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West Bengal
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West Bengal is a state in the eastern part of India, situated along the Bay of Bengal. Its infobox gives an estimated population of about 100.6 million as of 2026 across an area of 88,752 square kilometers, and its capital is Kolkata.
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PopulationApproximate 2026 estimate, given in the infobox itself as '~100.6 million'. Population Estimate Year Area (sq km) Cross-Tradition Connections
Associated With
Kolkata, Cities kolkata is associated with west-bengal.
Has Capital
Kolkata, Cities kolkata is the capital of west-bengal.
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1. West Bengal (Wikipedia)
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West Bengal is a state in the eastern part of India. It is situated along the Bay of Bengal.
1. West Bengal (Wikipedia)
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Capital Kolkata
1. West Bengal (Wikipedia)
Wikimedia FoundationInfobox, populationQuote, Infobox, population
(2026 est.) Total ~100.6 million
1. West Bengal (Wikipedia)
Wikimedia FoundationInfobox, areaQuote, Infobox, area
88,752 km2 (34,267 sq mi)
1. West Bengal (Wikipedia)
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22.57 N 88.37 E
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