Subdivisions in South 24 Parganas District
Complete List of Sub-District Administrative Divisions in South 24 Parganas, West Bengal
About Subdivisions in South 24 Parganas District
South 24 Parganas District in West Bengal is divided into 29 subdivisions (also known as tehsils, mandals, or subdivisions in different parts of India). These sub-district administrative divisions collectively cover approximately 2,396 villages and form the critical link between the district administration and grassroots communities.
Each subdivision in South 24 Parganas District is headed by a Tahsildar (also called Subdivision Officer or Revenue Officer), who serves as the primary administrative authority at the sub-district level. The Tahsildar and their team are responsible for maintaining land records and property documentation, collecting land revenue and property taxes, issuing essential government certificates (income, caste, residence, nativity), processing property mutations and transfers, implementing government welfare schemes, conducting local elections and census operations, and serving as first-level magistrate for minor legal matters. The subdivision office (Taluk/Tehsil/Mandal office) is where citizens interact most frequently with the government for day-to-day administrative needs.
Understanding the subdivision structure of South 24 Parganas District is essential for accessing local government services, identifying correct administrative jurisdictions, and navigating the bureaucratic system effectively. Below you'll find a complete list of all 29 subdivisions in South 24 Parganas District with their village coverage.
Terminology Note
In West Bengal, these administrative divisions are officially called subdivisions. The same administrative level is known as Taluks in South India, Tehsils in North India, Mandals in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, and Subdivisions in Eastern India. All terms refer to the same sub-district tier with similar administrative functions.
List of Subdivisions in South 24 Parganas District
| # | Subdivision Name | Type | Villages | Population | View Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baruipur | Subdivision | 147 | 486247 | View |
| 2 | Basanti | Subdivision | 82 | 336717 | View |
| 3 | Bhangar I | Subdivision | 90 | 249170 | View |
| 4 | Bhangar II | Subdivision | 68 | 246708 | View |
| 5 | Bishnupur I | Subdivision | 97 | 232365 | View |
| 6 | Bishnupur II | Subdivision | 72 | 214531 | View |
| 7 | Budge Budge I | Subdivision | 27 | 226792 | View |
| 8 | Budge Budge II | Subdivision | 77 | 192134 | View |
| 9 | Canning I | Subdivision | 72 | 304724 | View |
| 10 | Canning II | Subdivision | 71 | 252523 | View |
| 11 | Diamond Harbour I | Subdivision | 80 | 206278 | View |
| 12 | Diamond Harbour II | Subdivision | 98 | 182491 | View |
| 13 | Falta | Subdivision | 148 | 249561 | View |
| 14 | Gosaba | Subdivision | 59 | 246598 | View |
| 15 | Jaynagar I | Subdivision | 84 | 263151 | View |
| 16 | Jaynagar II | Subdivision | 61 | 278086 | View |
| 17 | Kakdwip | Subdivision | 41 | 281963 | View |
| 18 | Kulpi | Subdivision | 198 | 283197 | View |
| 19 | Kultali | Subdivision | 52 | 229053 | View |
| 20 | Magrahat I | Subdivision | 105 | 268042 | View |
| 21 | Magrahat II | Subdivision | 101 | 304744 | View |
| 22 | Mandirbazar | Subdivision | 131 | 215502 | View |
| 23 | Mathurapur I | Subdivision | 106 | 195104 | View |
| 24 | Mathurapur II | Subdivision | 35 | 220839 | View |
| 25 | Namkhana | Subdivision | 36 | 182830 | View |
| 26 | Patharpratima | Subdivision | 89 | 331823 | View |
| 27 | Sagar | Subdivision | 51 | 212037 | View |
| 28 | Sonarpur | Subdivision | 82 | 644231 | View |
| 29 | Thakurpukur Mahestola | Subdivision | 36 | 624520 | View |
Browse Subdivisions in South 24 Parganas
Baruipur
Population: 486247Basanti
Population: 336717Bhangar I
Population: 249170Bhangar II
Population: 246708Bishnupur I
Population: 232365Bishnupur II
Population: 214531Budge Budge I
Population: 226792Budge Budge II
Population: 192134Canning I
Population: 304724Canning II
Population: 252523Diamond Harbour I
Population: 206278Diamond Harbour II
Population: 182491Falta
Population: 249561Gosaba
Population: 246598Jaynagar I
Population: 263151Jaynagar II
Population: 278086Kakdwip
Population: 281963Kulpi
Population: 283197Kultali
Population: 229053Magrahat I
Population: 268042Magrahat II
Population: 304744Mandirbazar
Population: 215502Mathurapur I
Population: 195104Mathurapur II
Population: 220839Namkhana
Population: 182830Patharpratima
Population: 331823Sagar
Population: 212037Sonarpur
Population: 644231Thakurpukur Mahestola
Population: 624520How to Use This Directory
This subdivision directory for South 24 Parganas District helps you find administrative divisions and access government services:
- Find your subdivision: Locate the subdivision that covers your village or area from the list above
- View detailed information: Click on any subdivision name to see villages, post offices, banks, and government offices in that area
- Access services: Identify the correct subdivision office (Tahsildar office) for certificate applications and land records
- Compare coverage: Use the village count column to understand the size and coverage of each subdivision
Frequently Asked Questions
How many subdivisions are there in South 24 Parganas District?
South 24 Parganas District has 29 subdivisions that together cover 2,396 villages. These administrative divisions handle revenue collection, land records, and essential government certificate services for all citizens in the district. The subdivisions are administered under the overall supervision of the District Collector at South 24 Parganas.
What is the difference between a subdivision and a block in South 24 Parganas District?
A subdivision is a revenue administrative unit focused on land revenue collection, property registration, and issuing government certificates. A block (Community Development Block) is a development administrative unit focused on implementing rural development programs, healthcare, education, and welfare schemes. While both cover similar geographical areas in South 24 Parganas District, they serve different administrative purposes and are headed by different officers (Tahsildar vs Block Development Officer).
Where is the subdivision office located in South 24 Parganas District?
Each subdivision in South 24 Parganas District has its own subdivision office (Tahsildar office) usually located in the headquarters town of that subdivision. Click on any subdivision name in the list above to find the specific location, contact details, and office information. The subdivision office is where you submit applications for certificates, land mutations, and other revenue-related services.
How do I find which subdivision my village belongs to in South 24 Parganas District?
To find your village's subdivision in South 24 Parganas District: (1) Browse the subdivisions listed above and click on each to see the village list, (2) Check your land records or property documents which mention the subdivision name, (3) Use the village search feature on ChennaiIQ to directly locate your village, or (4) Contact the District Collectorate for administrative boundary information.
What services can I access at a subdivision office in South 24 Parganas District?
Subdivision offices (Tahsildar offices) in South 24 Parganas District provide numerous essential services: Certificates: Income, caste, community, residence, nativity, and legal heir certificates. Land services: Patta transfers, mutation of records, encumbrance certificates, land valuations. Revenue services: Land tax payment, property tax assessment. Welfare services: Old age pension, widow pension, ration card applications. Emergency services: Emergency certificates during natural disasters. The Tahsildar also has magisterial powers to handle minor legal and administrative matters.