Pujo ParikramaOpen appBhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore) Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore) (ভূকৈলাস রাজবাড়ি) is a Durga Puja pandal in Bhowanipore & Elgin, Kolkata. A bonedi bari (family) puja in Bhowanipore. Pin is approximate (centre of Kidderpore); ask locally for the exact lane. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). There is no metro within walking distance: the nearest station, Majerhat, is 1.8 km away, so take an auto, bus or cab. Plan about 20 minutes inside, then walk on to Kidderpore Sarbojanin, about 14 minutes away.
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Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Not announced yet. See all 2026 themes
- Address
- Kidderpore, Kolkata 700023 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- Bhowanipore & Elgin (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- bonedi bari (aristocratic family) puja, traditional idol
- Popularity
- 3 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 20 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Majerhat, Purple Line · 1.8 km (too far to walk: take an auto, bus or cab)
- Coordinates
- 22.53538, 88.32061 (approximate)
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Kidderpore Sarbojanin: 14 min walk (557 m) · theme: Anandamath
- Alipore Sarbojanin: 54 min walk (2.2 km) · theme: Ramayana: An Epic Woven in Time
- Kalighat Milan Sangha: 59 min walk (2.4 km)
Food nearby
- India Restaurant: Mughlai paratha, Indian meals, Chilli chicken · 10 min walk
Parking
No parking listed nearby; come by metro.
Help nearby
- Hospital: Sambhunath Pandit Hospital · 2.9 km, 69 min walk (emergency department)
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Bhowanipore & Elgin
Maddox Square, Bhowanipore 75 Pally, Chakraberia Sarbojanin, Bakulbagan Sarbojanin, Kalighat Milan Sangha, Adi Sammilati Sarbojanin, Hazra Park Durgotsab, Bhowanipore Durgotsab
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore)?
5–9 pm is the best slot. On Saptami, Ashtami and Navami the quietest window is 5–7 am; evenings from 6 pm to midnight are the busiest.
How do I reach Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore) by metro?
There is no metro within walking distance. The nearest station is Majerhat (Purple Line), 1.8 km away; take an auto, bus or cab from there.
Where can I park near Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore)?
There is no listed parking nearby. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore)?
Within walking distance: India Restaurant (Mughlai paratha, Indian meals).
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Bhukailash Rajbari (Kidderpore)?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).