Kolkata - Wikipedia
WEBKolkata is the seventh most populous city in India with an estimated city proper population of 4.5 million (0.45 crore) while its metropolitan region Kolkata Metropolitan Area is third most populous metropolitan region of India with a …
Kolkata metropolitan region - Wikipedia
WEBKolkata Metropolitan Area (abbreviated KMA; formerly Calcutta Metropolitan Area), also known as Greater Kolkata, is the urban agglomeration of the city of Kolkata in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is the third most populous metropolitan area in …
Geography of Kolkata - Wikipedia
WEBKolkata is located in the eastern part of India. It has spread linearly along the banks of the Hooghly River. The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has an area of 205 square kilometres. [1] The city is near sea level, with the average elevation being 17 feet. [2]
Kolkata | History, Population, Government, & Facts | Britannica
WEB2 days ago · Kolkata (formerly Calcutta), city, capital of West Bengal state, and former capital (1772–1911) of British India. It is one of India’s largest cities and one of its major ports. The city is centered on the east bank of the Hugli River, about 96 miles upstream from the head of the Bay of Bengal.
Kolkata Map - West Bengal, India - Mapcarta
WEBKolkata, formerly Calcutta, is the capital and largest city of West Bengal and the cultural capital of India. Mapcarta, the open map.
Kolkata - Urban Planning, Culture, Economy | Britannica
WEB2 days ago · Kolkata - Urban Planning, Culture, Economy: The most striking aspect of the layout of Kolkata is its rectangular north-south orientation. With the exception of the central areas where Europeans formerly lived, the city has grown haphazardly.
Kolkata - Maps of India
WEBArea and population of Kolkata. The total area covered by the city is 71 sq miles or 185 km2. The metropolitan region of the city covers an area of 728.45 sq miles or 1,886.67 km2....
City Guide: All About Kolkata, The City Of Joy - Outlook Traveller
WEBJan 18, 2024 · Explore the vibrant history, art, and gastronomy of Kolkata, the City of Joy. From colonial-era architecture to bustling markets, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Bengal's capital.
Kolkata summary | Britannica
WEBKolkata, formerly Calcutta , City (pop., 2011 prelim.: city, 4,486,679; metro. area, 14,112,536), capital of West Bengal state, northeastern India. India’s second largest metropolitan area, it is located on the Hugli (Hooghly) River about 96 …
Visit Kolkata: A Travel Guide to India | Will Fly for Food
WEBJul 31, 2024 · Where to Eat. Indian Street Food Guide. Points of Interest (Map) How to Get Around. How Many Days to Stay / Sample Itinerary. Travel Tips.