Bishnupur II community development block

Bishnupur II is a development block in Alipore Sadar subdivision within South 24 Parganas district, comprising multiple villages spread across a flat rural landscape. The block contains numerous primary schools and healthcare centers that serve the surrounding communities.

The block was established as part of India's administrative reorganization and became a key component of local governance within the subdivision. This organizational structure helped improve service delivery and administrative oversight across the rural region.

The population of 214,531 residents represents a mix of religious traditions, with Hinduism at 61 percent and Islam at 37 percent of inhabitants.

Visitors should be aware that access to villages is mostly via unpaved roads, particularly during the monsoon season. The flat terrain makes navigation straightforward, and local officials at village centers can provide basic guidance.

In recent decades the employment pattern has shifted significantly, with most workers now engaged in non-farming occupations rather than traditional agriculture. This transformation reflects how rural communities are adapting to changing economic opportunities.

Location: Alipore Sadar subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 8 m

Shares border with: Bishnupur I community development block, Magrahat I community development block, Falta community development block, Budge Budge II community development block, Budge Budge I community development block, Thakurpukur Maheshtala community development block

GPS coordinates: 22.38120,88.26800

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09