Cooch Behar II community development block

Cooch Behar II is a community development block in Cooch Behar Sadar subdivision that covers roughly 385 square kilometers and comprises 111 villages along with 5 census towns in West Bengal. The area is supported by a network of schools at different levels, from primary to higher secondary institutions, serving educational needs across the region.

This block was created through administrative restructuring aimed at establishing local governance frameworks for rural development across the region. These organizational changes shaped how communities are served today and how resources flow to rural areas.

Multiple religious communities inhabit this area and express their traditions through temples, mosques, and local celebrations throughout the year. These gatherings form an important part of how people connect and mark important occasions together.

The area benefits from a well-established school system serving all educational levels, making it convenient for families to access learning opportunities nearby. When visiting, expect rural character with villages spread across the block, so planning transportation and movement between different parts takes some thought.

The Baneswar Shiva temple within this block is noted for its ancient architectural features and draws visitors interested in exploring its design and construction. This temple remains a meeting point for worship and shows how spiritual sites connect people across the wider community.

Location: Cooch Behar Sadar subdivision

Shares border with: Alipurduar I community development block, Alipurduar II community development block, Tufanganj I community development block, Cooch Behar I community development block, Mathabhanga II community development block

GPS coordinates: 26.36000,89.46000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:42