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Key Facts

West Bengal is a state located in eastern India, bordered by Bangladesh to the east, Nepal and Bhutan to the north, and the Indian states of Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, Sikkim, and Assam. It stretches from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the south, with the Ganges River flowing through its fertile plains. With an area of approximately 88,752 square kilometers, West Bengal is home to over 91 million people, making it one of India's most populous states. The state is divided into 23 districts, each with its own administrative headquarters and unique cultural characteristics. Kolkata, the capital city, serves as the economic and cultural hub of eastern India and was historically the capital of British India until 1911. West Bengal's economy is diverse, encompassing agriculture, industry, and services, with significant contributions from tea production in the northern hills and jute processing along the Hooghly River. The state's cultural heritage is rich, known for its contributions to Indian literature, cinema, and the arts, particularly through the Bengali Renaissance. To access detailed postal code information for any of West Bengal's districts or municipalities, you can explore the specific sub-regions through our location services.

Neighboring Regions

• Odisha
• Jharkhand
• Bihar
• Sikkim
• Assam
• Bangladesh
• Nepal
• Bhutan