Singur community development block

Singur is a community development block in West Bengal's Hooghly district, situated in the fertile Ganges delta region. The block comprises sixteen Gram Panchayats, two police stations, and multiple health centers that serve its population.

Archaeological evidence suggests the area was once called Singhapur and held significance in ancient times as a place of historical importance. The region developed over centuries with connections to broader regional changes in the delta.

Local temples like Adi Biswalakhi Mandir and Dakat Kali Mandir serve as gathering places where residents practice their faith and celebrate traditional festivals. These sites shape the rhythm of community life and religious observance in the region.

The block is best accessed by train, with a railway station located about 34 kilometers from Howrah Station in the broader region. Visitors should expect travel times from major cities and plan accordingly for reaching remote villages within the block.

The block gained national attention due to a major land acquisition dispute with an automobile manufacturer that lasted years and was ultimately resolved in favor of the original landowners. This case became a landmark moment in discussions about land rights and citizen participation in India.

Location: Chandannagar subdivision

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

Shares border with: Barrackpore I community development block, Barrackpore II community development block, Chinsurah-Mogra community development block, Polba-Dadpur community development block, Haripal community development block, Sreerampur-Uttarpara community development block, Chanditala I community development block, Chanditala II community development block

GPS coordinates: 22.81000,88.23000

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:02