Bhagawangola II community development block

Bhagawangola II is a community development block in West Bengal that spreads across flat alluvial plains shaped by several major rivers. The block contains numerous villages scattered throughout the region, with agriculture serving as the primary livelihood for most residents.

The block was created to improve local administration and agricultural development across the region. Over time, infrastructure and services expanded to support better farming practices and access to essential facilities.

The waterways running through the area shape how villagers build their homes and organize their fields and daily routines. People rely on these rivers for water, transportation, and irrigation throughout the year.

The area is accessible primarily through bus routes and ferry services that connect villages to nearby towns and regional centers. Plan visits during drier months when roads are more passable and travel between settlements is easier.

The block struggles with arsenic contamination in groundwater that impacts the drinking water available to residents throughout the area. This environmental challenge has prompted conversations about water safety and alternative solutions among villagers and local authorities.

Location: Lalbag subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 24 m

Shares border with: Bhagawangola I community development block, Murshidabad-Jiaganj community development block, Raninagar I community development block, Raninagar II community development block

GPS coordinates: 24.30900,88.35800

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01