Bishnupur community development block

The Bishnupur community development block extends across 392 square kilometers of land at an elevation of 74 meters in West Bengal.

The region experienced significant changes when the Bishnupur Rajas transferred their territories to British administration in 1760 following multiple invasions.

Traditional crafts define the region through the production of handwoven Baluchari saris and intricate terracotta artworks by local craftspeople.

The block maintains 150 primary schools, 18 middle schools, and several higher education institutions to serve its population of 156,822 residents.

Agricultural activities dominate the economy with 44.61 percent of workers engaged as farm laborers and 21.24 percent working as cultivators.

Location: Bishnupur subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 74 m

Shares border with: Onda community development block, Sonamukhi community development block, Patrasayer community development block, Joypur community development block, Garhbeta I community development block

GPS coordinates: 23.08333,87.31667

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:30