Baithakkhana Market & Paper Bazaar
India's Largest Hub for Paper Rolls and Wedding Card Printing
Profile Overview
Baithakkhana Market & Paper Bazaar is a historic wholesale market specializing in paper manufacturing rolls, printing sheets, and wedding cards. The market's etymology traces back to an ancient Banyan tree where Job Charnock and traders gathered to hold meetings (Baithak). Today, it features hundreds of crowded letterpress workshops, offset printing houses, and card designers, supplying paper and invitation packages to Eastern India.
The Wedding Card District
Baithakkhana Road is the ultimate destination for couples booking wedding cards. You will find endless rows of shops showcasing thousands of card designs, ranging from traditional scroll invitations to modern boxes. The shops handle bulk order printing (using offset, digital, and traditional screen-printing) at exceptionally cheap rates.
Historical Meeting Tree
Historically, the area was a key resting point for caravans arriving in Calcutta from rural districts. The travelers gathered under a giant Baithakkhana tree. Though the tree was cut down during town planning projects in the 19th century, the name Baithakkhana remains as a tribute to early trade assemblies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy wedding cards in retail quantities at Baithakkhana?
Yes, but the rates are heavily discounted for bulk quantities (typically minimum orders of 50 to 100 cards). Custom printing charges are also much cheaper for bulk orders.
Is the paper bazaar open on Sundays?
No, the entire Baithakkhana wholesale paper market is closed on Sundays.
Quick Factsheet
Verified StatisticsRegistry & Address
Baithakkhana Road, Sealdah, Kolkata - 700009