East Midnapur district, also known as Purba Midnapur is among the nineteen districts of West Bengal. It was found on 1st January, 2002 after the division of the district of Midnapur into Paschim Midnapur and Purba Midnapur. The headquarters of East Midnapur district is at Tamluk.
Geographical Location & Climate
East Midnapur district is located at 22 degrees 57'10" N and 21 degrees 36'35" S latitude and 88degrees 12'40"E and 86degrees 33'50 W longitude.
History and Culture
Midnapur east has a rich history. It is the land of ancient kingdoms, rich archaelogical remains, diverse tradition, varied culture, beautiful places, serene beaches and many more.
Towns and Cities
Some of the major towns and cities of East Midnapur district are Panskura, Contai, Tamluk, Egra, Haldia, Mecheda, Haria, Mahisadal, Digha, Nandigram, Mandarmoni, Ramnagar, Khejuri, Potashpur, Manglamarro, Bhagabanpur, Chandipur, Kolaghat, Nandaigajan and Paniparul
The 4 sub-divisions of the East Midnapur district are
* Tamluk
* Egra
* Contai
* Haldia
Tourist Attractions
Some of the most sought after tourist attractions in East Midnapur district are Mandarmoni, Digha, Shankarpur, Haldia,
How to Reach
East Midnapur district is conveniently located with excellent connectivity to all the important places in India. The Midnapur railway station is situated on Howrah-adra and Howrah-Purulia train routes. Many local trains, express trains, frequent buses etc makes Midnapur East easily reachable. National Highway No.6 and 60 is connected to the Purba Midnapore, thereby making traveling even more easier.
Geographical Location & Climate
East Midnapur district is located at 22 degrees 57'10" N and 21 degrees 36'35" S latitude and 88degrees 12'40"E and 86degrees 33'50 W longitude.
History and Culture
Midnapur east has a rich history. It is the land of ancient kingdoms, rich archaelogical remains, diverse tradition, varied culture, beautiful places, serene beaches and many more.
Towns and Cities
Some of the major towns and cities of East Midnapur district are Panskura, Contai, Tamluk, Egra, Haldia, Mecheda, Haria, Mahisadal, Digha, Nandigram, Mandarmoni, Ramnagar, Khejuri, Potashpur, Manglamarro, Bhagabanpur, Chandipur, Kolaghat, Nandaigajan and Paniparul
The 4 sub-divisions of the East Midnapur district are
* Tamluk
* Egra
* Contai
* Haldia
Tourist Attractions
Some of the most sought after tourist attractions in East Midnapur district are Mandarmoni, Digha, Shankarpur, Haldia,
How to Reach
East Midnapur district is conveniently located with excellent connectivity to all the important places in India. The Midnapur railway station is situated on Howrah-adra and Howrah-Purulia train routes. Many local trains, express trains, frequent buses etc makes Midnapur East easily reachable. National Highway No.6 and 60 is connected to the Purba Midnapore, thereby making traveling even more easier.
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