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Siliguri Junction

Siliguri Junction railway station is another central broad gauge and narrow railway gauge railway station of Siliguri.

The New Jalpaiguri Junction Railway Station, Siliguri

One of the chiefs and well-popular railway stations in Siliguri is the New Jalpaiguri Junction railway station, introduced in 1960, which is an excellent category broad gauge and narrow gauge railway station. It is the largest railway in northeast India, which assists the city Siliguri. The station is linked to almost every part of India except Goa. And it is ranked 10th cleanest railway station in India in a 2016 survey.

Siliguri Town railway station

One of the oldest railway stations in Siliguri re-opened after 139 years for the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, which connects the Siliguri and Darjeeling.

Bagdogra railway station

Bagdogra Railway Station sits in Siliguri metropolitan area, & it is 10 km from Siliguri junction and the 3rd largest railway station after NJP and Siliguri Junction & this railway station caters to Bagdogra and adjoining areas.

Matigara Railway Station

Matigara Railway Station (station code MTRA) is located at Mathapari, West Bengal. This station comprises one platform and two tracks, one broad gauge line, and a One-meter gauge line.

Rangapani railway station

Rangapani railway station (station code RNI) comes under the larger Siliguri metropolitan area. It is 14 km from Siliguri City center and helps Rangapani and the adjoining regions. Rangapani railway station is on the Howrah-New Jalpaiguri line. This station is the halting point for two passenger trains.

The Gulma railway station

The Gulma Railway Station resides in the urban areas of Siliguri, lying on the New Jalpaiguri Alipurduar Samuktala Road Line. This station is the halting point of five trains. Primarily passenger trains are halted in this station.

Cabs Service:

Uber and Ola cabs are successfully serving the cab services that make their lives more convenient and better and available for intercity and intracity travel, but reasonable charge depends on the distance traveled.

Rickshaws/E-Rickshaws

Locals here preferred most auto-rickshaws and rickshaws for intercity and intracity travels. It bridges the gap in the demand and supply of last-mile connectivity in the periphery areas. Rikshaw is a two-seater, and E-rickshaw runs on battery and electricity is a four-seater transport and very cost-effective other than Auto-Rickshaw.

Education ( Schools, Universities, College, and Institutions)

Siliguri has various schools, colleges, and educational institutes. They have a well-structured quality education system. Siliguri is becoming a hub of varied opportunities and also attracted globalization & internationalization. The education system is very much fair and provides a chance to all irrespective of caste, religion, gender, economic background, etc. All education institutions have good infrastructure and Wi-Fi-enabled campus zones, well-equipped libraries, hi-tech laboratories, seasoned and committed faculty, academics, and an ideal environment. People from different cities, states, and countries come here for better education. Most schools are affiliated with CBSE & ICSE board.

University

• The University of North Bengal, since 1962

Colleges

General degree colleges

• Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Government College
• Siliguri College, Since 1950
• Kalipada Ghosh Tarai Mahavidyalaya
• Munshi Premchand Mahavidyalaya
• North Bengal St. Xavier's College
• Gyan Jyoti College
• Siliguri College of Commerce
• Siliguri Mahila Mahavidyalaya
• Surya Sen Mahavidyalaya
• Salesian College

Medical colleges

• North Bengal Medical College and Hospital
• North Bengal Dental College and Hospital

Engineering colleges

• Siliguri Government Polytechnic College
• Siliguri Institute of Technology
• Surendra Institute of Engineering & Management

Other Colleges

• Inspiria Knowledge Campus

Schools

Bengali Medium Schools

• Saktigarh Bidyapith (Co-ed)
• Siliguri Boys' High School (WBCHSE), since 1918

English Medium Schools

Isabella School, Siliguri (ICSE)

Techno India Group Public School (CBSE)

Army Schools

• Army Public School (Bengdubi & Khaprail)
• Army Public School, Sukna
• Kendriya Vidyalaya Sevoke Road

Work Opportunities

Key Industries	Key Areas
Information technology	Sevoke
Finance	Ashram Para
banking	Sevoke
telecommunication	Hill Cart Road
Media	Dagapur
Retail	Matigara
tourism	Pradhan Nagar, Sevoke, Hill Cart Road
Infrastructure	Sevoke

Here at Siliguri, working opportunities are emerging & less than metropolitan cities, and various new set up of industries are establishing there & are assisting the working options. New & Avant-garde technologies have led Siliguri to a higher rank in terms of improvement development of industrialization. Urbanization & industrialization lead to employment generation, leading to an increase in better living standards.

Medical Facilities

The city has top-flight medical facilities with a peck of Government and Private Hospitals. The cost of medical treatment may differ according to the medical institution you selected for your treatment. Medical tourism in Siliguri is one of the best in the country. The capital has a four-tier healthcare system. One can effortlessly get treatment for any disease with global medical amenities.

Lifestyle & Cost of Living

The lifestyle and cost of living here are easy, economical, and ecstatic & the city has a unique vibe. It has an essence of rich culture, heritage, and you can find pretty many options for fun and adventure here. There are varieties of amusement parks, spa facilities, cinema halls, live theatres, museums, bars, cafes, parks, picnic spots, etc. If you are a shopaholic, then there are several shopping malls, complexes, local markets, weekly markets, etc. You can get the budget-friendly entertainment option and the lavish, luxurious & one subjected upon the budget you have but one thing for sure, the city life never gets monotonous. Whereas talking about the cost of living compared to any other metropolitan city is quite affordable and manageable.

Tourist Destinations In Siliguri

There are multiple tourist attraction spots here that are alluring, filled with the essence of culture, tradition, and you will here explore the scenic beauty, fauna, flora, and a lot more beautiful spots. To help you plan your Siliguri visit, we have made a list of the top 14 tourist places of Siliguri, so you can get to experience & explore the city in its kudos.

1. Salugara Monastery: A monastery in the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery area comprises a 100-foot stupa devoted to the late Kalu Rinpoche, and this is the most common monastery & one must go for once.

2. Sevoke Kali Mandir: This is about 20 km from Siliguri, close to the coronation bridge. The temple at Sevoke is of goddess Kali, the goddess of destruction, and it is believed to be very sacred and pious. People from different cities, states, and even countries come here to pray and worship her.

3. Iskcon Temple: International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), also known as Hare Krishna Movement, manages the ISKCON temple, situated in Siliguri. Here in the Isckon temple houses, you may discover the idols of Advaita Acharya, Lord Narasimha, Lord Chaitanya, and much more.

4. The Coronation Bridge at Sevoke: It is the most common bridge at Siliguri, and it is around 23 km from the city on the way to Gangtok/Kalimpong and Dooars on the NH-31.

5. Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary, Sukna: This is a wildlife sanctuary located at the Himalayas heights. You can rent a vehicle and get into the sanctuary for a jungle safari at a very nominal entry fee. Diverse kinds of wildlife & habitats are spotted here. Although, it is well-known for its wild elephants and peacocks. Generally, the sanctuary is closed during the rainy seasons, from 15 July to 15 September.

6. Tea Garden: The Tea Garden is located in Dagapur & these tea gardens are beautiful and have an incredible view. Explore and smell the flavor of the tea.

7. Kalchakra Monastery, Salugara: The Kalchakra Monastery at Salugara was commenced by the Dalai Lama when he visited Salugara, a suburb in Siliguri & for the Kalachakra ceremonies.

8. Dudhia: Dudhia resides in Siliguri at Mirik Highway, and it is a fantastic tourist spot on the Siliguri-Mirik highway.

9. Science City at Matigara: This campus is situated at Matigara, contains a museum, a planetarium, and an Interpretation Centre that shows varied kinds of flora.

10. Hong Kong Market: It is a well-popular market in Siliguri, known for imported goods and international brands of apparel and gadgets. Here you get affordable and quality products.

11. Savin Kingdom: This amusement park is huddled among capacious and serene tea farms, and it provides many rides and a playground for kids.

12. Chilapata Forest: Chilapata Forest is a thick forest enriched in wildlife, which creates an elephant corridor between the Jaldapara National Park and the Buxa Tiger Reserve. Observing these rhinos is rare in the forests, but leopards seem quite frequently.

13. Dreamland Amusement Park: It is full of amazing rides and swings loved by young and old ones. They have multiple fast-food restaurants and ice cream shops.

14. The Lokenath Baba Mandir: Lokenath Baba Mandir is in Siliguri, and an architectural masterwork represents the artwork.

Pros & Cons

Pros	Cons
Safer Environment	Small town, so there is a little noise you can deal with
Rich Culture and Social Life	Siliguri is in the earthquake zone. So take proper measures when you are thinking of relocating.
Good Transportation System	As compared to metropolitan cities, here at Siliguri, you might find things a little slow.
Cost of living is low	Poor conditions and lack of facilities at Government Hospitals
Traveling is convenient	Education standards improving but not yet touched to the set benchmarks.
Scenic Beauty and Good and Fresh Air	Pretty slow or bad internet connections.
Amusement Hubs	Freedom of speech is weak here.
Good Street Food and Restaurants	Not an apt place for opening up mega industries.
Economic Expansions
Toy Trains

Living in Siliguri is a significant decision as the city has some budding opportunities and has many problems. To help you in your decision, we have itemized the pros and cons of living in Siliguri. So, whenever you move, you move with proper knowledge and conveniently without any hassle.

Moving Guide in Siliguri

Before saying yes or giving the approval to move to India's fascinating city, i.e., Siliguri & one should carry out essential efforts to ensure that they are ready for this move. If you are in the middle of planning, then there are some advice and tricks that will assist your move go fluently:

Groundwork

Before initiating moving, you must research well about the city. So that there is no discrepancy, the issue arises at the time of moving. You can begin your research from the internet, and if you know some Siliguri's or an acquaintance, then ask about their experience. In this way, you would have a basic & clear idea of what to anticipate.

Take a tour

Before moving your items & yourself to a new place, you should first visit and recce the location and get familiar with the location's culture and vibes. Siliguri has a very diverse and glorious history, culture, and happy vibes, but still, some points require your consideration, like safety issues and many more things.

Finance management

It is the most crucial part as finance or money is very important when preparing for the move. Shifting to a new city with no back-support in touch is not easy as ABC. It requires lots of planning, budget, and stress, and even though the cost of living in Siliguri is economical, you can never be too meticulous. Make sure you have sufficient funds to help you in thick and thin.

Climate control

The city has warm and temperate climates. There is much less rainfall in winters than summers, as the temperature rises to 27° Celsius, and in winter, the temperature dips down to 10° degrees. You are required to be inclined to deal with these humid subtropical climates of Siliguri.

Prepare an Advance Checklist

It would be best if you always made big choices in advance. As before you move there, you would not have adequate time to determine while you are settling down. So, prepare a checklist before moving to Siliguri and decide where you would live and where your kids would study?

Packers and Movers

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