Terracotta temples and red-earth heartland
🌤️ View Today's Weather| Headquarters | Bankura |
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| Division | Medinipur |
| Area | 6,882 sq km |
| Population | 3.6 Million |
| Literacy rate | 70.95% |
| Sex ratio | 954 |
| Subdivisions | Bankura Sadar, Khatra, Bishnupur |
Bankura district is one of the important ancient districts of West Bengal. Here the imprint of culture, rock architecture, rural tradition and agriculture is clearly visible.
The headquarters of Bankura district is the town of Bankura. The district is famous for its history, folk music, temples and rural way of life.
Agriculture and rural production play a vitally important role here. Markets, small industries, agricultural products and the service sector all contribute to the district's economy.
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| Police station | Area | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bankura PS | Bankura | 03242-250675 |
| Bishnupur PS | Bishnupur | 03244-252024 |
| Khatra PS | Khatra | 03243-256601 |
| Sonamukhi PS | Sonamukhi | 03244-275099 |
| Barjora PS | Barjora | 03241-257221 |
Bankura Junction (Adra–Midnapore line), Bankura–Masagram terminus; Adra Junction nearby
NH 14, SH 9, SH 5
Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, Durgapur
Malla kings’ terracotta "Temple City", incl. Rasmancha
One of India’s largest earthen dams on the Kangsabati
440 m rock-climbing hill with natural spring
448 m hill in the northwest with a Shiva temple
GI-tagged and beloved local crafts — the artisan traditions this district is known for.
The economic backbone of Bankura District Guide — the industries, produce and work that sustain its people.
Agriculture ~70% of income (paddy, potato, oilseeds)
Handicrafts — Dokra, Baluchari, terracotta
Stone-crushing, oilseed-crushing & weaving industries
Raniganj coalfield seams in the north
The headquarters of Bankura district is at Bankura. The District Magistrate's office, the Zilla Parishad and the main government departments are all located here.
Bankura district has 3 subdivisions (Bankura Sadar, Khatra and Bishnupur) and 22 community development blocks.
The notable tourist attraction of Bankura district is Bishnupur — the terracotta 'temple town' of the Malla kings, including the Rasmancha. The Mukutmanipur dam and Susunia Hill are also worth visiting.
You can apply online for domicile, income and caste certificates on the West Bengal e-District portal (edistrict.wb.gov.in). Applications can also be made at district service centres and subdivision offices.
The official district portal of Bankura district is https://bankura.gov.in. It provides district administration, notices, services and contact information.