Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
4.6M
Population
206 km2
Area
84 Mbps
Internet
9m
Elevation
UTC+05:30
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Kolkata is a city in India with a population of 4.6M. Internet speeds average 84 Mbps download. The city has 5,599 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
India
Region
Southern Asia
Population
4.6M
Timezone
UTC+05:30
Elevation
9 m
Currency
INR
Language
English
GPS
22.56, 88.36
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
84 Mbps internet — adequate for most digital work
A major city with a population of 4,631,392
INFRASTRUCTURE
5,599 total POIs 27.2 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
285
Cafes
119
Bars
18
Fast Food
156
Shopping
Supermarkets
45
Convenience
40
Shopping Malls
48
Healthcare
Hospitals
323
Clinics
189
Pharmacies
84
Education
Schools
202
Universities
129
Libraries
18
Recreation
Parks
1,097
Playgrounds
160
Sports
98
Cinemas
45
Museums
34
Theatres
18
Transport
Bus Stops
459
Train Stations
168
Fuel Stations
97
Services
Banks
163
ATMs
150
Post Offices
38
Police
45
Fire Stations
7
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
84 Mbps
Download
85 Mbps
Upload
8ms
Latency
131,515
Tests
34,060
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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Best time to visit: Jan - Apr
19°
J
20°
F
23°
M
27°
A
30°
M
33°
J
34°
J
33°
A
30°
S
27°
O
23°
N
20°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Kolkata known for?
Kolkata is a city in India. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Kolkata?
Kolkata has an average download speed of 84 Mbps and upload speed of 85 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Kolkata?
The population of Kolkata is approximately 4.6M.
What infrastructure does Kolkata have?
Kolkata has 5,599 mapped points of interest, including 285 restaurants, 323 hospitals, 202 schools.
What country is Kolkata in?
Kolkata is located in India.
