Iodine is a trace element found in water, plants and soils. Man needs iodine to make thyroidhormone for normal development and functions of the body. In iodine deficient environment, thepeople do not have enough iodine for the thyroid hormone synthesis and the deficiency of iodinecauses several important health consequences collectively called Iodine Deficiency Disorders(IDD). Prevalence of goiter has been reported from Murshidabad district in West Bengal. Present study was undertaken to evaluate the iodine content of edible salt consumed by the peopleofMurshidabad district along with the measurement of bioavailability of iodine through drinkingwater. Results showed that 72.4% of the families were consuming iodide salt belowtherecommended level of 15 ppm. Iodine content in the drinking water indicates that the regionisenvironmentally iodine sufficient or the soil rich in iodine.