- Dhupguri
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Dhupguri — town — Coordinates 26°36′N 89°01′E / 26.60°N 89.02°ECoordinates: 26°36′N 89°01′E / 26.60°N 89.02°E Country India State West Bengal District(s) Jalpaiguri Parliamentary constituency Jalpaiguri (SC) Assembly constituency Dhupguri (SC), Madarhat (ST), Nagrakata (ST) Population 37,998 (2001[update]) Time zone IST (UTC+05:30) Area
• 80 metres (260 ft)
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• Telephone • +913563
Website jalpaiguri.gov.in/ Dhupguri (Bengali: ধুপগুড়ি) is a town, municipality in Jalpaiguri district in the state of West Bengal, India. It is one of the main business centre of Dooars area. Dhupguri municipality was established in 2001.[1]
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Geography
Dhupguri is located at 26°36′N 89°01′E / 26.60°N 89.02°E. It has an average elevation of 80 metres (262 feet).Itis a municipal town of the Jalpaiguri district.It is located just beside the foothill regions of north-eastern Himalayas.
Demographics
As of 2001[update] India census,[2] Dhupguri had a population of 37,998. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Dhupguri has an average literacy rate of 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 78% and, female literacy is 67%. In Dhupguri, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Rajbongshi
There is a Rajbongshi community surrounding of Dhupguri. The word Rajbongshi means literally "Royal community". They have a rich cultural heritage and their own language. The Koches called themselves "Kamateshwars" (the rulers of Kamata), but their influence and expansions were so extensive and far reaching that their kingdom is sometimes called the Koch Kingdom. Bhawaiya song is a popular musical form in North Bengal specially in Cooch Behar and Jalpaiguri dist. These type of songs sung by koch man to depict the will and woe of the common people.
Economy
Dhupguri is a small but growing and prosperous town in Jalpaiguri district. Agriculture is the backbone of economy. Paddy, jute, betel nut and vegetables are produced in large quantities in and around Dhupguri. Dhupguri is notable for its cultivation of Potato which is directly exported to states like Bihar, Assam and entire north eastern states of India. In recent years, international trade has also built up in this region. Potatoes of Dhupguri are now available in the markets of Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. The government regulated wholesale market has helped the farmers in Dhupguri to achieve their success in a big way and make a mark in the agriculture map of the state. The regulated market, locally known as Dhupguri Hut, established a decade back for the wholesale transactions of all agriculture products is the second largest in West Bengal.
Besides agriculture, small scale industries are also budding in this small town of Jalpaiguri district.
Transport
The town is well connected with roads and rail network, National highway no.31 is running across the middle of the city besides State highways connecting Siliguri and Coochbehar also passes over Dhupguri. However, passenger vehicles on roads are not much available once the sun sets.
Dhupguri Railway Station has unique distinction of providing connection to all parts of the country through passenger train service. Many long distance trains including superfast trains daily pass through Dhupguri station and provide link between north, west and southern parts of India with north eastern regions. The town is also connected by road to many parts of West Bengal.
Education
The only college in Dhupguri, Sukanta Mahavidyalaya, was established in 1981 with the departments of English, Bengali, History, Economics, Philosophy, Political Science, Physical education and Education. The College is affiliated to the North Bengal University, Siliguri. Notbale schools of this town are:
- Dhupguri Higher Secondary School PHONE: 03563-250089
This school is the oldest in the town, started in the year 1954. It offers 10+2 in science,arts,commerce and agriculture streams. Currently there are approximately 2500 students in the roll and about 45 teachers engage in teaching. Practical classes for science students are conducted in well-equipped and well-furnished laboratories. Although total intake for 10+2 courses is not restricted except science stream which has an intake of around 50 onlyy
- Bairatiguri Higher Secondary School
- Dhupguri Girls Higher Secondary School
- Divyajyoti High School
- Kalirhat D.C High School
- Dawkimari D.N High School
- Mallik Para Higher Secondery School
Places of interest
- There is a Vidyaashram, a self-sufficient village following the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi, near Dhupguri established by Dhirendra Nath Dasgupta.
- There are a couple of big clubs in the town named Madhyapara Young Sporting Club,Nabajiban Sangha, STS Club, Shanti Sangha and Dakshinayan Club,surhid sangha club and library which arranges spectacular Durga Puja & Kaali Puja, both very popular Bengali/Hindu Festivals in Bengal. Additionally these clubs organizes many cultural and sports activities throughout the year. Rabindra Jayanti is celebrated by many clubs including those mentioned above during birth anniversary of Rabindra Nath Tagore. Tarun Natya Sanstha, a popular drama club in the town is known for its drama performances, on social and cultural issues. Dhupguri is also a centre of Jatra (four side open drama) festival during winter.
- Mayer Sthan is the oldest holy temple.
- The Sonakhali Forest is also a place of tourism interest.
References
- ^ "Category, Year of Establishment, Area, SC, ST and total population in ULBs in West Bengal". Department of Municipal affairs, Government of West Bengal. http://wbdma.gov.in/pdf/b.pdf. Retrieved 2008-11-09.[dead link]
- ^ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 2004-06-16. http://web.archive.org/web/20040616075334/http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999. Retrieved 2008-11-01.
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