Kharagpur, located in the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, is a major educational and industrial city positioned about 120 km west of Kolkata. Known globally for hosting IIT Kharagpur, India’s first IIT, the city is well-connected through the Kharagpur Railway Junction, one of the longest platforms in the world. Kharagpur lies close to key destinations such as Midnapore (13 km), Jhargram (40 km), and Digha (130 km), making it an accessible gateway to both coastal and forest regions. The city is easily reachable via NH-16 and is approximately 130 km from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (Kolkata). With a mix of academic excellence, industrial growth, and historic landmarks, Kharagpur is a rapidly developing hotspot for students, professionals, and travelers in West Bengal.