West Bengal ·
Konnagar
Konnagar is a town on the western bank of the Hooghly River, in the Hooghly district of West Bengal.
Konnagar at a Glance
Why Konnagar?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Baro Mandir Ghat
- Abanindranath Tagore's Baganbari
Konnagar at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Baro Mandir Ghat: A row of 12 Shiva temples along the Hooghly River. It is one of the rare urban spaces in West Bengal where Charak Puja is still performed.
- Abanindranath Tagore's Baganbari: It was once the residence of Abanindranath Tagore, nephew of Rabindranath Tagore and one of the famous artists of Bengal.
Sightseeing Places
- Baro Mandir Ghat: A row of 12 Shiva temples along the Hooghly River. It is one of the rare urban spaces in West Bengal where Charak Puja is still performed.
- Abanindranath Tagore's Baganbari: It was once the residence of Abanindranath Tagore, nephew of Rabindranath Tagore and one of the famous artists of Bengal.
Places That Define Konnagar
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Baro Mandir Ghat
A row of 12 Shiva temples along the Hooghly River. It is one of the rare urban spaces in West Bengal where Charak Puja is still performed.
Abanindranath Tagore's Baganbari
It was once the residence of Abanindranath Tagore, nephew of Rabindranath Tagore and one of the famous artists of Bengal.
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- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 14 km from Konnagar.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Konnagar railway station, about 2 km from central Konnagar.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Konnagar (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–34°C with about 176 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Konnagar (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 398 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Konnagar (Oct, Nov) averages 22–30°C with about 75 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Konnagar (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 15–26°C with about 3 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C.
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History
- Summary: Konnagar is a town on the western bank of the Hooghly River, in the Hooghly district of West Bengal.
- Overview: Konnagar is a town on the western bank of the Hooghly River, in the Hooghly district of West Bengal.
- Ancient History: Its reference is there even in the 500-year-old Mangal-Kāvya. Konnagar is well known for its Shakuntala Kali Temple. This temple is considered to be very sacred and people from various parts of West Bengal pay a visit. This is a Puja that was started by the Chakraborty Bari Zamindars and today it has become an important event in Konnagar's calendar.
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Significance
In 1931, Tomáš Baťa, the Czechoslovak shoe tycoon, established his first Indian operation in Konnagar. By 1936, the plant was phased out.
Spiritual Significance
In 1931, Tomáš Baťa, the Czechoslovak shoe tycoon, established his first Indian operation in Konnagar. By 1936, the plant was phased out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Konnagar is most comfortable in January, February, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is April (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), about 14 km away. The nearest railway station is Konnagar railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Baro Mandir Ghat and Abanindranath Tagore's Baganbari.
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 25°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1999 mm of rain in total.
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