Sandeshkhali I community development block

Sandeshkhali I is an administrative block located in the Basirhat subdivision that spans flat terrain across North Twenty Four Parganas district. The area contains around 87 primary schools and several health centers serving numerous villages and rural settlements throughout the region.

This territory was once covered in dense forests and wetlands that sheltered large wildlife including tigers and crocodiles. Over time, the landscape was gradually transformed into an organized administrative region with settled villages and rural infrastructure.

Different religious communities coexist here, each maintaining their own traditions and celebrations throughout the year. The daily rhythm of village life is shaped by these customs and the way local people gather for festivals and gatherings.

This area is entirely rural and is best explored by local transport or your own vehicle to move between villages. Plan for flexible travel time as roads in rural areas may not always be in perfect condition.

The landscape here once supported a significant population of predators that roamed through impenetrable shrubland and marshes. This wild character of the environment made early human settlement in the region particularly difficult and risky.

Location: Basirhat subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 7 m

GPS coordinates: 22.36000,88.90000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:05