Bari Temple in Katwa. Since then, this small township has been a sacred place for Vaishnavites.
- Ajay Park: A green park with scenic views of the Ajay River.
Sightseeing Places
- Sri Gauranga Bari: In January 1510, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu received diksha from his guru Keshab Bharati at the site of the current Sri Gauranga Bari Temple in Katwa. Since then, this small township has been a sacred place for Vaishnavites.
- Ajay Park: A green park with scenic views of the Ajay River.
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Sri Gauranga Bari
In January 1510, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu received diksha from his guru Keshab Bharati at the site of the current Sri Gauranga Bari Temple in Katwa. Since then, this small township has been a sacred place for Vaishnavites.
Ajay Park
A green park with scenic views of the Ajay River.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 90 km from Katwa.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Katwa Junction railway station, about 1 km from central Katwa.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Katwa (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–34°C with about 131 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Katwa (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 327 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Katwa (Oct, Nov) averages 21–30°C with about 81 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Katwa (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 3 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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History
- Summary: Katwa is a town in the Purba Bardhaman district of West Bengal, at the southern bank of the Ajay River.
- Overview: Katwa is a town in the Purba Bardhaman district of West Bengal, at the southern bank of the Ajay River.
- Ancient History: Katwa has been proposed as the "Katadupa" mentioned by Pliny the Elder (circa 24-74 CE), marking it as the city by which flows the River Amystis, taken to imply the Ajay River. The small town has a historical background of five hundred years. The earliest name of Katwa was Indranee Pargana. Later the name was changed to Kantak Nagari.
The Sacred Heart of Katwa
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Significance
The dominant culture of Katwa is identical to that of most of West Bengal and is deeply influenced by Hindu Bengali culture.
Historical Significance
The dominant culture of Katwa is identical to that of most of West Bengal and is deeply influenced by Hindu Bengali culture.
Architectural Legacy
Katwa has been proposed as the "Katadupa" mentioned by Pliny the Elder (circa 24-74 CE), marking it as the city by which flows the River Amystis, taken to imply the Ajay River. The small town has a historical background of five hundred years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Katwa is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is June (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 90 km away. The nearest railway station is Katwa Junction railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Sri Gauranga Bari and Ajay Park.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1625 mm of rain in total.
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