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Bhilai vs Kolkāta

India vs India · 737 km apart

Bhilai

India

₹28,260 ($338)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kolkāta

India

₹34,587 ($414)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBhilaiKolkātaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$3.66$4.42Bhilai
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$14.63$17.66Bhilai
Cappuccino$1.10$1.32Bhilai
Monthly groceries (single person)$82.89$100Bhilai
Monthly public transport pass$13.41$16.19Bhilai
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$35.35$42.69Bhilai
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$10.24$12.36Bhilai
Fitness club membership$10.24$12.36Bhilai
Cinema ticket$2.68$3.24Bhilai
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$136$172Bhilai
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$94.65$120Bhilai
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$284$359Bhilai
Total single-person budget$338$414Bhilai
Average net salary$583$704

Verdict

Bhilai is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bhilai runs about $338 versus $414 in Kolkāta — a difference of roughly 22%.

Salary-adjusted, Kolkāta leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Bhilai  ·  Full cost of living in Kolkāta

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bhilai cheaper than Kolkāta?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $338 per month in Bhilai versus $414 in Kolkāta — about 22% less.
How far is Bhilai from Kolkāta?
The straight-line distance between Bhilai and Kolkāta is approximately 737 km (458 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bhilai or Kolkāta?
The estimated average net salary is $583 in Bhilai and $704 in Kolkāta. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $245 in Bhilai versus $290 in Kolkāta per month.