Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh
- Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh
Hamirpur ( _hi. हमीरपुर) is a district in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. The headquarters of the district is in the Hamirpur town.
History
Carved out from the Kangra district in 1972, the district is closely associated with the Katoch dynasty. It was the part of old Jallandhar-Trigarta empire. Panin referred to the people of this kingdom as great warriors and fighters. Even today Army is the largest employer for Hamirpuris, who form large bulks of Dogra , Granadiers, JK, JAKRIF regiments as well as paramillitary forces especially Assam Rifles. In addition to their repute for being brave and professional soldiers they are well known for the hardiness characteristic of hill people thus earning the name VeerBhumi for Hamirpur as rest of Himachal calls itself DevBhumi.It is most educated District of Himachal and popular for fast development and advancement.The Katoch dynasty predominated during the period of Raja Hamir Chand who ruled from 1700 A.D. to 1740 A.D. It was Raja Hamir Chand who built the fort at Hamirpur and the present town derived its name from this ruler.
Geography
Situated at an altitude of 785 meters, Hamirpur is a District Headquarters.
Climate
It is not a typical "Hilly & Chilly" type of climate in district Hamirpur as it is more closer to plains. During winter, the climate is cold but pleasant when woollens are required. During summer the temperature is hot and cottons are recommended.
References
* [http://www.himachaltourism.nic.in/hamir.htm link Himachal tourism]
* [http://hamirpur.nic.in/ link National Informatics Center]
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