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[[Madhabdev]] college and Narayanpur Higher Secondery school are situated near Narayanpur which caters for the higher education needs of the local population. <ref>{{cite web| url=http://dheassam.gov.in/du-college-list.asp| title=List of colleges under Dibrugarh University}}</ref>. |
[[Madhabdev]] college and Narayanpur Higher Secondery school are situated near Narayanpur which caters for the higher education needs of the local population. <ref>{{cite web| url=http://dheassam.gov.in/du-college-list.asp| title=List of colleges under Dibrugarh University}}</ref>. |
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Many professionals from Narayanpur are working in different fields all over India and many other countries. Writers and poets from Narayanpur have significant contribution to the Assamese literature. |
Many professionals from Narayanpur are working in different fields all over India and many other countries. Writers and poets from Narayanpur have significant contribution to the Assamese literature. |
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Some more notable educational institutions are Dhalpur Higher Secondery school, Harmoti |
Some more notable educational institutions are Dhalpur Higher Secondery school, Harmoti Pichala High School, Namani Subansiri High School etc under the Narayanpur Development Circle area. |
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== References == |
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Revision as of 07:17, 12 August 2009
Narayanpur, Assam
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Narayanpur is a town located in Lakhimpur district of the north eastern Indian state Assam. It falls under Bihpuria assembly constituency and under Bihpuria Thana. Narayanpur is also the name of the development block.
Geographic Location
Narayanpur town is situated at the coordinates 26°59'47"N and 93°53'49"E [1]. It is about 54km to the west of the district headquarter North Lakhimpur. Nearby towns are- Bihpuria to the east, Bandardewa to the north and Gohpur to the west.
Connectivity
Narayanpur is connected by National Highway NH-52 to the district headquarters North Lakhimpur (about 54 km) and state capital Guwahati (about 337 km). Its is also connected by North East Frontier Railway to North Lakhimpur and Guwahati. Nearest Railway station is at Tatibahar (about 3 km). Nearest airport is Lilabari (IATA: IXI, ICAO: VELR) (about 58 km).
History
Narayanpur, originally known as Bor-Narayanpur (great Narayanpur) is a historical place since Ahom Kingdom. The Tai Khamtis, a tribe belonging to the great Tai race, migrated to Assam in the middle part of 18th century. They have their own script and a well developed language including innumerable literary works [2]. Many ancient idles of Hindu God-Goddesses were found in the different parts of Narayanpur. It proves the existence of highly civilized society in ancient times over this region. Some notable places are Arimora village, Kachua village, Dakuwa village, Latabari village, Banpuroi village, Shimaluguri village etc.
Participation in Indian Independence Movement
Narayanpur had a strong participation in Indian independence movement against British under leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. a few famous freedom fighters from this are- Late Thaneswar Gogoi (Harmoti village), Late Lilaram Bhuyan (Pichalaguri), Late Rajkhowa (Raidangia), Shri Madan Chandra Bhuyan (Charaidoloni).
Places of Interest
Letekupukhuri- the birth place of famous Vaishnav saint Mahapurush Madhabdev is about 15 km away from Narayanpur [3]. Magh Nuwa Dol- a temple dating back to AHOM kingdom era is about 7 km away from Narayanpur in Maghnowa village. Petuwa Gosani Than, is a historical Than or place of worship during AHOM kingdom is at Dholpur, nearly 7 km away from Narayanpur. Phulani Than, a popular Namghar (Vaishnav temple of Krishna worship) is in the Narayanpur center. Popular believe is that people get their wishes fulfilled when pray in this temple. Student's rush in the temple just before the school/college examination time is noteworthy. List of Satras established by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankar Dev is about 0.5 km and 1.5 km respectively from Narayanpur [4]. There are two big ancient ponds Radhapukhuri and Rangati pukhuri from ahom kingdom are located near Narayanpur.
Economy
Greater Narayanpur area has very fertile land suitable for agricultural production- mainly Rice, Maah (Lentil), Potato, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Tomatoes, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal and other vegetables. Different fruits like Banana, Berries, Mangoes, Coconuts, Tamol (Areca nuts) etc. are produced in abundance in the region. Fisheries play a significant role towards the socio-economic up-liftmen of the common people of Narayanpur development block [5]. Till recent times, Muga (Assam silk) production was quite common rural cottage industry. Narayanpur has a Muga silkworm seed production unit under Central Silk Board, with its Head Quarters at Guwahati [6]. However, the present condition of this seed farm does not seem to be very good.
Education
Narayanpur has many reputed schools and educational institutes that have produced many successful personalities in various fields like education, media, medicine, engineering, administrative services, defence services etc. Madhabdev college and Narayanpur Higher Secondery school are situated near Narayanpur which caters for the higher education needs of the local population. [7]. Many professionals from Narayanpur are working in different fields all over India and many other countries. Writers and poets from Narayanpur have significant contribution to the Assamese literature. Some more notable educational institutions are Dhalpur Higher Secondery school, Harmoti Pichala High School, Namani Subansiri High School etc under the Narayanpur Development Circle area.