Medinipur division, Administrative division in West Bengal, India.
Medinipur division is an administrative region in West Bengal encompassing several districts that form a cohesive governance area. The territory combines rural communities, industrial centers, and port facilities that support regional commerce.
The region has deep roots in Indian history and experienced major administrative reorganization over time. A significant restructuring occurred in 2002 when district boundaries were realigned to create new administrative units.
Bengali traditions shape daily life throughout the region, visible in local festivals, family practices, and community gatherings. These customs remain central to how people interact and celebrate together.
Visitors should plan to explore different parts of the region as it spans a considerable area with multiple centers. Breaking up visits across several days helps see both rural and industrial areas more fully.
Haldia port transformed the region's economy by creating a major shipping hub that links local commerce to global trade networks. This modern facility remains one of the area's most important economic drivers today.
Location: West Bengal
Capital city: Medinipur
Shares border with: Burdwan division, Presidency division
GPS coordinates: 22.43333,87.33333
Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41
Nehru Museum of Science and Technology
12.8 km
Medinipur Baptist Church
1.1 km
Sitala temple
9.4 km
St. John's Church
2.5 km
Jhareshwarnath Shiva temple
18.8 km
Lakshmi Janardan temple
18.6 km
Dharmaraj temple
9 km
Shyamsundar temple
9.6 km
Tomb of John Pierce
3.3 km
Mahamaya temple
8.5 km
Dakshinakali temple
11.1 km
Jagannath temple
19.3 km
Lakshmi Varaha temple
17.7 km
Dandeshwar temple
8.5 km
Navratna Temple Complex
9.1 km
Nrisingha temple of Pandey family
19.8 km
Raghunath temple of Bhattacharya family
17.8 km
Fort ruins of Rani Shiromani
9.6 km
Raghunath temple of Jana family
18.2 km
Nandeshwar temple
11.2 km
Sitraramjiu temple
17.7 km
Dharmaraj temple
17.8 km
Kumarinath Mahadev temple
22.4 km
Raghunath temple
20.7 km
Jogmaya temple
8.5 km
Satyeshwar temple
25.3 km
Temples of Bandyopadhyay Family
9.2 km
Satyapur Rasmancha
25.3 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
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