Balurghat, Administrative center in Dakshin Dinajpur, India
The Atrai River divides Balurghat into two sections, with the municipality covering areas of dense residential neighborhoods and commercial districts.
Balurghat transformed from a small trading post to become the headquarters of Dakshin Dinajpur district, marking its growth as an administrative center.
The city maintains strong Bengali traditions through its educational institutions, including Balurghat College and Dakshin Dinajpur University, which promote regional studies.
Balurghat Railway Station connects the city to Kolkata through the Eklakhi-Balurghat branch line, while National Highway 512 provides road access.
The municipality implements an integrated health worker system with 44 dedicated positions to serve its population of 153,279 residents.
Location: Balurghat subdivision
Location: West Bengal
Elevation above the sea: 24 m
Website: http://wb.gov.in/
Website: http://wb.gov.in
GPS coordinates: 25.22344,88.77807
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:59
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