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Tufanganj is a town and a municipality of
Cooch Behar district Cooch Behar district (), also known as Koch Bihar district, is one of the List of districts of West Bengal, 23 districts of the state of West Bengal in India. The district is the part of Jalpaiguri division, Jalpaiguri Division. Cooch Behar ci ...
in the
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. It is the headquarters of the Tufanganj subdivision.


Civic administration


Police station

Tufanganj police station has jurisdiction over Tufanganj municipal area and Tufanganj I CD block.


CD block HQ

The headquarters of the Tufanganj I CD block are located at Tufanganj town.


Culture

Tufanganj is rich in Bengali culture. There is an old Community Hall where various cultural programs happens throughout the year. It is one of the centers for
Bhawaiya Bhawaiya is a musical form or a popular folk music that originated in Northern Bengal, especially the Rangpur Division in Bangladesh, Cooch Behar district of West Bengal, India, and the undivided Goalpara district of Assam, India. It has rec ...
song and dance. Durga Puja is celebrated in a grand way here. Tufanganj Devibari Durga Puja is the oldest Durga Puja in Tufanganj. Tufanganj Madan Mohan Bari Temple is famous for devotees.


Dol Mela

Tufanganj has a long-standing tradition of organizing the Dol Mela during
Dol Purnima Dol Purnima, also popularly known as Dol Jatra, Dola Jatra, Doul Utsav or Deul, is a Hindu swing festival celebrated during the Holi festival of Assam, Bengal, Braj region, Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan, and Tripura. This festival is dedicated to ...
, celebrated in the March-April season. This fair lasts for 14-15 days. Madan Mohan/
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worshiped during these days.


Demographics

As per 2011 Census of India Tufanganj had a total population of 20,998 of which 10,684 (51%) were males and 10,314 (49%) were females. Population in the age range 0–6 years was 1,619. The total number of literate persons in Tufanganj was 17,727 (91.48% of the population over 6 years). India
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, Tufanganj had a population of 19,293. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Tufanganj has an average literacy rate of 82%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 86%, and female literacy is 77%. In Tufanganj, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.


Education


Colleges

Tufanganj Mahavidyalaya was established in 1971. Affiliated with the Cooch Behar Panchanan Barma University, it offers honours courses in Bengali, English,
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, philosophy, History, geography, Political science,, Economics, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry and general courses in arts, science and commerce. Tufanganj Government Polytechnic is a Diploma in Engineering Institute, which was established in 2014. Affiliated to WBSCTE. Civil,
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and Survey are the main domains. It is located in Chamta, Tufanganj. For learning technical working skills and experience, Tufanganj Government ITI here.


Schools


CBSE

* JAWAHAR NAVODAYA VIDYALAYA


CISCE

*Sister Nivedita Convent School


WBBSE

* Nripendra Narayan Memorial High School / Tufanganj NNM High School * Tufanganj Andaranfulbari Harirdham High School * Tufanganj Angadevi Girls' High School * Tufanganj Iladevi Girls' High School * Tufanganj Newtown Netaji Vidyalaya (H.S) * Tufanganj Vivekananda Vidyalaya


Geography

The river Raidak flows beside the town to the east. According to the ''District Census Handbook 2011, Koch Bihar'', Tufanganj covered an area of 2.49 km2.


Area overview

The map alongside shows the eastern part of the district. In Tufanganj subdivision, 6.97% of the population lives in the urban areas and 93.02% in rural areas. In Dinhata subdivision 5.98% of the population lives in the urban areas and 94.02% lives in the urban areas. The entire district forms the flat
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flood plains of mighty rivers. Note: The map alongside presents some of the notable locations in the subdivisions. All places marked in the map are linked in the larger full screen map.


Municipal Area

Tufanganj Municipality was established in 1983 and is located near the
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border, making it a vital administrative and cultural hub in the
Cooch Behar District Cooch Behar district (), also known as Koch Bihar district, is one of the List of districts of West Bengal, 23 districts of the state of West Bengal in India. The district is the part of Jalpaiguri division, Jalpaiguri Division. Cooch Behar ci ...
of
West Bengal West Bengal (; Bengali language, Bengali: , , abbr. WB) is a States and union territories of India, state in the East India, eastern portion of India. It is situated along the Bay of Bengal, along with a population of over 91 million inhabi ...
. Comprising 12 wards, the municipality is known for fostering a good lifestyle and well-being for its residents. With a strong focus on culture and community, it provides efficient services that contribute to the overall development of the area. The municipality's dedication to maintaining infrastructure, sanitation, and public amenities ensures a high standard of living for its people.


Healthcare

Tufanganj Subdivisional Hospital functions with 100 beds and Tufanganj Mental Hospital has 30 beds. Tufanganj Mental Hospital is one of the biggest and finest mental hospital in North Bengal. Tufanganj has also a veterinary hospital.


Sports

Outdoor competitions are organized by the Tufanganj Municipality. The town has one outdoor stadium that is maintained by Sub-divisional Sports Association and one national level swimming pool. The youth, Krishnakata Sarkar from Harirhat in Tufanganj has represented India in the World Amateur Bodybuilding Championships (65 kg and below) organised by the
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(IFBB).Krishna Kanta, whose father Dharani was a day labourer, became Mr India in 2007. Now, he is after the biggest crown in the world as part of a 17-member team from India. A member of the Bengal cricket team, Shib Sankar Paul, a right arm medium bowler of a tall and bulky frame and debuted in the 2000/01 season. A regular in the Indian A side, he was part of India's Test squad for the 4th Test against Australia in 2004/05. Shib Sankar Paul Paul was an integral part of the Bengal line up during his long and illustrious career. Paul now has his own cricket academy and is also the coach of Barisha Sporting Club in the Bengal club circle...


Transport

Tufanganj has two bus stands. The New Tufanganj Bus Stand, located near Kalibari, is the primary transportation hub, offering services from NBSTC ( North Bengal State Transport Corporation) to various destinations in Cooch Behar district and
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. The Old Tufanganj Bus Stand, though less modern, still serves local commuters with basic facilities and provides connections to nearby towns and some long-distance routes like Siliguri. Both bus stands ensure vital connectivity for the town and surrounding areas. Tufanganj Railway Station is located in the Cooch Behar district of West Bengal, India, on the New Cooch Behar - Golakganj section. It is a small railway station that serves as an important connectivity point for the local population, connecting Tufanganj with major towns and cities in the region. The station falls under the jurisdiction of the
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(NFR). It is primarily used by passengers traveling along this route, with regular services catering to both short-distance and long-distance travel. The station is equipped with basic facilities, including platforms, waiting areas, and ticketing services. Tufanganj plays a vital role in facilitating transportation in the region, especially for those heading towards New Cooch Behar or crossing into neighboring Assam. Tufanganj is well-connected to several airports in the region. The nearest is Cooch Behar Airport, about 30 km away, offering limited domestic flights to Kolkata. Additionally, Rupsi Airport in Assam, approximately 50 km away, provides domestic flights, primarily connecting to
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Kolkata Kolkata, also known as Calcutta ( its official name until 2001), is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of West Bengal. It lies on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, west of the border with Bangladesh. It is the primary ...
. These airports provide essential air travel options for Tufanganj and the surrounding areas.


Notable people

* Abbasuddin Ahmed (Bhawaiya Singer) * Ananta Saha (Cricketer) * Shib Sankar Paul (Cricketer)


References

{{Municipalities of West Bengal


External links


Tufanganj Mahavidyalaya
Cities and towns in Cooch Behar district