USNagar

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Udham Singh Nagar

Whereas on the one hand, Udham Singh Nagar (USNagar) is basically an industrial district and many industry related professions are prevalent here, it is perfect example of ‘Unity in Diversity’ for which India is so widely known, on the other hand different cultures, religions and life styles are blended in absolute harmony. The fertile land lends itself to different forms of agriculture giving  rise  to  agriculture related activities and industry making this land a green place which has resulted into prosperity all around. Pantnagar university is a leading temple of learning in the fields of agriculture and technology with one of the finest built university all around the world. This place has rare sight seeing as it is surrounded by  Kumaon Himalayas on one side and Nepal on the other (Tanakpur touches the Khatima border which is in Champawat district).NanakMatta dam, Dronasagar and many other places are worth visiting. Atariya mandir mela and Chaiti mandir mela is famous where one can find local folk activities and mingle with local culture and traditions.

In the past this land which is full of forest land was neglected till 1948 due to difficult climate. Marshy lands, extreme heat, rains which lasted months, a place full of wild animals, diseases and no means of transportation prevented the human race to form a colony here.

According to Historians, hundreds of years ago village Rudrapur was established by a devotee of lord Rudra or by Hindu tribal chief called Rudra, which has passed through phases of development to take the shape of city Rudrapur. The importance of Rudrapur has increased as it is the head quarter of district Udham Singh Nagar. During the reigns of mughal emperor Akbar this land  was handed  over   to  king Rudra Chandra  in 1588. The king established a permanent millitary camp to free tarai  from day today invasions. Totaly neglected village Rudrapur was filled with new colours and human activities. There is a saying that Rudrapur was named after king Rudra Chandra.

During the reigns of Britishers, Nainital was made a district and in 1864-65 the whole Tarai and Bhawar was put under “Tarai and Bhawar Government Act” which was governed directly by the British crown.

The history of development started with 1948, when the problem of partition brought refugee problem with it.  Immigrant from north west and eastern areas  were re-established  in 164.2 square km land area under “up nivesh yojana”. Personal dwellers were not allotted land in accordance with crown grant act. The first batch of immigrants came in December 1948.

People from Kashmir, Punjab, Kerala, Eastern UP, Garhwal, Kumaon, Bengal, Hariyana, Rajasthan, Nepal, and Naidu live in groups in this districts. This country is an example of unity in diversity with people from many religions and professions and so is this Tarai, which has its heart at Rudrapur. Due to this Tarai was named MINI HINDUSTAN.

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Places of Attraction

Atariya Temple
According to a folktale when king Rudra was passing through, his chariot got stuck into marshy land, so he decided to build a temple and well at that place. The present Atariya temple is the same  At a distance of 2 kms. from the bus stand and half a kilometre away from the Rudrapur-Haldwani motor route.

Paanch Mandir
Among the temples of Rudrapur the architecturally beautiful Laxmi-Narayan temple, commonly known as ‘Panch Mandir’, stands apart. The temple is the most striking monument in the town. It is called ‘Panch Mandir’ as there are 5 temples dedicated to different deities inside this temple complex.

The Laxmi Narayan Temple is constructed in the Shikhara style i.e. atop each shrine is a beautiful Shikhara having a Kalasha at the apex. The temple enshrines all the important Hindu Gods and Goddess. It attracts thousands of devotees on the day of Janmashtami, the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. A visit to Rudrapur is incomplete if one does not visit the Panch Mandir.

Kashipur
Kashipur was known as Govishan during the time of Harsha (606-647 AD). The ruins of a large settlement of those days are still seen near the city. Kashipur is named after Kashinath Adhikari, the founder of township and one of the officers of the Chand rulers of the Kumaon in the middle age. Girital and Drona Sagar are well known spots and are associated with the story of Pandvas. Today Kashipur is an important industrial township. The Chaiti mela is the best-known fair of Kashipur. In autumn and after monsoon one can see the snow clad peaks of Trishul and it’s surrounding.

Chaiti Devi
At a distance of 2.5 Kms from Kashipur bus stand on the Kashipur-Bazpur route, is situated the widely known temple of Chaiti Devi. Every year in the month of March during ‘Navratras’ a grand fair is held here and lakhs of pilgrims come here to worship the Goddess from various places.

Giri Sarovar
The enchanting Lake is situated at a distance of 2 Kms from Kashipur bus stand on the Kashipur-RamNagar  route and is ideal picnic spot. A tourist rest house and private hotels are available for night stay.

Nanak Matta
Situated at a distance of 56 km from Rudrapur on the Rudrapur- Tanakpur motor route, Nanak Matta is a great pilgrimage centre of Sikh religion. Guru Nanak visited this place. Thousands of pilgrims come here throughout the year. A tourist Rest House and Gurudwara are available for night stay. A big dam has been constructed on river Saryu at Nanak Matta. This is in itself a beautiful picnic spot where one can enjoy boating and fishing. The dam is situated at a distance of 56 Km from Udham Singh Nagar (Rudrapur). The serene lake water reflecting the clear sky is a breathtaking sight. Facilities for boating provide added attraction.Apart from Nanak Matta dam Haripura dam in Gardarpur, Tumariya dam at Kashipur, Sharda Sagar dam in Khatima, Dhaura dam at Kichha,Baur dam in Bajpur are famous for fishing and tourism. At Haripur dam a competition of boating is there every year

Pantnagar
Pantnagar is synonymous with Gobind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology. It is the first university in India to blend technology with agriculture. In 1949, the Radhakrishnan University Education Commission was set up to impart agricultural education by establishing rural universities. In 1954, it was decided by an Indo-American team led by Dr. K.R. Damle, the Vice President of ICAR, to establish a ‘Rural University’ on the land-grant pattern of USA. Thus the task of assisting Uttar Pradesh in setting up an agricultural. university was assigned to the University of Illinois. In 1960, the first agricultural university of India came into being, which was later named after pt. Govind Ballabh Pant, the former Chief Minister of UP. It is indeed a symbol of successful partnership between India and the United States of India. The university has pioneered revolution in agricultural education, research and extension. The impressive main campus is studded with all modern amenities. It has the area responsibillty for the entire Uttaranchal representing plains, Tarai, Bhabar and hill areas. However, to provide service to the hill region its other stations are situated at Ranichauri (Tehri district), Majhera (Nainital district) and at Lohaghat-Sui (Champawat district).

Khatima
The town of Khatima is set in an area of exceptional natural beauty in the eastern part of Udham Singh Nagar district. The town successfully combines the nuances of modern town life with the idyll of living close to nature. It is situated at a distance of 75 kilometres from Rudrapur towards Tanakpur.

The region surrounding Khatima is known as the Tharwat region of Tarai. As the name suggests, this region has been home to the Tharu tribe for centuries. They have a significant population in the villages near Khatima. The name Khatima seems to have been derived from ‘Khate Ma’, the Tharu words for ‘in the forest’.

Although the surrounding villages are predominantly inhabited by the Tharus, the town has a sizeable population of Punjabis who have migrated from Pakistan after the Partition of India in 1947. Later on, people have settled here from different regions of the country, adding a unique cultural flavour to the town.

The places to be visited in Khatima are the Banbasa Barrage, the Surai Forest Range and the Nanakmatta.

Banbasa Barrage
This barrage is built on the river Sharda and commands a very beautiful view of the lake formed by it. The rails laid down at the time of construction of this barrage and the locomotive which plied on these rails can be seen here. This age-old structure is bound to enthral the visitor and transport him back in time. Also located here is a small park where people can spend tranquil afternoons. Situated near the barrage is an old Dak Bungalow constructed by the Britishers in 1923. Today it is being maintained by Department of Irrigation. This Dak Bungalow offers a very beautiful view of the barrage and the surrounding areas.

Sitarganj
Sitarganj is a town of historic and religious importance in the Tarai region of Uttarakhand. It is situated on National Highway-74 towards Khatima, 50 kilometres from Rudrapur.

Sitarganj has a mixed population, with a majority of Punjabis. Most of them migrated from West Pakistan after the Partition of India in 1947. Under a rehabilitation programme, the Government of India allotted agricultural land here to the migrants. In those days, the Tarai belt was an inhospitable terrain consisting of marshlands and forests. Older generations of migrants recollect stories of wild animals roaming freely here. The diligence of the people of Sitarganj helped to convert this land into the lush green fields that greet the visitors today.

In recent times, the economy is shifting direction with a marked tilt towards industries. The Government of Uttarakhand has formed the State Industrial Development Corporation of Uttarakhand Limited (SIDCUL) here. Many entrepreneurs have set up industries in Sitarganj resulting in an industrial boom today.

Sitarganj is famous for Gurudwara Nanakmatta Sahib, a revered pilgrimage destination for the Sikh community. Guru Nanak Dev, the great saint who founded the Sikh religion, visited this place in the 16th century during one of the legendary journeys (Udasis) he undertook to spread the message of God.

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How To Reach

By Road
Udham Singh Nagar, Rudrapur is well connected to important towns and cities of the country.Regular Roadways buses as well as private taxis and luxury coaches run from Delhi, Agra, Dehradun, Haridwar, Lucknow, Kanpur & Bareilly & Other major cities daily.

By Train
The cities in Udham Singh Nagar are well connected by Railway network. The sub-urban areas are well connected by Rail track. Currently railway is undertaking measures to rejuvenate its facilities in this area. Trains  plying from Dehradoon to Kathgodam, Kathgodam to Hawra, Kathgodam to Delhi daily pass Rudrapur daily. Apart from this local trains run between Moradabad, Kashipur, Rudrapur, Lalkuan.

By Air
Airport at Pant Nagar, Phool Bagh is the only one situated in this region. This airport is 14 Kms from Rudrapur and about 40 Kms from Haldwani. Presently flights are there from Pant Nagar to New Delhi operated by Jagson Airlines.

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Hotels & Resorts

Hotel Krishna, Kashipur By-Pass Road, Rudrapur

Hotel Corbett Inn, D1-D2/13 Govind Road, Civil Lines, Rudrapur

Hotel Gangej, Near Chappan Bhog Restaurant, Kashipur Road, Rudrapur

Hotel Aman, Guru Nanak Complex, Veer Haqiqat Rai Marg, Rudrapur

Agarwal’s Hotel-N-Resorts, Model Colony, Kashipur Road, Rudrapur

Hotel K. K. & Restaurant, Indira Chauraha, Rudrapur – 263153

Hotel Kanchan Tara, 10, Kalyani view, Nainital Road, Rudrapur – 263153

Hotel Rudra Continental, Rudra Chowk, Kashipur bye pass Road, Rudrapur

Hotel Neelkanth, Near Agrawal Dharmshala, Kashipur bye pass road, Rudrapur

Mahima Resort, Infornt of City Nursing Home, Bazpur Road, Kashipur

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