Banderdewa
Banderdewa
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  Banderdewa Location in Assam, India  Banderdewa Banderdewa (India) | |
| Coordinates: 27°06′00″N 93°49′37″E / 27.100°N 93.827°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Assam |
| District | North Lakhimpur |
| Established | 25-01-1873 |
| Founded by | Baba Bajrang Nath |
| Named after | Lord Hanuman |
| Government | |
| • Body | State Government |
| Languages | |
| • Official | English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 784160 |
| Vehicle registration | AS |
| Coastline | 0 kilometres (0 mi) |
Banderdewa is a town in North Lakhimpur district, Assam, India.[1]
It is known for its vast electronic goods market and hotels. It has been a part of Assam for many years.[when?] It is a growing border settlement situated near the Dikrong River. It is well connected by road and railway, and the nearest railway station is Harmuti Junction railway station. The nearest airport is Lilabari (IXI).
Banderdewa's name is derived from a temple of Panchmukhi Balaji. It acts as a gateway to Arunachal Pradesh, and hence is also a 'check gate.' To enter into Assam doesn't require an ILP (Inner Line Permit).
Location
National Highway 52A starts at Banderdewa.
It is 31 kilometres (19 mi) from the capital of Itanagar.
References
- ^ "Eviction notice by Assam government irks residents of Banderdewa in Arunachal Pradesh | Papum Pare,Arunachal Pradesh". www.landconflictwatch.org. Retrieved 27 January 2025.