Namkhana community development block

Namkhana is an administrative division in the southern part of West Bengal that covers flat land shaped by river deltas. The area contains 34 villages connected by rural roads and waterways, with rice fields as the dominant landscape feature.

The area was established as an administrative unit to improve local governance and development in the southern delta region. It was created as part of West Bengal's efforts to organize rural communities and manage agricultural resources more effectively.

People here follow agricultural traditions passed down through generations, with rice farming as their main livelihood. Hindu and Muslim communities live together in the villages and share daily life through local markets and festivals.

The area has one rural hospital and several health centers scattered across the villages for basic medical needs. Travel is mainly by local roads and waterways, so visitors should allow extra time for getting around.

The villages here are major rice producers, particularly a variety called Aman paddy that grows well in the delta environment. This specific type of rice has been cultivated in the region for generations and remains the economic backbone of many families.

Location: Kakdwip subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

GPS coordinates: 21.70000,88.14000

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00