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Labhpur
Labhpur is a town in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is home to Fullaratala, one of the 51 Shakti Pithas and Dhatridebata, the birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay.
Labhpur at a Glance
Why Labhpur?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Fullara
- Dhatridebata
- Hansuli Bank
Labhpur at a Glance
Essential travel information to understand Labhpur before planning your visit.
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Places to Visit
- Fullara: One of the 51 Shakti Pithas. According to mythology, when Lord Shiva danced around with Goddess Shakti's dead body cutting it to pieces, the lip fell at Fullara, Labhpur.
- Dhatridebata: The birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay, converted into a museum.
- Hansuli Bank: The picturesque confluence of the Kopai River and the Bakreshwar River. The beauty of the area inspired Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay to write Hansuli Banker Upakatha (The Tale of Hansuli Turn), which was later adapted into a movie by Tapan Sinha.
Things to Do
- Dhatridebata: The birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay, converted into a museum.
- Fullara: One of the 51 Shakti Pithas. According to mythology, when Lord Shiva danced around with Goddess Shakti's dead body cutting it to pieces, the lip fell at Fullara, Labhpur.
- Hansuli Bank: The picturesque confluence of the Kopai River and the Bakreshwar River. The beauty of the area inspired Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay to write Hansuli Banker Upakatha (The Tale of Hansuli Turn), which was later adapted into a movie by Tapan Sinha.
Sightseeing Places
- Fullara: One of the 51 Shakti Pithas. According to mythology, when Lord Shiva danced around with Goddess Shakti's dead body cutting it to pieces, the lip fell at Fullara, Labhpur.
- Dhatridebata: The birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay, converted into a museum.
- Hansuli Bank: The picturesque confluence of the Kopai River and the Bakreshwar River. The beauty of the area inspired Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay to write Hansuli Banker Upakatha (The Tale of Hansuli Turn), which was later adapted into a movie by Tapan Sinha.
Places That Define Labhpur
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Fullara
One of the 51 Shakti Pithas. According to mythology, when Lord Shiva danced around with Goddess Shakti's dead body cutting it to pieces, the lip fell at Fullara, Labhpur.
Dhatridebata
The birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay, converted into a museum.
Hansuli Bank
The picturesque confluence of the Kopai River and the Bakreshwar River. The beauty of the area inspired Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay to write Hansuli Banker Upakatha (The Tale of Hansuli Turn), which was later adapted into a movie by Tapan Sinha.
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Plan Your Way
- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 63 km from Labhpur.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Labpur railway station, about 2 km from central Labhpur.
- By Road: Labhpur is about 30 km from Santiniketan, 15 km from Nanoor via Kirnahar by road.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Labhpur (Apr, May, Jun) averages 25–34°C with about 111 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Labhpur (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–32°C with about 323 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Labhpur (Oct, Nov) averages 20–30°C with about 72 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Labhpur (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 13–25°C with about 0 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 25°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Planning Guide
- Overview: Labhpur is a town in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is home to Fullaratala, one of the 51 Shakti Pithas and Dhatridebata, the birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay.
- Best Way To Explore: You can walk or take a rickshaw, which can be a cycle rickshaw, an auto-rickshaw (auto) or an electric rickshaw (toto). Sometimes, if you want to really explore you can just hop on to a cycle van rickshaw.
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Significance
Labhpur is a town in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is home to Fullaratala, one of the 51 Shakti Pithas and Dhatridebata, the birthplace of Bengali novelist Tarasankar Bandyopadhyay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Labhpur is most comfortable in January, February, March, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is June (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
The nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport (RDP), about 63 km away. The nearest railway station is Labpur railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Fullara, Dhatridebata and Hansuli Bank.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 24°C to 35°C over the year, with about 1507 mm of rain in total.
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