Narayanpur
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Narayanpur is a town located in Lakhimpur district
of the north eastern India
n state Assam
. It falls under Bihpuria
constituency of Assam Legislative Assembly and under Narayanpur Police Station. Narayanpur is also the name of the development block.
. Nearby towns are- Bihpuria to the east, Bandardewa to the north and Gohpur
to the west.
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
(about 58 km).
Kingdom. Narayanpur was earlier known as Bor-Nararayanpur. It was extended up to the Kolabari region of Sonitpur district. Various history writers had different views regarding the origin of the place as well as the origin of its name. Archeologist Raja Ram Mohan Roy
in this book “The background of Assamese Culture”, has described Narayanpur as a temporary capital of the Kalita King Satyanarayan. According to J. P. Wade, “Narayanpur is thirty miles in length and fifteen miles in breadth. This district is situated on the bank of Pichala river and Colabari of Zokai chook.” (An Account of Assam, Page no 35) Some others have the view that Koch King Naranarayan used this place as a garrison, that’s why the name became Narayanpur. 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.
History says that Narayanpur was a part of Bor-Asom. But this place had been continuously in influence of Aryan Culture. In the prehistoric era, Narayanpur was believed to be ruled by Ban Roja.
Many ancient idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses were found in the different parts of Narayanpur. It proves the existence of highly civilized society in ancient times in this region.
.
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).
Letekupukhuri - the birth place of famous Vaishnav saint Mahapurush Madhabdev is about 15 km from Narayanpur.
Maghnowa Doul- a temple dating back to AHOM kingdom era is about 7 km 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 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.
List of Satras established by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankar Dev is about 0.5 km and 1.5 km respectively from Narayanpur.
There are two big ancient ponds Radhapukhuri and Rangati pukhuri from ahom kingdom are located near Narayanpur.
Madhabdev Thaan (Leteku Pukhuri)
Madhabdev Thaan is located at the Letekupukhuri village near Borbali. It is the birthplace of Madhabdev (1489 AD). There are two big thaans adjacent to each other. Followers of both these thaans demand it to be the birthplace of Madhabdev.
The thaans have a huge collection of holy books, ancient manuscripts and cultural heritages.
Maghnoa Doul
Maghnoa Doul is located at the Phulbari village and also known as Phulbari Doul. This is situated at the East side of the Pichola River and at the bank of Maghnoa Beel. Once upon a time it was a major place of worshiping Kali (Goddess of Power) and a pilgrimage place. Several Ahom Kings are also known to have visited the place. During the Maan invasion the idol was kept hidden but was never returned to the Doul. It was established at the oresent location at Bor Kalika Thaan near Dholpur.
The Doul has a boundary wall of about 5 feet height. The main Doul is about 75 feet in height. Inside the Doul is the Bulani Ghar where the idol was used to be kept. The inside wall contains various sculptures. But due to the negligence of the Government as well as the local people, most of the idols and valuable items had been stolen already. Recently the Archeological Department has done a repairing work to the Doul.
Khamti Village and Bapuchang
In 1843, the British controlled the Khamti Revolution in Sadia and settled few Khamti people at Narayanpur. They established this Buddha temple at Barkhamti. The Khamti village will be extensively discussed in the next section of this project. Its worthwhile to mention that this village contains some the Khamtis which are only left to a few thousand in number. The people are Buddhist by religion and have a rich cultural heritage.
The religious temple of the Khamtis is called the Bapuchang. It is same as the Buddhist temple or Buddha Bihar found among the Buddhist communities around the world. It is somewhat different from the normal Khamti houses. The raised platform is made of wood and the roof is made of thresh. The outer architecture resembles to the Buddhist temples of Myanmar. Buddha idols are kept inside the Bapuchang and it is regarded as a very holy place.
Deotola
The ancient idol of the Maghnoa Doul was hidden in a pond suring the Maan invasion. The idol was later recovered from Gavoru Beel of Kherajkhat. As the idol was later established at the Bor-Kalaika Thaan, this place become known as Deotola (Deo- God, Tola- to lift). This place is at 8 KM distance from Narayanpur.
Petua-Gosani Thaan
It has taken a long time for the British to take the control of the Lakhimpur region after they invaded Assam. This than was an old place of worshiping Kaali Goddess and was discovered by the British. It is located near Dholpur at Ganakdalani. The goddess of this is called Kesaikhaiti. In earlier times the Daphala people from Arunachal Pradesh used to come here for pilgrimage. Still, Durga puja is celebrated at this than regularly.
Belaguri Satra
This Satra was established in 1618 originally in Majuli Island- where the two great guru and disciples Sri Sri Sankardev and Sri Sri Madhabdev met each other for the first time. This Satra was transferred to Narayanpur and settled at Jorabari revenue village in 1947 AD. This Satra is very well known among the people of Assam. The “Chaali” dance of form is a famous traditional dance of Assam.
Bodula Satra and Phulani Than
This Satra was established in Narayanpur by Badala Padma Ataa in 1636 AD who was a great follower of Mahapurush Madhabdev. It is said that Padma Ataa got the responsibility of the upper Assam under Madhabdev and established the Satra at the land of Jamadagni. Once upon a time this Satra was the center for the Baishnavism. Badala Padma Ataa was next to Sankardev and Madhabdev who took the great responsibility after the demise of these two holy figures. The Satra has a rich collection of ancient manuscripts.
The Phulani thaan was also established by Badala Atta in 1555 saka. This is an important religious place and a large no of followers visit this thaan annually.
Bishnu Balikunchi Satra
It is situated at the Dakua village, 8 KM away from Nagpur. The disciple of Kal Sanghati guru Bhabanipuria Atta, Sri Sri Anirudhadev was born at Dakua village near Narayanpur in 1553 AD. He established this Satra with the help of Bhabapuria Ataa in 1602 AD. Aniruddhadev died in this Satra. He was the holy person who turned the Moran and Motok people into Baishanivism.
Radha Pukhuri
Radhapukhuri Tank is situated at the Sawkuchi village near Narayanpur. It was constructed by the King Lakhminarayan in between 1400-1500 AD in the name of his wife ‘Radha’. Some scholars also argue that it was constructed by Queen Sarbeswari. But the construction work ended in halfway and hence it was named as Adhapukhuri (Adha means half) which eventually changed to Radhapukhuri.
Presently this tank is used for fish breeding and cultivation by the Fisheries Department, Government of Assam.
Bhatoukuchi Thaan
Bhatoukuci Thaan is located at Kathani village near Dholpur. This was established by Keshabsaran Bhatoukuchia Ataa. According to Kathagurucharit he was born in 1605 and died in 1665. This thaan is still functioning in full fledge.
Akadohia Pukhuri
This big pond is situated at the Kachua village near Dholpur. A holy Brahmin guru called Akadoshi used to live near the pond and henece this name became famous. Bhatoukuci Thaan is located at Kathani village near Dholpur. This was established by Keshabsaran Bhatoukuchia Ataa. According to Kathagurucharit he was born in 1605 and died in 1665. This thaan is still functioning in full fledge.
Gohai-Kamal Ali
The Koch Kingdom was established at the early part of 16th century. This kingdom was extended from Kortuaa River to Bornodi. Kochbihar (now in West Bengal) was made the capital of the kingdom and this road was made to fight with the Ahoms.
Ahotguri Satra
This satra is situated at Borbali Samua Gaon. It was established by Sri Ram Ata in 1683. Most of the disciples are Brahmin. The ancient manuscript of this Satra got spoiled during the flood in 1987. At present it has a collection of manuscripts by Sankardev Thakur Ataa and Sri Ram Ataa.
Other attractions
Narayanpur is the birthplace of twelve holy gurus of Assam and hence regarded as a very holy place. It was the center of [Vaishnavism] during the era of [Madhabdev]. Apart from the religious and geographical attractions mentioned so far, it has an entire gamut of other attractions which have the full potential to become a tourist destination. Some of such attractions are Govind Mandir of Nepali people, Sakrahi Thaan, Dahgharia Satra, Sialmara Satra, Dharamgarh Ashram, Homora Thaan, Deberapar Satra etc.
The government of Assam has announced in 2006 the construction of Sri Sri Madhabdev Kalakshetra at Badala Sattra at Narayanpur and the foundation stone has been laid down near Narayanpur. The Chief Minister of Assam, Tarun Gogoi, laid the foundation Stone of the Kalakshetra. This would become an important institution for the Assamese culture and tradition. This will be of same style like the Sankardev Kalakshetra at Guwahati
.
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.
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. However, the present condition of this seed farm does not seem to be very good.
Madhabdev College and Narayanpur Higher Secondery school are situated near Narayanpur which caters for the higher education needs of the local population.
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 notable educational institutions are Dhalpur Higher Secondery school, Harmoti Pichala High School, Namani Subansiri High School, Pichala National Academy etc. There are a couple of IT institutes like EKRIT, APTECH in Narayanpur. There is a pre school and High School from EKRIT Groups called Ekrit Academy.
Lakhimpur district
Lakhimpur is an administrative district in the state of Assam in India. The district headquarters are located at North Lakhimpur.- History :...
of the north eastern India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
n state Assam
Assam
Assam , also, rarely, Assam Valley and formerly the Assam Province , is a northeastern state of India and is one of the most culturally and geographically distinct regions of the country...
. It falls under Bihpuria
Bihpuria
Bihpuria is a town and a town area committee in Lakhimpur district in the state of Assam, India.-Geography:Bihpuria is located at . It has an average elevation of .-Demographics:...
constituency of Assam Legislative Assembly and under Narayanpur Police Station. Narayanpur is also the name of the development block.
Geographic Location
Narayanpur is a small town, situated at the coordinates 26°59'47"N and 93°53'49"E. It is about 54 km to the west of the district headquarter North LakhimpurNorth Lakhimpur
North Lakhimpur is a city in India and a municipal board in Lakhimpur district in the North Eastern state Assam, about north east of Guwahati...
. Nearby towns are- Bihpuria to the east, Bandardewa to the north and Gohpur
Gohpur
Gohpur is a town and a town area committee in Sonitpur district in the Indian state of Assam.It is one of the famous historic places of Assam where the famous freedom fighter Kanaklata Barua born.-Geography:...
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
Lilabari Airport
Lilabari Airport is located in the Lakhimpur district in the state of Assam, India. It also serves the state of Arunachal Pradesh.-Airlines and destinations:-External links:commonscat*...
(about 58 km).
History
Narayanpur, originally known as Bor-Narayanpur (great Narayanpur) is a historical place since AhomAhom kingdom
The Ahom Kingdom was a medieval kingdom in the Brahmaputra valley in Assam that maintained its sovereignty for nearly 600 years and successfully resisted Mughal expansion in North-East India...
Kingdom. Narayanpur was earlier known as Bor-Nararayanpur. It was extended up to the Kolabari region of Sonitpur district. Various history writers had different views regarding the origin of the place as well as the origin of its name. Archeologist Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ram Mohan Roy
Raja Ram Mohan Roy was an Indian religious, social, and educational reformer who challenged traditional Hindu culture and indicated the lines of progress for Indian society under British rule. He is sometimes called the father of modern India...
in this book “The background of Assamese Culture”, has described Narayanpur as a temporary capital of the Kalita King Satyanarayan. According to J. P. Wade, “Narayanpur is thirty miles in length and fifteen miles in breadth. This district is situated on the bank of Pichala river and Colabari of Zokai chook.” (An Account of Assam, Page no 35) Some others have the view that Koch King Naranarayan used this place as a garrison, that’s why the name became Narayanpur. The Tai
Tai
Tai may refer to:*Tai peoples*Tai languages*Tai , a Chinese surname*Mount Tai, in Shandong, China*Lake Tai, on the border of the Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, China...
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.
History says that Narayanpur was a part of Bor-Asom. But this place had been continuously in influence of Aryan Culture. In the prehistoric era, Narayanpur was believed to be ruled by Ban Roja.
Many ancient idols of Hindu Gods and Goddesses were found in the different parts of Narayanpur. It proves the existence of highly civilized society in ancient times in this region.
Participation in Indian Independence Movement
Narayanpur had a strong participation in Indian independence movement against British under leadership of Mahatma GandhiMahatma Gandhi
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi , pronounced . 2 October 1869 – 30 January 1948) was the pre-eminent political and ideological leader of India during the Indian independence movement...
.
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
It is the birthplace of several Baishnava gurus like Madhabdev, Haridev, Anirudhadev, Badala Padma Atta etc., Belaguri Sattra, Badala Sattra, Phulani Thaan, Bishnubalikuchi, Dahgharia Sattra, Budha Bapuchang, Maghnowa Dol, Gohaikamal Ali, Radhapukhuri, Burhaburhi Pukhuri, Rangati Pukhuri, Pichala Nadi are some of the important historical places situated at Narayanpur.Letekupukhuri - the birth place of famous Vaishnav saint Mahapurush Madhabdev is about 15 km from Narayanpur.
Maghnowa Doul- a temple dating back to AHOM kingdom era is about 7 km 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 from Narayanpur.
Phulani Than, a popular Namghar
Namghar
Namghar is a social rendezvous used for various spiritual activities such as common prayer, Bhaona used by Assamese peopleVaishnavite Hindus in Assam.The Vaishnavites are devotees of Lord Krishna who assemble in namghars regularly to offer prayers...
(Vaishnav temple of Krishna
Krishna
Krishna is a central figure of Hinduism and is traditionally attributed the authorship of the Bhagavad Gita. He is the supreme Being and considered in some monotheistic traditions as an Avatar of Vishnu...
worship) is in the Narayanpur center. Popular believe is that people get their wishes fulfilled when pray in this temple.
List of Satras established by Mahapurush Srimanta Sankar Dev is about 0.5 km and 1.5 km respectively from Narayanpur.
There are two big ancient ponds Radhapukhuri and Rangati pukhuri from ahom kingdom are located near Narayanpur.
Madhabdev Thaan (Leteku Pukhuri)
Madhabdev Thaan is located at the Letekupukhuri village near Borbali. It is the birthplace of Madhabdev (1489 AD). There are two big thaans adjacent to each other. Followers of both these thaans demand it to be the birthplace of Madhabdev.
The thaans have a huge collection of holy books, ancient manuscripts and cultural heritages.
Maghnoa Doul
Maghnoa Doul is located at the Phulbari village and also known as Phulbari Doul. This is situated at the East side of the Pichola River and at the bank of Maghnoa Beel. Once upon a time it was a major place of worshiping Kali (Goddess of Power) and a pilgrimage place. Several Ahom Kings are also known to have visited the place. During the Maan invasion the idol was kept hidden but was never returned to the Doul. It was established at the oresent location at Bor Kalika Thaan near Dholpur.
The Doul has a boundary wall of about 5 feet height. The main Doul is about 75 feet in height. Inside the Doul is the Bulani Ghar where the idol was used to be kept. The inside wall contains various sculptures. But due to the negligence of the Government as well as the local people, most of the idols and valuable items had been stolen already. Recently the Archeological Department has done a repairing work to the Doul.
Khamti Village and Bapuchang
In 1843, the British controlled the Khamti Revolution in Sadia and settled few Khamti people at Narayanpur. They established this Buddha temple at Barkhamti. The Khamti village will be extensively discussed in the next section of this project. Its worthwhile to mention that this village contains some the Khamtis which are only left to a few thousand in number. The people are Buddhist by religion and have a rich cultural heritage.
The religious temple of the Khamtis is called the Bapuchang. It is same as the Buddhist temple or Buddha Bihar found among the Buddhist communities around the world. It is somewhat different from the normal Khamti houses. The raised platform is made of wood and the roof is made of thresh. The outer architecture resembles to the Buddhist temples of Myanmar. Buddha idols are kept inside the Bapuchang and it is regarded as a very holy place.
Deotola
The ancient idol of the Maghnoa Doul was hidden in a pond suring the Maan invasion. The idol was later recovered from Gavoru Beel of Kherajkhat. As the idol was later established at the Bor-Kalaika Thaan, this place become known as Deotola (Deo- God, Tola- to lift). This place is at 8 KM distance from Narayanpur.
Petua-Gosani Thaan
It has taken a long time for the British to take the control of the Lakhimpur region after they invaded Assam. This than was an old place of worshiping Kaali Goddess and was discovered by the British. It is located near Dholpur at Ganakdalani. The goddess of this is called Kesaikhaiti. In earlier times the Daphala people from Arunachal Pradesh used to come here for pilgrimage. Still, Durga puja is celebrated at this than regularly.
Belaguri Satra
This Satra was established in 1618 originally in Majuli Island- where the two great guru and disciples Sri Sri Sankardev and Sri Sri Madhabdev met each other for the first time. This Satra was transferred to Narayanpur and settled at Jorabari revenue village in 1947 AD. This Satra is very well known among the people of Assam. The “Chaali” dance of form is a famous traditional dance of Assam.
Bodula Satra and Phulani Than
This Satra was established in Narayanpur by Badala Padma Ataa in 1636 AD who was a great follower of Mahapurush Madhabdev. It is said that Padma Ataa got the responsibility of the upper Assam under Madhabdev and established the Satra at the land of Jamadagni. Once upon a time this Satra was the center for the Baishnavism. Badala Padma Ataa was next to Sankardev and Madhabdev who took the great responsibility after the demise of these two holy figures. The Satra has a rich collection of ancient manuscripts.
The Phulani thaan was also established by Badala Atta in 1555 saka. This is an important religious place and a large no of followers visit this thaan annually.
Bishnu Balikunchi Satra
It is situated at the Dakua village, 8 KM away from Nagpur. The disciple of Kal Sanghati guru Bhabanipuria Atta, Sri Sri Anirudhadev was born at Dakua village near Narayanpur in 1553 AD. He established this Satra with the help of Bhabapuria Ataa in 1602 AD. Aniruddhadev died in this Satra. He was the holy person who turned the Moran and Motok people into Baishanivism.
Radha Pukhuri
Radhapukhuri Tank is situated at the Sawkuchi village near Narayanpur. It was constructed by the King Lakhminarayan in between 1400-1500 AD in the name of his wife ‘Radha’. Some scholars also argue that it was constructed by Queen Sarbeswari. But the construction work ended in halfway and hence it was named as Adhapukhuri (Adha means half) which eventually changed to Radhapukhuri.
Presently this tank is used for fish breeding and cultivation by the Fisheries Department, Government of Assam.
Bhatoukuchi Thaan
Bhatoukuci Thaan is located at Kathani village near Dholpur. This was established by Keshabsaran Bhatoukuchia Ataa. According to Kathagurucharit he was born in 1605 and died in 1665. This thaan is still functioning in full fledge.
Akadohia Pukhuri
This big pond is situated at the Kachua village near Dholpur. A holy Brahmin guru called Akadoshi used to live near the pond and henece this name became famous. Bhatoukuci Thaan is located at Kathani village near Dholpur. This was established by Keshabsaran Bhatoukuchia Ataa. According to Kathagurucharit he was born in 1605 and died in 1665. This thaan is still functioning in full fledge.
Gohai-Kamal Ali
The Koch Kingdom was established at the early part of 16th century. This kingdom was extended from Kortuaa River to Bornodi. Kochbihar (now in West Bengal) was made the capital of the kingdom and this road was made to fight with the Ahoms.
Ahotguri Satra
This satra is situated at Borbali Samua Gaon. It was established by Sri Ram Ata in 1683. Most of the disciples are Brahmin. The ancient manuscript of this Satra got spoiled during the flood in 1987. At present it has a collection of manuscripts by Sankardev Thakur Ataa and Sri Ram Ataa.
Other attractions
Narayanpur is the birthplace of twelve holy gurus of Assam and hence regarded as a very holy place. It was the center of [Vaishnavism] during the era of [Madhabdev]. Apart from the religious and geographical attractions mentioned so far, it has an entire gamut of other attractions which have the full potential to become a tourist destination. Some of such attractions are Govind Mandir of Nepali people, Sakrahi Thaan, Dahgharia Satra, Sialmara Satra, Dharamgarh Ashram, Homora Thaan, Deberapar Satra etc.
The government of Assam has announced in 2006 the construction of Sri Sri Madhabdev Kalakshetra at Badala Sattra at Narayanpur and the foundation stone has been laid down near Narayanpur. The Chief Minister of Assam, Tarun Gogoi, laid the foundation Stone of the Kalakshetra. This would become an important institution for the Assamese culture and tradition. This will be of same style like the Sankardev Kalakshetra at Guwahati
Guwahati
Guwahati, Pragjyotishpura in ancient Assam formerly known as Gauhati is a metropolis,the largest city of Assam in India and ancient urban area in North East India, with a population of 963,429. It is also the largest metropolitan area in north-eastern India...
.
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.
Till recent times, Muga
Muga
The Muga is a river in Catalonia which rises in the Alberes mountains of the eastern Pyrenees and enters the sea at the Gulf of Roses.The river is 58 km long with its source below the summit of Montnegre...
(Assam silk
Assam Silk
Assam silk denotes the three major types of indigenous wild silks produced in Assam—golden Muga, white Pat and warm Eri silk. The Assam silk industry, now centered in Sualkuchi, is a labor intensive industry.-Muga 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. 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.
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 notable educational institutions are Dhalpur Higher Secondery school, Harmoti Pichala High School, Namani Subansiri High School, Pichala National Academy etc. There are a couple of IT institutes like EKRIT, APTECH in Narayanpur. There is a pre school and High School from EKRIT Groups called Ekrit Academy.