Bardhaman district

Bardhaman district was a former administrative area in West Bengal featuring varied terrain with rocky hills and fertile plains. Multiple rivers and waterways ran through the landscape, creating natural divisions across the region.

The district took its name from Mahavira Vardhamana, a revered Jain figure, with archaeological discoveries revealing ancient settlements from thousands of years ago. In recent times, administrative changes divided the area into two separate districts in 2017.

Bengali language and customs shape daily life across the region, with local artistic traditions and religious observances visible in communities. Visitors can observe how these practices remain woven into the rhythm of contemporary village and urban life.

The former district now exists as two separate administrative divisions as of 2017, which affects how the region is organized and governed today. Understanding this split helps visitors navigate the area and locate specific places they wish to visit.

The Raniganj coalfield located here marked the beginning of India's coal industry, with mining operations that shaped the region's economic path. This mining legacy remains integral to understanding the area's development and industrial past.

Location: Burdwan division

Capital city: Bardhaman

Shares border with: Birbhum district, Murshidabad district, Nadia district, Hooghly district, Bankura district, Purulia district, Dhanbad district, Jamtara district

Website: http://bardhaman.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 23.23833,87.86083

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:29