Dr Sagnik Mukherjee
Online Verified Kolkata
- Psychiatrist
- Child psychiatrist
- Consultant
- Doctor
- Medical consultant
Open 24 hours
Best Psychiatrists in West Bengal
West Bengal has 4 cities with their own psychiatrist pages here, led by Kolkata, Asansol, Siliguri and Durgapur. This page lists all 4 providers we hold for the state in one list, then links to each city for maps, FAQs and local healthcare figures.
Premium partners that have confirmed their details appear first and are labelled; the other entries come from public online sources and are marked as not yet verified, so please confirm details by phone before you travel.
Dr. Arunava Datta
Online Verified Siliguri
- Psychiatrist
- Rehabilitation centre
- Psychologist
Hours: Mon–Sat: 9 AM–8 PM; Sun: Closed
Psychiatrists in West Bengal by city
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Psychiatrists in West Bengal at a glance
Quick facts for the West Bengal cities listed here. Hospital, bed and doctor figures are estimates scaled from state and national data, because no public source counts them city by city.
| Cities with a page | 4Largest first |
|---|---|
| Combined population of these cities (2025 est.) | 19.1 million (191 lakh)UN WPP 2024 / Census 2011 scaled |
| Estimated hospital beds in these cities | ~21,000State beds per 1,000 x city population |
| Estimated ICU beds | ~1,100ICU assumed at 5% of beds |
| Estimated hospitals (public + private) | ~420~290 public, ~130 private |
| Estimated practising doctors, all systems | ~24,000National ratio of 1 per 811 people |
| Estimated nurses and midwives | ~43,000National ratio of 2.23 per 1,000 |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 (state) | 1.10India average about 1.39; Near avg |
| Private share of hospital beds (state) | 31%2019-era estimate |
| Infant mortality (state, 2024) | 16 per 1,000 live birthsIndia: 24 (SRS 2024) |
| Life expectancy at birth (state, 2023, modelled) | 74.1 yearsIndia: about 72 |
Taken together, the 4 West Bengal cities with a page here have an estimated 19.1 million residents (about 191 lakh) in 2025. The largest are Kolkata (15.8 million), Asansol (1.6 million) and Siliguri (1.0 million), followed by 1 smaller cities. Population figures come from the UN's 2024 urban-area estimates for the biggest cities and from scaled Census 2011 data for the rest.
Applying state-level hospital-bed ratios to these populations gives about 21,000 hospital beds, including some 1,100 ICU beds, in an estimated 420 hospitals (roughly 290 public and 130 private). West Bengal averages 1.10 beds per 1,000 people against about 1.39 for India, and about 31% of its beds are private.
On the national ratio of one practising doctor per 811 people, these cities would have about 24,000 doctors and 43,000 nurses and midwives across all systems of medicine. Mental health is the thinnest part of this workforce: the national average is only about 0.3 psychiatrists per 100,000 people (WHO Mental Health Atlas 2014), so a population this size would have only a few dozen if it matched that average. Specialist head-counts are not published city by city, so these figures show scale, not how many psychiatrists practise in West Bengal.
West Bengal has infant mortality of 16 per 1,000 live births (India: 24) and modelled life expectancy of about 74.1 years (India: about 72). This page lists 4 psychiatrists across these cities, and every city and sister city below has its own page with maps, qualifications to check and answers to common questions.
General information compiled from public sources (MoHFW, SRS 2024, CDDEP / One Health Trust, UN WPP 2024, Census 2011); estimates, not official counts, and not medical advice.
What psychiatrists treat
- Anxiety and panic attacks
- Bipolar disorder
- OCD
- Alcohol and substance dependence
- Sleep problems
- ADHD and child behaviour concerns
When to see a psychiatrist
- Constant worry, panic attacks or fear that disrupts daily life
- Sleep that has been disturbed for weeks
- Unusual thoughts, hearing voices or extreme mood swings
- Alcohol or drug use that you cannot cut down
- A child with sudden changes in behaviour or school performance
Emergency: If you or someone you know is thinking of self-harm, call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free, 24x7) or 108, or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. India's free ambulance number is 108.
How to choose a psychiatrist
- Check the qualification: MBBS with MD (Psychiatry), DPM or DNB (Psychiatry).
- Verify registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (psychologists register with the Rehabilitation Council of India, not the NMC) and note the registration number.
- Ask how long the clinic has treated the condition you have, not just how long the doctor has practised.
- Read recent patient feedback on more than one platform, and be wary of identical glowing reviews.
- Check practical details: location, clinic hours, appointment system, and whether emergency back-up exists if something goes wrong.
Consultations are confidential. The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 protects patient rights. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medicines; psychologists provide therapy and are not medical doctors.
Frequently asked questions: Psychiatrists in West Bengal
Which cities in West Bengal have listed psychiatrists?
We hold psychiatrists listings for 4 cities in West Bengal, including Kolkata, Asansol, Siliguri and Durgapur. Each city has its own page with contact details and local information.
How many psychiatrists are listed in West Bengal?
This page shows 4 listed providers across 4 cities. It is a starting point rather than a complete register, so use the qualification and registration checks on each city page before booking.
Who is the best psychiatrist in West Bengal?
There is no single best doctor for everyone: the right choice depends on your condition, budget and city. Shortlist two or three psychiatrists, check their qualification and registration with the NMC / State Medical Council register (psychologists register with the Rehabilitation Council of India, not the NMC), and compare facilities and communication. Dr Sagnik Mukherjee (Kolkata) is the first listing on this page - confirm details by phone.
Are psychiatric consultations confidential?
Yes. Doctors are bound by medical confidentiality and the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 recognises the rights of patients, including the right to confidentiality and to make decisions about their care.
Where can I get immediate help for a mental health crisis?
Call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free and available round the clock) or dial 108 for emergency services. You can also go to the nearest hospital emergency department or call a trusted person to stay with you.
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