Hamirpur

Hamirpur

      town, west-central Himachal Pradesh (Himāchal Pradesh) state, northeastern India. It is situated about 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Bhakra Dam in the Himalayan-Sutlej basin and lies on the road from Mandi to Nadaun. The nearest railway station is Jwalamukhi Road. Several state colleges are in the town.

      The region around Hamirpur is mountainous and hilly. Agriculture is the principal means of livelihood; wheat, corn (maize), paddy rice, potatoes, vegetables, ginger, plums, peaches, and apricots are grown. Industries in the region include soapmaking, wood carving, leather working, silk weaving, fruit packing, and spinning. Pop. (2001) town, 17,252.

      town, southwestern Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. Hamirpur lies along the Yamuna River, south of Kanpur. Located at a road junction and near a major rail line, it is an agricultural trade centre. The town contains ruins dating from the 11th century. The region around Hamirpur is mostly level except for hills in the south. Crops include wheat, rice, millet, barley, cotton, and betel nut. Pop. (2001) 32,046.

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