Dakshin Dinajpur district, Administrative district in West Bengal, India
Dakshin Dinajpur district spans 2,219 square kilometers of fertile land, encompassing two subdivisions, Balurghat and Gangarampur, within the Malda division of West Bengal.
The district emerged on April 1, 1992, through the division of the larger Dinajpur district, establishing Balurghat as its administrative capital and main commercial center.
The population of 1.6 million residents celebrates major festivals throughout the year, with Bengali as the primary language alongside Santali, Kurukh, and Hindi dialects.
The district maintains strong agricultural production focusing on rice, jute, and vegetables, supported by a network of rivers including Atreyee, Purnabhaba, Tangon, and Jamuna.
The region contains multiple educational institutions, including the newly established Dakshin Dinajpur University, which began operations in 2021 to serve the local population.
Location: Malda division
Capital city: Balurghat
Website: http://ddinajpur.nic.in
Shares border with: Malda district, Uttar Dinajpur district, Dinajpur District, Joypurhat District, Naogaon District
Website: http://ddinajpur.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 25.22000,88.76000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:04
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