Hirbandh community development block

Hirbandh is an administrative block in Bankura district that covers a rural area spanning multiple villages and settlements. The block functions as a local administrative unit organizing basic services for residents.

The area was ruled by Hindu kings until 1760, then came under British administration, bringing significant changes to how the region was organized. This transition laid the foundation for how local governance works today.

The population represents a mix of social groups whose traditions shape daily life and appear in local celebrations and customs. Traditional crafts remain alive in the region and are passed down through generations.

The block has multiple schools and a hospital providing basic education and health services. Visitors should expect rural conditions and allow time for getting oriented.

Most people work as agricultural laborers, while a special craft of silk weaving producing Baluchari saris has shaped the region for generations. This specialized textile art has been passed down and links economic activity with cultural heritage.

Location: Khatra subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 123 m

Shares border with: Indpur community development block, Khatra community development block, Manbazar I community development block, Puncha community development block

GPS coordinates: 23.06339,86.80229

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23