Jhargram community development block, Administrative block in Jhargram subdivision, India
The Jhargram community development block spans 515 square kilometers of land with an elevation of 82 meters above sea level in West Bengal.
The region underwent significant changes after 2016 when the government successfully addressed social conflicts through increased administrative presence and development programs.
The population of 170,097 residents communicates primarily in Bengali and Santali languages, with a diverse mix of Hindu, Islamic, and tribal religious practices.
The block maintains 200 primary schools, 31 middle schools, 17 higher secondary schools, and multiple healthcare centers serving the local population.
The agricultural landscape consists of 90 percent lateritic soil where farmers cultivate paddy and potatoes while managing frequent drought conditions.
Location: Jhargram subdivision
Elevation above the sea: 82 m
Shares border with: Jamboni community development block, Binpur I community development block, Midnapore Sadar community development block, Kharagpur I community development block, Sankrail community development block, Gopiballavpur II community development block
GPS coordinates: 22.45000,86.98000
Latest update: March 7, 2025 06:02
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