Howrah district

Howrah district spreads across the western side of the Hooghly River and forms an important part of West Bengal. The region includes two main subdivisions and several smaller administrative zones that organize daily life and governance throughout the district.

The region became an independent administrative district in 1793 when it separated from Hooghly. Over the following century, the administrative structure evolved as the river continued to shape the area as a center of economic and cultural activity.

The district's name comes from the Hooghly River, which has shaped settlement patterns throughout the region. Local communities maintain strong ties to Bengali literary traditions, with connections to writers and thinkers who drew inspiration from this riverside landscape.

The district is structured through two main administrative zones that manage various local services and facilities. Visitors should know that administration is organized across several centers, which is helpful to understand when planning activities or seeking local services.

The district was historically a major hub for river trade and transport along the Hooghly. This role continues to influence the area's character today, even though transportation methods and the economy have transformed significantly.

Location: Presidency division

Capital city: Howrah

Shares border with: South 24 Parganas district, Purba Medinipur district, Paschim Medinipur district, Hooghly district, Kolkata district, North 24 Parganas district

Website: http://howrah.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 22.57363,88.32510

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:15