Habibpur community development block

Habibpur extends across 397 square kilometers of land, encompassing 233 inhabited villages and 11 gram panchayats within the Malda district of West Bengal.

The block lies in the ancient Pundravardhana region, which formed part of the Gupta Empire and later became a center of the Sena dynasty until 1205.

Local residents participate in traditional Bengali festivals throughout the year, maintaining customs through celebrations in the block's numerous village communities.

Transportation within the block includes four ferry services, four bus routes, and a railway track connecting Old Malda to Singhabad for daily commuters.

The block sits on the distinctive Barind region, characterized by elevated ancient alluvial humps that rise above the surrounding lower plains.

Location: Malda Sadar subdivision

Shares border with: Bamangola community development block, Gazole community development block, Old Malda community development block

GPS coordinates: 25.01842,88.35892

Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:11