Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

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Baharampur, also known as Berhampur, is an important city in West Bengal. It lies on the banks of the Bhagirathi River and is located at a distance of 200 km from the state capital. It is the administrative headquarters of the Murshidabad district. The city contributes greater value to the country. It is one of the most important hubs of business, administration, education & politics. Another specialty of the city is it is the first center of East India Company in India & many other countries like France, and Dutch established the companies here which is also a reason for local & Foreign tourists attraction. The city is well-known for sweets such as Chanabora and Rasagulla. The town is between South & North Bengal and connected with National Highway 12 & 34. The town is surrounded by many renowned educational institutions such as Kendriya Vidyalaya and Murshidabad University. Baharampur’s major industry list includes rice milling, oilseed milling, silk weaving, gold, silver, and brass manufacturers. In the case of the population, it is the largest city with a population of 305609, of which 156489 is males and 149120 are females. It has a higher literacy rate of 88.38. Here people are seen using both Bengali & Hindi languages.

Why is Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata known

Excellent Road, rail & water connectivity
Famous for Bengali Muslin
Budget-Friendly Markets
Importance of Art & Culture near city
Production Hub of the Country
The city has silver screen multiplexes
Major Shopping Destinations
Khagrai Kansha metal for Utensils

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Education

School in Baharampur

Name	Distance
St Augustine Day School Pre Primary Campus	4.9 km
Monirampore Swami Mahadevananda Vidyayatan High School	4.7 km

Healthcare

Hospital in Baharampur

Name	Distance
Serampore ESI Hospital	4 km

Commute

Railway in Baharampur

Name	Distance
Serampore	5 km
Rishra	6.8 km
Barrackpore	8.1 km
Palta	8.3 km
Palta Station Metro Station	8.3 km

Food and Drinks

Restaurant in Baharampur

Name	Distance
Wow! Momo	4.8 km

Insights about Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata

New developments

Ring road project covering 45 km proposed to improve traffic congestion
Railway overbridge to offer a better experience for tourists
Shramik Bhawan construction project in Baharampur will generate a lot of employment in the area
New residential project in Baharampur to offer comfortable living
Many upcoming malls offering luxury brands will be inaugurated soon

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What is good in Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata

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For local transportation Tuktuk or toto car is available on regular basis
The city is well-connected with National Highway 12 & National Highway 34
The condition of National and State Highways is good
Safety measures are taken to keep the street safe still suggested to be cautious from street dogs at night
Vehicle patrolling & foot patrolling directed regularly to keep the city safe
Umasundari park is the best spot to experience pure nature
Initiatives such as training volunteers to teach families about waste management & establishing people groups to screen unlawful dumping
The air quality of the city is moderate
Bardhaman called as the granary of Bengal is the largest agricultural hub of the state located 98 km away from the city
The silk weaving industry is one of the prominent ever-growing industries of the city
625 km length NH12 is the well connected road network of the city

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What can be better in Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata

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Timing of the transport system is sometimes inconvenience for the passengers
Few old flyovers need urgent attention of authorities
Monsoon season damages the roads where potholes risks accident in the area
Lack of proper lighting in the area results in accident risks
More than half of the newly installed street lights are in bad condition so there is a need to install new street lights in better condition.
Need to improve police patrolling in secluded areas of Baharmpur
Due to urban migration & other factors solid waste management is a growing issue of the town
Chemicals from industries and garbage disposal near the river lead to water pollution
Overexploitation, on surface ran off leads to scarcity of fresh groundwater availability
More routes are needed to connect the area to national highways
Baharampur is an industry-based city thus, property costs may find costlier in some areas

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Baharampur, Hooghly, Kolkata

3.5/5

Ratings based on features

4/5

Connectivity

3.5/5

Neighbourhood

3.4/5

Safety

3.4/5

Livability

Good things here

Nearby hospitals and schools

Easy access to taxis

Two metro station lines

Historical significance as East India Company center

Things that need improvement

Noise pollution

Poor water quality

Bad road conditions

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Harikrishnan

Owner | 3 years ago

3.6

There are numerous restaurants, as well as a Tuesday bazaar that is mostly pleasant, and water is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is public transport nearby, a noisy area, and a Tuesday bazaar, which is mostly a nice place.

Ranganathan

Tenant | 3 years ago

3.8

There are numerous restaurants, as well as a Tuesday bazaar that is mainly pleasant, and water is provided 24 hours a day. There is too much pollution in the city, and the water is bad for your health, as well as terrible road conditions and a parking problem.

Harishchandra

Tenant | 3 years ago

The city is more valuable to the country. It is a major centre for business, administration, education, and politics. Another unique feature of the city is that it was the first centre of the East India Company in India, and many other countries such as France and the Netherlands established businesses here as well.

Venugopal

Owner | 3 years ago

There are some familiar faces. Everyone is surrounded by love. Roads that are well-constructed. There is a hospital and schools nearby. Easy access to taxis and autos. Within 10-15 km, there are two metro station lines: the red line and the blue line.

Manjunath

Tenant | 3 years ago

3.8

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