Destination guide
Orakandi Thakurbari
ওড়াকান্দি ঠাকুরবাড়ি
The chief pilgrimage of the Matua community — revered as the great shrine of five crore Matuas of the two Bengals — with a huge annual fair and a long-standing spirit of Hindu-Muslim harmony.
History & significance
Seat of the Thakur family of the Matua faith; devotees come year-round from both Bangladesh and West Bengal, peaking with the Baruni fair in Chaitra.
How to get there
Orakandi union, Kashiani — about 8 km from Chhoto Bahirbag station on the Gobra-Kashiani rail section; local transport runs from Kashiani bazar.
Entry fee
No verified entry fee yet
None reported.
Opening hours & best time
Daytime, year-round.
Best time
The Chaitra (mid-March to mid-April) Baruni fair is grandest — and most crowded; confirm lunar dates locally.
Traveller tips
Arrange transport and food in advance if going during the fair.