Indas community development block

Indas is a community development block in the northeastern part of Bankura district in West Bengal, covering a large area with 129 inhabited villages that have electricity access. The block contains multiple schools from primary to secondary level and serves as an administrative area for nearly 170,000 residents.

The area was under the control of Hindu rulers of Bishnupur from the 7th century until British colonial administration began around 1760. This historical transition shaped the administrative structure that exists in the region today.

Bengali and English are the main languages spoken here, and traditional temples with regional architectural styles are scattered throughout the area, reflecting the community's spiritual life.

The area is well supplied with electricity throughout its villages, making basic services accessible across the block. Schools and essential facilities are distributed across the region, allowing easy access to services for residents and visitors.

The area sits on low-lying alluvial plains particularly suited to rice cultivation, which shapes the local economy and daily rhythms. These fertile conditions make the region an important agricultural zone in Bengal.

Location: Bishnupur subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 49 m

Shares border with: Patrasayer community development block, Galsi II community development block, Khandaghosh community development block, Raina II community development block, Goghat II community development block, Kotulpur community development block, Joypur community development block

GPS coordinates: 23.15000,87.61667

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:07