Bolpur
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Bolpur month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Bolpur are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 25–28°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 37°C), January the coldest (average low 12°C), and July the wettest (about 319 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.6 | 12.0 | 11 | 9.8 |
| February | 28.4 | 14.9 | 24 | 10.4 |
| March | 33.3 | 19.6 | 27 | 10.6 |
| April | 36.7 | 24.0 | 62 | 10.6 |
| May | 35.2 | 25.5 | 172 | 10.0 |
| June | 34.6 | 26.8 | 218 | 9.1 |
| July | 32.6 | 26.1 | 319 | 8.0 |
| August | 32.2 | 25.8 | 315 | 8.2 |
| September | 31.9 | 25.4 | 281 | 8.1 |
| October | 31.4 | 23.0 | 150 | 9.3 |
| November | 29.3 | 17.9 | 7 | 9.7 |
| December | 25.4 | 13.8 | 23 | 9.3 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1859
East India company established the first railway line in 1859, when the Sahebganj loopline was extended beyond the river Ajay.
- Documented history · 1860
Bolpur railway station was established in 1860.
- Documented history · 1921
Rabindranath Tagore established Visva Bharati Viswavidyalaya in 1921.
- First Railway Line Established
The East India Company established the first railway line in 1859 when the Sahebganj loopline was extended beyond the river Ajay.
- Bolpur Railway Station Established
Bolpur railway station was established in 1860.
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01 · OverviewBolpur, in brief
Where is Bolpur located and what is its official status?
Bolpur is a city and a municipality situated within the Birbhum district of the Indian state of West Bengal. Operating under the administrative timezone of Asia/Kolkata, the city functions as the headquarters for the Bolpur subdivision and is the largest and most populous urban center in the Birbhum district.
How does the local economy function in terms of trade and commerce?
Historically and commercially, the region developed around specific trading hubs and local markets. Trishulapatti operates as a commercial paddy trading center, reflecting the agrarian roots found in the surrounding landscape where paddy land was historically common. Early commercial expansion was marked by the establishment of paddy storage houses, stationary shops, grocery shops, and garment shops concentrated on the east side near the Bolpur railway station, alongside approximately 19 husking machines operating during that earlier period.
What role do education and culture play in the regional economy?
The municipal area includes Santiniketan, anchoring the city's status as a prominent cultural and educational hub of West Bengal. This educational foundation was substantially shaped by Maharshi Debendranath Tagore, who established a centre of religious meditation, and Nobel laureate poet Rabindranath Tagore, who set up the Visva Bharati university in 1921. These institutions drove the significant extension, development, and economic popularity of the municipality, drawing visitors, scholars, and institutional infrastructure to the area.
What infrastructure supports transportation and trade?
Transportation networks have historically driven economic activity in Bolpur. The East India Company established the first railway line in 1859 with the extension of the Sahebganj loopline beyond the Ajay River, followed by the opening of the Bolpur railway station in 1860. Positioned along the banks of the Ajay River and the Kopai River, and located 150 km north of Kolkata, the municipality coordinates its local jurisdiction through the Bolpur and Santiniketan Police station.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bolpur
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01 · Q&AWhere is Bolpur located and what are its coordinates?
Bolpur is situated in India at geographic coordinates 23.6628, 87.6970 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Bolpur?
Bolpur has a recorded population of approximately 70,998 and observes the Asia/Kolkata time zone (INR).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Bolpur?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Bolpur include en-IN, hi, bn, te, mr, ta, ur, gu, kn, ml, or, pa, as, bh, sat, ks, ne, sd, kok, doi, mni, sit, sa, fr, lus, inc, and the circulating currency is INR.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Bolpur?
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