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Top Cities in West Bengal
West Bengal is a state in eastern India with a rich history and culture. It is home to several cities with diverse cultures and histories. Kolkata, Howrah, Asansol, Durgapur, Siliguri, and Rajpur Sonarpur are just a few of the largest cities in West Bengal
The most populous city in West Bengal is Kolkata, also known as Calcutta. With an estimated population of over 14 million people, it is the third-most populous city in India. Kolkata is known for its colonial architecture, cultural landmarks, and bustling markets.
Howrah, a significant city in West Bengal, is located on the west bank of the Hooghly River, adjacent to Kolkata. It has an estimated population of over 1 million people and is known for its engineering, steel, and railway industries, as well as several cultural landmarks and tourist attractions.
Durgapur, another industrial city in West Bengal, has an estimated population of over 580,000 people and is known for its steel and coal production, as well as its educational institutions and research centers. Siliguri, located in the foothills of the Himalayas, is a commercial hub with an estimated population of over 550,000 people and serves as a gateway to the northeastern states of India.
Finally, Rajpur Sonarpur, a suburban city located on the outskirts of Kolkata, has an estimated population of over 500,000 people and is known for its scenic beauty, with several parks, lakes, and temples, and several educational institutions and research centers.
West Bengal Cities by Population
| # | City | City population | Metropolitan Population |
| 1 | Kolkata | 4,496,694 | 14,112,536 |
| 2 | Howrah | 1,077,075 | 1,077,075 |
| 3 | Durgapur | 566,517 | 581,409 |
| 4 | Asansol | 563,917 | 1,243,008 |
| 5 | Siliguri | 513,264 | 701,489 |
| 6 | Maheshtala | 448,317 | 448,317 |
| 7 | Rajpur Sonarpur | 424,368 | 424,368 |
| 8 | South Dum Dum | 403,316 | 403,316 |
| 9 | Rajarhat Gopalpur | 402,844 | 402,844 |
| 10 | Bhatpara | 383,762 | 383,762 |
| 11 | Panihati | 377,347 | 377,347 |
| 12 | Kamarhati | 330,211 | 330,211 |
| 13 | Barddhaman | 314,265 | 347,016 |
| 14 | Kulti | 313,809 | 313,809 |
| 15 | Bally | 293,373 | 293,373 |
| 16 | Barasat | 278,435 | 278,435 |
| 17 | North Dum Dum | 249,142 | 249,142 |
| 18 | Baranagar | 245,213 | 245,213 |
| 19 | Uluberia | 222,240 | 222,240 |
| 20 | Naihati | 217,900 | 217,900 |
| 21 | Bidhan Nagar | 215,514 | 215,514 |
| 22 | Kharagpur | 207,604 | 293,719 |
| 23 | English Bazar | 205,521 | 324,237 |
| 24 | Haldia | 200,827 | 200,827 |
| 25 | Madhyamgram | 196,127 | 196,127 |
| 26 | Baharampur | 195,223 | 305,609 |
| 27 | Raiganj | 183,612 | 199,758 |
| 28 | Serampore | 181,842 | 181,842 |
| 29 | Hugli and Chinsurah | 177,259 | 177,259 |
| 30 | Medinipur | 169,264 | 169,264 |
| 31 | Chandannagar | 166,867 | 166,867 |
| 32 | Uttarpara Kotrung | 159,147 | 159,147 |
| 33 | Krishnanagar | 153,062 | 181,182 |
| 34 | Barrackpur | 152,783 | 152,783 |
| 35 | Santipur | 151,777 | 288,718 |
| 36 | Balurghat | 151,416 | 164,593 |
| 37 | Habra | 147,221 | 304,584 |
| 38 | Jamuria | 145,276 | 145,276 |
| 39 | Bankura | 137,386 | 137,386 |
| 40 | North Barrackpur | 132,806 | 132,806 |
| 41 | Raniganj | 129,441 | 129,441 |
| 42 | Nabadwip | 125,543 | 175,474 |
| 43 | Basirhat | 125,254 | 144,891 |
| 44 | Halisahar | 124,939 | 124,939 |
| 45 | Rishra | 124,577 | 124,577 |
| 46 | Ashokenagar Kalyangarh | 121,592 | 121,592 |
| 47 | Baidyabati | 121,110 | 121,110 |
| 48 | Puruliya | 121,067 | 126,894 |
| 49 | Kanchrapara | 120,345 | 120,345 |
| 50 | Dabgram | 119,040 | 119,040 |
| 51 | Darjiling | 118,805 | 132,016 |
| 52 | Titagarh | 116,541 | 116,541 |
| 53 | Dum Dum | 114,786 | 114,786 |
| 54 | Bally Town | 113,377 | 113,377 |
| 55 | Champdani | 111,251 | 111,251 |
| 56 | Bongaon | 108,864 | 108,864 |
| 57 | Khardaha | 108,496 | 108,496 |
| 58 | Jalpaiguri | 107,341 | 169,013 |
| 59 | Bansberia | 103,920 | 103,920 |
| 60 | Bhadreswar | 101,477 | 101,477 |
| 61 | Kalyani | 100,575 | 100,575 |
Source: Census 2011
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