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West Bengal
State in India
Map
Overview
West Bengal stretches from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the south, with the Hooghly River shaping life in many areas. Kolkata, the capital, is known for its colonial architecture and longstanding literary traditions, while Durgapur and Asansol are major industrial centers. The state's mix of fertile river plains and coastal deltas supports rice and jute farming, and the average temperature is 25.2°C.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
India
State
West Bengal
State Code
WB
Cities Tracked
259
Total Population
68,763,401
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Key Metrics
Safety Score
57/100 (Caution)
259 cities assessed
Avg Rent (1-Bed Center)
$84/mo
259 cities
Avg Temperature
25.3°C
259 cities
Internet Speed
120 Mbps
304 cities
Air Quality
127 (Sensitive)
252 cities
Avg Humidity
71%
Avg Inexpensive Meal
$1.64
Cities in West Bengal
259 citiesFrequently Asked Questions
Sources: WAQI | WeatherAPI | World Bank · Last updated: 2025
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