Daspur I community development block

Daspur I is an administrative block in the Ghatal region that spans a rural area with villages, fields, and waterways. The block provides basic services including schools, a hospital, and health centers for the local population.

The block was established as part of West Bengal's administrative reforms to bring local governance closer to communities. This restructuring helped distribute services like education and healthcare more effectively across rural areas.

Bengali is the main language you hear in daily life throughout the villages and local markets of the block. The region is home to ancient temples and the Narajole Rajbari palace, which reflect the architectural heritage of the area.

The block is typical of rural areas with villages spread across flat terrain and accessible by local roads and water transport. Visitors should expect basic infrastructure and prepare for simple lodging and dining options.

The area is crisscrossed by numerous ferry services that operate across rivers and waterways, shaping how local people move around. These water transport routes are a vital part of daily life and connect villages that would otherwise be difficult to reach.

Location: Ghatal subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 9 m

Shares border with: Debra community development block, Keshpur community development block, Chandrakona I community development block, Ghatal community development block, Daspur II community development block, Panskura community development block

GPS coordinates: 22.60500,87.72200

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06