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Kalimpong district is a district in the state of West Bengal, India. Originally known as Dalingkot, the region was alternately under the control of Sikkim and Bhutan. In 1865, it was annexed to Bhutan by British India under the Treaty of Sinchula, and from 1916 was administered as a subdivision of the Darjeeling District. In 2017, under the Republic of India, it was made the 21st district of West Bengal.

The district's headquarters are located in the town of Kalimpong, which developed prominently as a market for Indo-Tibetan trade during the British period. The city of Kalimpong is situated at an average altitude of 1,250 meters above sea level. 

The allure of the mighty Himalayas, the pristine beauty of Dooars, dense vegetation, attractive valleys, meadows, and cool weather have placed Kalimpong district on the map of the most important tourist places in Eastern Himalayas. Kalimpong is also known for the most diverse varieties of orchids, cactus, and ornamental plants.

Area of Kalimpong District

Kalimpong district covers an area of ​​1,053.60 km2. Apart from the municipality, the Kalimpong district consists of 23 wards, three community development blocks and 42 village panchayats. Kalimpong I, Kalimpong II and Gorubathan are the blocks of the district. The district shares its borders with Kalimpong, Sikkim, Bhutan, Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri districts.

Constituencies of Kalimpong District

Kalimpong-I, Kalimpong-II and Gorubathan these three blocks together constitute the Kalimpong Assembly constituency of West Bengal. This constituency is part of the Darjeeling Lok Sabha constituency.

Population of Kalimpong District

As of the 2011 Indian census, Kalimpong district has a population of 251,642. Nepali is the first major language of the district.

Economy of Kalimpong District

Tourism is the most important contributor to the economy of Kalimpong. Summer and spring are the most popular among tourists. Kalimpong is a major ginger-growing region of India. Kalimpong is known for its tea plantation and flower export industry.

Education in Kalimpong District

Kalimpong is also known for its educational institutions, many of which were established during the British period. Dr Graham Holmes, St. Augustine's School, Rockvale Academy, Kalimpong Girls' High School, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Army Public School, St. Joseph's Convent, Kalimpong Government College, Kalimpong College, Cluny Women's College and Rockwell Management College are the main colleges in the city.

Attractions of Kalimpong District

Kalimpong district is home to the Ora Valley National Park. Kalimpong Science Centre, Lolaygaon, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham Homes, Durpin Dara, Nimbong, Rikkisum, Sileri Village, Ichhe Village, Jhandi etc. are the major attractions of the district.

Transportation in Kalimpong District

National Highway 10, National Highway-717A National Highway 17 passes through the district. Regular bus services and hired vehicles connect Kalimpong with Siliguri and neighboring cities of Kurseong, Darjeeling and Gangtok. The nearest railway stations currently operating from Kalimpong District are Sivok Railway Station in Darjeeling District and Bagrakot Railway Station in Jalpaiguri District. 

The nearest major railway stations are Malbazar Junction, Siliguri Junction and New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. Bagdogra Airport is the nearest airport from the southern parts of Kalimpong District, and Pakyong Airport is the nearest airport from the northern areas of Kalimpong District.