Magrahat I community development block

Magrahat I spans across 136 square kilometers of land in West Bengal, containing both urban settlements and agricultural regions near the Diamond Harbour subdivision.

The region derives its name from Mog pirates who established markets in the area before migrating from present-day Myanmar with Portuguese assistance.

The population of 269,494 residents represents a mix of religious groups, with Muslims comprising 50 percent and Hindus 48 percent of the community.

The administrative block maintains 135 primary schools, 7 high schools, and 17 higher secondary schools, serving the educational needs of local residents.

The block contains 55,002 households spread across 14 gram panchayats, where rice cultivation serves as the primary agricultural activity.

Location: Diamond Harbour subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 6 m

Shares border with: Bishnupur I community development block

GPS coordinates: 22.24200,88.37840

Latest update: March 18, 2025 14:59