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Current Date And Time In Jalpaiguri, India

Sunday, 26 July 2026
03:36:29 IST
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 107,832
District: Jalpāiguri

✈️ Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Jalpaiguri.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Jalpaiguri with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Jalpaiguri — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in India, which includes Jalpaiguri, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for India before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers India's time zone +05:30, country calling code +91 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .IN. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Jalpaiguri.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:30
📞 Country Calling Code+91
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.IN

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for India — police 100, ambulance 108, fire brigade 101, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Jalpaiguri. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Jalpaiguri.

🚔
Police
100
🚑
Ambulance
108
🚒
Fire
101
📞
General
112

📊 India At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for India — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.633
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
72.2
years
📚
Literacy Rate
78.2%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$2,695
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
4.2%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full India development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Jalpaiguri for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Jalpaiguri
International Airport • IXB
Bagdogra Airport
Siliguri, IN
44
km away
Nearest to Kolkata (Capital)
International Airport • CCU
Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
Kolkata, IN
13
km from Kolkata

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Jalpaiguri's exact coordinates, or Kolkata's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Jalpaiguri From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Jalpaiguri to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Singapore (Singapore)3,229 km2,007 mi~ 4h 33m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)3,342 km2,077 mi~ 4h 41m
Tokyo (Japan)4,899 km3,044 mi~ 6h 31m
Paris (France)7,570 km4,704 mi~ 9h 39m
London (United Kingdom)7,658 km4,758 mi~ 9h 46m
Sydney (Australia)9,404 km5,844 mi~ 11h 49m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,409 km7,089 mi~ 14h 10m
Toronto (Canada)12,119 km7,530 mi~ 15h
New York (United States)12,330 km7,661 mi~ 15h 15m
Los Angeles (United States)12,704 km7,894 mi~ 15h 42m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Jalpaiguri, India is set to Indian Standard Time (IST) with a current offset of UTC +05:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Jalpaiguri requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneIndian Standard Time (IST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:30
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time3:36 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Jalpaiguri to Major World Cities

It is currently 3:36 AM on Sunday in Jalpaiguri. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Jalpaiguri right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Jalpaiguri
New York (United States)Sat, 6:06 PM9h 30m behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 3:06 PM12h 30m behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 6:06 PM9h 30m behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 11:06 PM4h 30m behind
Paris (France)Sun, 12:06 AM3h 30m behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 2:06 AM1h 30m behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 6:06 AM2h 30m ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 7:06 AM3h 30m ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 8:06 AM4h 30m ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 10:06 AM6h 30m ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Jalpaiguri — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Jalpaiguri is the Indian rupee (INR), written as . The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
₹ 96.40
INR
€ 1 Euro
₹ 109.67
INR
£ 1 British Pound
₹ 128.40
INR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₹ 67.29
INR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₹ 68.36
INR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Jalpaiguri

Knowing which languages are used in Jalpaiguri helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
HindiEnglish

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Jalpaiguri. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Mainaguri (West Bengal, India)6 mi10 kmENE
⬆️
Haldibari (West Bengal, India)13 mi20 kmSSE
⬆️
Changrabandha (West Bengal, India)13 mi22 kmESE
⬆️
Panchagarh (Rangpur Division, Bangladesh)17 mi27 kmSW
⬆️
Dhupgari (West Bengal, India)18 mi28 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Jalpaiguri

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Jalpaiguri is the Taj Mahal (India), about 1,063 km away. Straight-line distances from Jalpaiguri to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India1,063 km660 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China2,944 km1,829 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan5,181 km3,219 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy6,987 km4,342 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico14,759 km9,171 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil15,173 km9,428 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru17,563 km10,913 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Jalpaiguri shares the same national travel standards as the rest of West Bengal and India. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ West Bengal Travel GuideView travel standards for all of West Bengal, including major hub cities.
✈️ India Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for India.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Jalpaiguri, India runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type D/M socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Jalpaiguri and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Jalpaiguri.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
DType D: Three round pins in triangle
MType M: Three large round pins in triangle
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🧭 Jalpaiguri's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Jalpaiguri

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Jalpaiguri. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Jalpaiguri — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Jalpaiguri

Jalpaiguri keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of India. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Jalpaiguri

The closest airport to Jalpaiguri is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), about 44 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Jalpaiguri From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Jalpaiguri needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Jalpaiguri gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Jalpaiguri

Jalpaiguri rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Jalpaiguri — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Jalpaiguri

ℹ️ Jalpaiguri OverviewSee the full profile of Jalpaiguri — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Jalpaiguri MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Jalpaiguri for distance and direction.
💰 Jalpaiguri CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Jalpaiguri

What side of the road do people drive on in Jalpaiguri?

Jalpaiguri, like the rest of India, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Jalpaiguri use?

Jalpaiguri runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type D/M sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Jalpaiguri?

In Jalpaiguri, reach police on 100, ambulance on 108, fire brigade on 101, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Jalpaiguri?

Bagdogra Airport (IXB) is the nearest airport to Jalpaiguri, about 44 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Jalpaiguri in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Jalpaiguri runs on Indian Standard Time (UTC +05:30). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Jalpaiguri?

Jalpaiguri shares the official and regional languages of West Bengal and India — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Jalpaiguri?

No — Jalpaiguri uses the Indian rupee (INR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Jalpaiguri currency page for live rates.