Avg. Rate
₹ 4,975/sq. ft
Dum-Dum is a locality in Kolkata, North 24 Parganas district, and its PIN code is 700055. It is situated on the outskirts of Kolkata and is known for its historical significance, being the site of the first railway workshop in India. The Dum Dum Cantonment, a British-era cantonment, is also located here. The area is home to several educational institutions, including the Dum Dum Girls' High School and the Dum Dum Park High School. The Dum Dum railway station, a major railway junction, connects the area to the rest of Kolkata and the surrounding districts. The locality has a mix of old and new buildings, with many colonial-era structures still standing alongside modern apartments and commercial complexes. The area is also known for its street food and local markets.
Region
Dum Dum
City
Kolkata
District
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Pincode
700055
Schools
2
Nearest Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
Dum Dum sits at the terminus of Kolkata Metro Line 1, providing direct connectivity to all central city stations including Esplanade and Rabindra Sarani
Airport proximity (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is 4 km from Dum Dum) benefits aviation-sector professionals and frequent flyers
One of North Kolkata's most affordable established residential zones, offering consistent rental demand from airport and industrial workers
Dum Dum's social infrastructure — especially premium schools and hospitals — is limited compared to South Kolkata localities at a similar price point
Industrial and aviation noise from the airport proximity affects residential quality in Dum Dum's western blocks
Timeline
Average Rate
₹ 4,975/sq. ft
Average Price Range
₹ 1,250 – ₹ 8,600
Trend (5Y)
▲ 48.5%
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