2 CGHS Wellness Centres in Howrah
Government-run OPD facilities for primary healthcare, medicines & referrals
| Wellness Centre | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Ishapore Wellness CentreAllopathy | Qtr No. 175,176,177,178 OWL Estate,Ishapore, Metal and Steel Factory, Ministry of DefenceDirections | 033-25616464 |
SantagachiAllopathy | Govt. of India Press Colony,Santragachi, Howrah-711321, (Near Jagacha Police Station)Directions | 26571526 |
Ishapore Wellness Centre
Allopathy
Qtr No. 175,176,177,178 OWL Estate,Ishapore, Metal and Steel Factory, Ministry of Defence
Santagachi
Allopathy
Govt. of India Press Colony,Santragachi, Howrah-711321, (Near Jagacha Police Station)
Also in Howrah
About CGHS Wellness Centres in Howrah
There are 2 CGHS wellness centres (formerly known as CGHS dispensaries) in Howrah. Wellness centres are the first point of contact for all CGHS beneficiaries — central government employees, pensioners, and their dependents. Howrah is part of the Kolkata zone.
CGHS wellness centres provide OPD consultations, dispensing of medicines, basic diagnostic services, and referrals to empanelled hospitals for specialised treatment. For planned procedures, a referral from your designated wellness centre is required. Emergency cases can be treated at any empanelled hospital without prior referral.
Data sourced from cghs.mohfw.gov.in · Last updated April 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CGHS wellness centres are in Howrah?+
There are 2 CGHS wellness centres (formerly known as CGHS dispensaries) in Howrah as of 2026. These include 2 Allopathy.
What types of medicine are available at CGHS wellness centres in Howrah?+
CGHS wellness centres in Howrah offer Allopathy (2 centres). All centres offer Allopathy (modern medicine).
How do I find my nearest CGHS dispensary in Howrah?+
Use the "Sort by distance" button on this page to find the nearest CGHS dispensary (wellness centre) in Howrah. You can also search by area name or filter by medicine type. Your designated wellness centre is assigned based on your residential address at CGHS registration.
Is a CGHS dispensary the same as a wellness centre?+
Yes — CGHS dispensaries were renamed to CGHS Wellness Centres. The services remain unchanged: OPD consultations, medicine dispensing, referrals to empanelled hospitals, and basic diagnostics. The renaming was part of a broader modernization of CGHS terminology.
Do I need a referral from a CGHS wellness centre in Howrah?+
Yes, for planned treatments at empanelled hospitals in Howrah, you need a referral from your designated CGHS wellness centre. Emergency cases can be treated at empanelled hospitals without prior referral. Routine OPD consultations and medicines are available directly at the wellness centre.
As of 2026, there are 2 CGHS wellness centres (CGHS dispensaries) in Howrah. Wellness centres, previously known as CGHS dispensaries or CGHS polyclinics, are government-run OPD facilities providing primary healthcare, medicine dispensing, and referrals to empanelled hospitals.
List of CGHS Dispensaries in Howrah
- Ishapore Wellness Centre — Allopathy, Qtr No. 175,176,177,178 OWL Estate,Ishapore, Metal and Steel Factory, Ministry of Defence, Phone: 033-25616464
- Santagachi — Allopathy, Govt. of India Press Colony,Santragachi, Howrah-711321, (Near Jagacha Police Station), Phone: 26571526