Maniktala | |
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— Neighbourhood in Kolkata (Calcutta) — | |
Maniktala crossing with market and clock tower | |
Country | India |
State | West Bengal |
City | Kolkata |
Ward | # |
Metro Station | Girish Park |
Parliamentary constituency | Kolkata Uttar |
Assembly constituency | Maniktala |
Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
PIN | 700 009 |
Area code(s) | +91 33 |
Maniktala is a residential area of northern Kolkata.
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The Maniktala crossing is the intersection of Vivekananda Road (Maniktala Main Road) and Acharya Prafulla Chandra Road — two main thoroughfares in north Kolkata. The adjacent area is known as Maniktala.
Maniktala gets its name from "manik pir" a mosque located in the vicinity.
The Central Blood Bank of West Bengal Government is located at the Maniktala crossing. So is one of oldest markets of Kolkata, the Maniktala Bazar, easily identified by the clock tower. Maniktala Bazar is famous for its fresh fish and produce. Maniktala is the Heart of North Kolkata from here you can explore North Kolkata. All facilities are available here. From Maniktala you can avail all types transportations to travel any part of the City. Nearest Metro Railway Station is Girish Park.