Ramnagar I community development block

Ramnagar I is an administrative block located in Contai subdivision in West Bengal, covering low-lying plains near the eastern coast. The area includes numerous villages connected through basic infrastructure such as electricity and water supply.

The block was established as an administrative unit to promote development and governance in rural areas of West Bengal. Its creation was part of the broader system of decentralizing administration across the district level.

The population of 167,330 residents primarily speaks Bengali at 95.64%, while a minority of 2.67% communicates in the Odia language.

The block contains villages with electrical connections and water access for the local population. A network of schools supports primary education throughout the communities.

The area is known for fish farming, with thousands of residents working in structured aquaculture operations. Fish production represents a significant economic activity that shapes the rural landscape.

Location: Contai subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Shares border with: Egra I community development block, Ramnagar II community development block

GPS coordinates: 21.67167,87.55028

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:23