Shirakol
Avg. Rate
₹ 2,864/sq. ft
Locality Rating
3.8/10
Shirakol is a residential locality located in Kolkata within the Kolkata district. The area has a population of 17,790 residents. The current property price in Shirakol stands at ₹4,350 per sqft as of October 2025, having grown significantly by 123.1% since January 2011 when it was ₹1,950 per sqft. This substantial price growth indicates strong investment potential in the local real estate market. Homebuyers and investors looking for an appreciating asset will benefit from living or investing here. Overall, the positive market outlook makes it an attractive option for prospective residents.
Region
Shirakol
City
Kolkata
District
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Pincode
743503
Population
17,790
Nearest Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU)
Neighbourhood Insights by
The Good
Shirakol's direct access to NH-12 or the EM Bypass provides fast highway connectivity to both the airport and peripheral industrial zones
Shirakol's relatively low population density compared to central Kolkata localities provides a quieter, less congested residential environment
Shirakol offers some of the most competitive per-sqft pricing in Greater Kolkata, making it accessible for first-time buyers and budget-conscious investors
Shirakol is part of South Kolkata's most mature residential zone, backed by deep social infrastructure, civic stability, and strong resale liquidity
Active HIDCO or KMDA development oversight around Shirakol ensures structured growth and regulated land use that protects long-term owners
The Bad
Road quality and drainage in outer Shirakol pockets is inconsistent — some internal streets remain poorly maintained and require repeated KMDA intervention
Long travel times to Kolkata's commercial core from Shirakol remain the primary barrier for end-user buyers employed in central business hubs
Ageing building infrastructure in Shirakol — particularly pre-2000 constructions — carries maintenance liabilities not always visible in asking prices
Shirakol lacks direct metro or suburban rail access; residents depend entirely on WBTC buses and app-based cabs for daily commutes
Aurum Price Index for Shirakol
Normalized to 100 · Oct 2020 baseline
Timeline
Aurum Price Index is based on 10 parameters:
Property Listing Trends
(12%)
RERA Inventory & Sales Velocity
(13%)
IGR Transaction Data
(15%)
Rental Yield
(10%)
Pollution & Environment
(08%)
Infrastructure & Connectivity
(13%)
Social Infrastructure
(08%)
Crimes & Safety
(08%)
Political Stability
(06%)
Corruption & ease of doing business
(07%)
Rates and Trends
Timeline
Average Rate
₹ 2,864/sq. ft
Average Price Range
₹ 1,050 – 7,400
Trend (5Y)
▲ 47.5%
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