How many villages are listed for South Twenty Four Parganas district?
South Twenty Four Parganas district has 2,044 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 29 blocks in West Bengal.
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South Twenty Four Parganas District Village Directory
The South Twenty Four Parganas district village directory covers 2,044 Census 2011 village records across 29 blocks in West Bengal. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, South Twenty Four Parganas district has 1,996 inhabited villages, 48 uninhabited village entries, 6,074,188 people and 1,298,259 households, with 511,918 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Kulpi has the most village records; Ganespur is the largest listed village by population; Henry's Island has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 1,996 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 1,738 villages, all-weather road is reported for 1,111 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records.
Local Admin Units29
Villages2,044
Population6,074,188
Households1,298,259
Area (ha)511,918.1
Blocks in South Twenty Four Parganas
The block-wise table compares 29 blocks in South Twenty Four Parganas district using Census 2011 village records. Kulpi has 180 villages, about 8.8% of the district list. Patharpratima has the largest listed village population at 331,823 people.
| Block | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baruipur | 02422 | 126 | 6.2% | 97% | 315,807 | 5.2% | 2,506 | 70,247 | 19,821.35 | 3.9% | 1,593.3 | Ramnagar |
| Basanti | 02434 | 66 | 3.2% | 97% | 330,092 | 5.4% | 5,001 | 69,295 | 40,188.98 | 7.9% | 821.3 | Lot No 126 |
| Bhangar - I | 02418 | 81 | 4% | 99% | 228,528 | 3.8% | 2,821 | 47,370 | 14,906.66 | 2.9% | 1,533.1 | Tardaha Kapasati |
| Bhangar - II | 02419 | 60 | 2.9% | 100% | 246,708 | 4.1% | 4,112 | 50,209 | 16,204.28 | 3.2% | 1,522.5 | Bamunia |
| Bishnupur - I | 02415 | 85 | 4.2% | 99% | 204,385 | 3.4% | 2,405 | 45,551 | 10,874.96 | 2.1% | 1,879.4 | Amgachhi |
| Bishnupur - II | 02416 | 53 | 2.6% | 98% | 138,979 | 2.3% | 2,622 | 31,798 | 5,528.44 | 1.1% | 2,513.9 | Chandi |
| Budge Budge - I | 02413 | 13 | 0.6% | 100% | 29,573 | 0.5% | 2,275 | 6,966 | 1,067.63 | 0.2% | 2,770 | Jamalpur |
| Budge Budge - II | 02414 | 61 | 3% | 100% | 135,254 | 2.2% | 2,217 | 31,701 | 6,169.61 | 1.2% | 2,192.3 | Chandipur |
| Canning - I | 02420 | 53 | 2.6% | 100% | 181,508 | 3% | 3,425 | 36,051 | 15,005.08 | 2.9% | 1,209.6 | Budh Khali |
| Canning - II | 02421 | 61 | 3% | 100% | 241,331 | 4% | 3,956 | 47,264 | 21,225.37 | 4.1% | 1,137 | Kalikatala |
| Diamond Harbour - I | 02426 | 68 | 3.3% | 99% | 135,160 | 2.2% | 1,988 | 28,623 | 6,360.89 | 1.2% | 2,124.9 | Panch Gansingber |
| Diamond Harbour - II | 02427 | 91 | 4.5% | 98% | 185,808 | 3.1% | 2,042 | 41,563 | 9,470.69 | 1.9% | 1,961.9 | Kamarpol |
| Falta | 02425 | 129 | 6.3% | 100% | 226,162 | 3.7% | 1,753 | 51,608 | 12,029.01 | 2.3% | 1,880.1 | Rajarampur |
| Gosaba | 02435 | 51 | 2.5% | 98% | 246,598 | 4.1% | 4,835 | 58,197 | 29,672.65 | 5.8% | 831.1 | Kumirmari |
| Jaynagar - I | 02431 | 67 | 3.3% | 97% | 216,829 | 3.6% | 3,236 | 45,706 | 11,851.91 | 2.3% | 1,829.5 | Kamaria |
| Jaynagar - II | 02432 | 47 | 2.3% | 100% | 239,784 | 3.9% | 5,102 | 47,650 | 18,168.64 | 3.5% | 1,319.8 | Gordoani |
| Kakdwip | 02437 | 39 | 1.9% | 100% | 281,963 | 4.6% | 7,23 | 60,201 | 25,273.62 | 4.9% | 1,115.6 | Ganespur |
| Kulpi | 02428 | 180 | 8.8% | 96% | 266,645 | 4.4% | 1,481 | 55,949 | 20,505.40 | 4% | 1,300.4 | Lakshmipur |
| Kultali | 02433 | 46 | 2.3% | 93% | 229,053 | 3.8% | 4,979 | 45,099 | 30,618.16 | 6% | 748.1 | Meraganj |
| Magrahat - I | 02424 | 81 | 4% | 96% | 203,837 | 3.4% | 2,517 | 42,209 | 9,997.93 | 2% | 2,038.8 | Nazra |
| Magrahat - II | 02423 | 78 | 3.8% | 100% | 218,504 | 3.6% | 2,801 | 46,367 | 11,459.09 | 2.2% | 1,906.8 | Jugdia |
| Mandirbazar | 02429 | 110 | 5.4% | 100% | 188,995 | 3.1% | 1,718 | 39,931 | 10,654.84 | 2.1% | 1,773.8 | Sadashibpur (M) (P) |
| Mathurapur - I | 02430 | 95 | 4.6% | 96% | 169,263 | 2.8% | 1,782 | 35,183 | 13,688.08 | 2.7% | 1,236.6 | Nalua |
| Mathurapur - II | 02436 | 27 | 1.3% | 100% | 220,839 | 3.6% | 8,179 | 45,888 | 22,745.09 | 4.4% | 970.9 | Gilarchat |
| Namkhana | 02439 | 39 | 1.9% | 87% | 182,830 | 3% | 4,688 | 41,433 | 37,061.42 | 7.2% | 493.3 | Narayanpur |
| Patharpratima | 02440 | 92 | 4.5% | 95% | 331,823 | 5.5% | 3,607 | 69,641 | 48,447.56 | 9.5% | 684.9 | Dakshin Gangadharpur |
| Sagar | 02438 | 47 | 2.3% | 89% | 212,037 | 3.5% | 4,511 | 43,716 | 28,211.53 | 5.5% | 751.6 | Gangasagar |
| Sonarpur | 02417 | 65 | 3.2% | 100% | 175,713 | 2.9% | 2,703 | 41,080 | 10,448.59 | 2% | 1,681.7 | Bhagabanpur |
| Thakurpukur Mahestola | 02412 | 33 | 1.6% | 100% | 90,180 | 1.5% | 2,733 | 21,763 | 4,260.64 | 0.8% | 2,116.6 | Rasapunja |
Blocks with the most village records
Kulpi, Falta and Baruipur are the blocks with the most village records in South Twenty Four Parganas district. Kulpi ranks first with 180 villages, 266,645 people and 1,300.4 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and block comparison.
| Rank | Block | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kulpi | 180 | 8.8% | 266,645 | 4.4% | 20,505.40 | 4% |
| 2 | Falta | 129 | 6.3% | 226,162 | 3.7% | 12,029.01 | 2.3% |
| 3 | Baruipur | 126 | 6.2% | 315,807 | 5.2% | 19,821.35 | 3.9% |
| 4 | Mandirbazar | 110 | 5.4% | 188,995 | 3.1% | 10,654.84 | 2.1% |
| 5 | Mathurapur - I | 95 | 4.6% | 169,263 | 2.8% | 13,688.08 | 2.7% |
| 6 | Patharpratima | 92 | 4.5% | 331,823 | 5.5% | 48,447.56 | 9.5% |
| 7 | Diamond Harbour - II | 91 | 4.5% | 185,808 | 3.1% | 9,470.69 | 1.9% |
| 8 | Bishnupur - I | 85 | 4.2% | 204,385 | 3.4% | 10,874.96 | 2.1% |
| 9 | Bhangar - I | 81 | 4% | 228,528 | 3.8% | 14,906.66 | 2.9% |
| 10 | Magrahat - I | 81 | 4% | 203,837 | 3.4% | 9,997.93 | 2% |
Largest Villages by Population
Ganespur is the highest-population village listed for South Twenty Four Parganas district, with 32,932 people and 7,237 households. That is 0.5% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 4.6. The nearest town is Diamond Harbour; 47.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ganespur | 32,932 | 0.5% | 7,237 | 4.6 | 1,600.53 | 2,057.6 | Diamond Harbour | 47.0 |
| 2 | Kalinagar | 28,669 | 0.5% | 5,775 | 5 | 798 | 3,592.6 | Diamond Harbour | 40.0 |
| 3 | Kamaria | 26,575 | 0.4% | 5,132 | 5.2 | 1,297.02 | 2,048.9 | Joyanagar Majil | 20.0 |
| 4 | Gilarchat | 25,897 | 0.4% | 5,399 | 4.8 | 1,669.36 | 1,551.3 | Joynagar | 20.0 |
| 5 | Lakshmipur | 23,956 | 0.4% | 4,886 | 4.9 | 2,247.87 | 1,065.7 | Kakdwip | 18.0 |
| 6 | Meraganj | 22,225 | 0.4% | 4,028 | 5.5 | 1,330.21 | 1,670.8 | Canning | 15.0 |
| 7 | Khari | 21,900 | 0.4% | 4,679 | 4.7 | 1,251.57 | 1,749.8 | Jaynagar | 20.0 |
| 8 | Gordoani | 20,984 | 0.3% | 4,009 | 5.2 | 915.40 | 2,292.3 | Jaynagar | 15.0 |
| 9 | Raydighi Abad | 20,467 | 0.3% | 4,243 | 4.8 | 1,128.26 | 1,814 | Jaynagar | 25.0 |
| 10 | Jalabaria | 20,138 | 0.3% | 4,125 | 4.9 | 2,331.56 | 863.7 | Jaynagar | 20.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Henry's Island has the largest recorded village area in South Twenty Four Parganas district at 15,973.51 hectares. It represents 3.1% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 0 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Henry's Island | 15,973.51 | 3.1% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Kakdwip | 35.0 |
| 2 | Lot No 126 | 4,558.39 | 0.9% | 15,695 | 344.3 | 3,820 | 0.84 | Canning | 52.0 |
| 3 | Plot L Southernportion | 4,340.66 | 0.8% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 4 | Lot No 125 | 3,478.30 | 0.7% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 5 | Lot-120 | 2,541.84 | 0.5% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 6 | Lot No 124 | 2,541.80 | 0.5% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 7 | Dhapa Manpur (P) | 2,417.56 | 0.5% | 776 | 32.1 | 186 | 0.08 | — | — |
| 8 | Jalabaria | 2,331.56 | 0.5% | 20,138 | 863.7 | 4,125 | 1.77 | Jaynagar | 20.0 |
| 9 | Lot-118 | 2,274.34 | 0.4% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | — | — |
| 10 | Lakshmipur | 2,247.87 | 0.4% | 23,956 | 1,065.7 | 4,886 | 2.17 | Kakdwip | 18.0 |
Population Summary
South Twenty Four Parganas district's village records list 6,074,188 people in 1,298,259 households. The average household size is 4.7. The listed village population density is 1,186.6 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village2,972
Average Household Size4.7
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km1,186.6
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population6,074,188
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects South Twenty Four Parganas district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 29 CD blocks, 0 Gram Panchayats and 57 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Akshin Raipur, Anandapur and Baraipur.
CD Blocks Reported29
Gram Panchayats Reported0
Nearest Town Names Reported57
CD blocks reported: Baruipur, Basanti, Bhangar - I, Bhangar - II, Bishnupur - I, Bishnupur - II, Budge Budge - I, Budge Budge - II, Canning - I, Canning - II, Diamond Harbour - I, Diamond Harbour - II and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for South Twenty Four Parganas district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 1,996 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 1,738 villages (85% of district records), all-weather road in 1,111 villages (54% of district records). Lower-count fields include All-weather Road and PDS Shop, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 1,996 | 1,996 | — | 97.65 |
| Mobile Coverage | 1,738 | 1,996 | — | 85.03 |
| All-Weather Road | 1,111 | 1,996 | — | 54.35 |
| PDS Shop | 1,213 | 1,996 | — | 59.34 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 1,996 | 1,996 | — | 97.65 |
Median Nearest Town Distance15 km
Villages within 5 km225
Villages over 25 km553
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 225 | 11% |
| 5-10 Km | 547 | 28% |
| 10-25 Km | 656 | 33% |
| Over 25 Km | 553 | 28% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how South Twenty Four Parganas villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 1,981 villages, with an average of 22.57 km and a median of 15 km. 225 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 553 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 1,981 | 22.57 | 453 | Barjuli | Calcutta |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for South Twenty Four Parganas district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 25 data fields and 50,195 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 5 | 10,220 | 8,176 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 6,005 | 3,972 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 6,084 | 5,986 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 15,910 | 7,751 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 3,992 | 2,849 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 1,996 | 1,213 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 5,988 | 5,988 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which block has the most village records in South Twenty Four Parganas district?
Kulpi has the most village records in South Twenty Four Parganas district, with 180 entries. This is 8.8% of the district list, with 266,645 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in South Twenty Four Parganas district?
Ganespur is the highest-population village shown for South Twenty Four Parganas district, with 32,932 people and 7,237 households. It accounts for 0.5% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in South Twenty Four Parganas district?
Henry's Island has the largest recorded village area in this directory for South Twenty Four Parganas district, at 15,973.51 hectares. It represents 3.1% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for South Twenty Four Parganas district villages?
The population summary includes 6,074,188 people, 1,298,259 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 4.7 and population density is 1,186.6 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for South Twenty Four Parganas district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 1,996 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 1,738 villages (85% of district records), all-weather road in 1,111 villages (54% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
How do I find a Census village code in South Twenty Four Parganas district?
Start from the block-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in South Twenty Four Parganas district?
Use the official land-record portal for West Bengal, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, block, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the South Twenty Four Parganas district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.