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Krishnaganj Panchayat Samiti

Intermediate Panchayat (Tier-2)

A Panchayat Samiti (also referred to as Taluka Panchayat, Mandal Parishad, or Block Panchayat) is the intermediate tier of rural local self-governance in India. Operating at the tehsil/taluka level, it coordinates development programs between village Gram Panchayats and the district-level Zilla Parishad.

The taluka/block Krishnaganj is located in Nadia district, West bengal. It encompasses 42 intermediate wards represented by elected Panchayat Samiti Members (Sadasya) and covers 7 Gram Panchayats.

District (Zilla Parishad)

Nadia ZP

Sub-District / Taluka

Krishnaganj (Krishnaganj)

Local Body Code

3398

Panchayat Samiti (Block Panchayat) Information

Understanding the structure, intermediate wards, and key governance responsibilities at the Taluka/Block level.

1. What is a Panchayat Samiti?

A Panchayat Samiti (also known as Taluka Panchayat, Mandal Parishad, or Block Panchayat) is the intermediate tier of the 3-tier Panchayati Raj system, linking village Gram Panchayats with the district-level Zilla Parishad.

2. Intermediate Wards (Gans)

  • The taluka area is divided into electoral wards (Gans) based on rural population distribution.
  • Each intermediate ward directly elects a representative called a Panchayat Samiti Member (Sadasya).

3. Leadership & Administration

  • Sabhapati / President: Elected by and from the Samiti members to head the political body.
  • Block Development Officer (BDO): Executive head appointed by state government to administer development schemes.

4. Key Functions & Schemes

Panchayat Samitis coordinate block-level public works:

  • • Rural employment (MGNREGA coordination)
  • • Primary health centers & sub-centers
  • • Agriculture subsidies & minor irrigation
  • • Anganwadi centers & early child nutrition

5. Gram Panchayat Coordination

The Samiti consolidates and reviews development plans prepared by Gram Panchayats and coordinates with the Zilla Parishad for budget allocation and scheme execution.

6. Representation & Inclusivity

Constitutional reservations guarantee proportional representation for SC / ST / OBC, and ensure 50% reservation for women in local governance in Maharashtra.

List of Wards of Krishnaganj Panchayat Samiti

42 Wards
# Ward Name (English) Local Name Ward Number Ward Code Related Village Data
1 Gobindapur/Ps-1 Gobindapur/PS-1 1 87079 Loading...
2 Gobindapur/Ps-1 Gobindapur/PS-1 1 87079 Loading...
3 Gobindapur/Ps-2 Gobindapur/PS-2 2 862480 Loading...
4 Gobindapur/Ps-2 Gobindapur/PS-2 2 862480 Loading...
5 Gobindapur/Ps-3 Gobindapur/PS-3 3 862481 Loading...
6 Gobindapur/Ps-3 Gobindapur/PS-3 3 862481 Loading...
7 Matiary Banpur/Ps-4 Matiary Banpur/PS-4 4 862483 Loading...
8 Matiary Banpur/Ps-4 Matiary Banpur/PS-4 4 862483 Loading...
9 Matiary Banpur/Ps-5 Matiary Banpur/PS-5 5 862484 Loading...
10 Matiary Banpur/Ps-5 Matiary Banpur/PS-5 5 862484 Loading...
11 Matiary Banpur/Ps-6 Matiary Banpur/PS-6 6 862485 Loading...
12 Matiary Banpur/Ps-6 Matiary Banpur/PS-6 6 862485 Loading...
13 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-7 Taldaha Majdia/PS-7 7 862486 Loading...
14 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-7 Taldaha Majdia/PS-7 7 862486 Loading...
15 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-8 Taldaha Majdia/PS-8 8 862487 Loading...
16 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-8 Taldaha Majdia/PS-8 8 862487 Loading...
17 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-9 Taldaha Majdia/PS-9 9 862494 Loading...
18 Taldaha Majdia/Ps-9 Taldaha Majdia/PS-9 9 862494 Loading...
19 Joyghata/Ps-10 Joyghata/PS-10 10 862495 Loading...
20 Joyghata/Ps-10 Joyghata/PS-10 10 862495 Loading...
21 Joyghata/Ps-11 Joyghata/PS-11 11 862496 Loading...
22 Joyghata/Ps-11 Joyghata/PS-11 11 862496 Loading...
23 Joyghata/Ps-12 Joyghata/PS-12 12 862497 Loading...
24 Joyghata/Ps-12 Joyghata/PS-12 12 862497 Loading...
25 Krishnaganj/Ps-13 Krishnaganj/PS-13 13 862498 Loading...
26 Krishnaganj/Ps-13 Krishnaganj/PS-13 13 862498 Loading...
27 Krishnaganj/Ps-14 Krishnaganj/PS-14 14 862499 Loading...
28 Krishnaganj/Ps-14 Krishnaganj/PS-14 14 862499 Loading...
29 Krishnaganj/Ps-15 Krishnaganj/PS-15 15 862505 Loading...
30 Krishnaganj/Ps-15 Krishnaganj/PS-15 15 862505 Loading...
31 Shibnibash/Ps-16 Shibnibash/PS-16 16 862500 Loading...
32 Shibnibash/Ps-16 Shibnibash/PS-16 16 862500 Loading...
33 Shibnibash/Ps-17 Shibnibash/PS-17 17 862501 Loading...
34 Shibnibash/Ps-17 Shibnibash/PS-17 17 862501 Loading...
35 Shibnibash/Ps-18 Shibnibash/PS-18 18 862507 Loading...
36 Shibnibash/Ps-18 Shibnibash/PS-18 18 862507 Loading...
37 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-19 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-19 19 862512 Loading...
38 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-19 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-19 19 862512 Loading...
39 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-20 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-20 20 862509 Loading...
40 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-20 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-20 20 862509 Loading...
41 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-21 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-21 21 862508 Loading...
42 Bhajanghat Tungi/Ps-21 Bhajanghat Tungi/PS-21 21 862508 Loading...

Key Terms & Definitions

An intermediate ward (often called a 'Gan' in Maharashtra) is a geographical constituency representing multiple villages within the block. Citizens in this ward directly elect a representative to the Panchayat Samiti.

The Local Government Directory (LGD) code is a unique standardized national code assigned by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to uniquely identify every intermediate panchayat and ward across India.