Amadpur Madana Gopala Temple, Radha Gobindo
Temple and Rajbari
Location: “522V+FQR Sat Deule, Bardh, Deule, West Bengal
713401”
Amadpur, a heritage village in West Bengal's Burdwan
district near Memari, features several historic temples, including
the Anandamoyee Kali Mata Temple, Shiva Mandirs, and the renowned Chaudhuris'
Durga Bari. While known for its zamindar-era history, the village
offers a peaceful rural setting with traditional Bengal architecture.
Amadpur is situated around 90 km
from Kolkata, near Memari in Purba Bardhaman district and is Rich in terracotta
temples, including Madana Gopala Temple, Radha Gobindo Temple and Bag Bari
(Mukherjee Bari).
The temple of Madan Gopal was built in 1137 as per Bengali
calendar which according to the Gregorian calendar dates back to 1730. The
foundation plaque at the top of the temple wall shows the dates in the Saka era
and as per the Bengali calendar. The idol of Gopal was made from wood of neem
tree. Daily worship is performed here. The principal festivals are Janmasthami and Dolyatra. The temple contains
panels of terracotta works of floral motifs and designs. A considerable amout
of terracotta works has survived the ages.
Inside the village along the gallies, there are numerous
other terracotta temples like Chandi Mandir, Shiva Temple, Shiv Mandir. Do
explore if you have time.
Amadpur rajbari cum homestay belongs to the
Choudhury Zamindars and is also known as Durga Bari. It is known for Durga
Puja. It is a vast expanse of property having mango gardens, small man made
lakes heritage buildings and old temples. Going by their history,they have
received their Zamindari directly from the Mughals. A part of their property is
being commercially used for boarders.
Very near to the Rajbari is the Radha Gobindo temple, which
is a beautifully carved Terracotta temple with much of it being renovated. We
just touched upon Amadpur, but we felt like staying here for a longer time and
feel the experience of belonging and the lovely peaceful environments around. The small town of Amadpur has a lot to offer,
many more hidden temples, beautiful small houses with ponds and beauty all
around.
How to reach
By Road: Amadpur is situated around 90 km
from Kolkata, near Memari in Purba Bardhaman district. A 2-hour drive from
Kolkata northwest via NH19 (formerly NH2). From Memari, follow the Memari
Tarakeshwar Road to Amadpur. The bus services operate in close proximity to the
Amadpur Junction railway station, serving as a hub for local commuting. Buses
connect the area with major nearby locations such as Suri and other parts of
the Birbhum district.
By Train: Take a Burdwan-bound local train from
Howrah Station and get off at Memari Station. E-rickshaws are available from
Memari station directly to the Amadpur Rajbari/Homestay.
By Air: Netaji
Subhas Bose Terminal is approximately 200–220 km away.
Famous Festival
Amadpur is famous for Durga Pujo of Chowdhury family. One can even rent
a homestay at the Chowdhury house and enjoy the amazing Festivity there.
Photography and Parking
There are no restrictions in photograpy anywhere.
Parking needs to be done in the gullies outside the temple or Rajbari,
on the sides of the roads. Normally there are no issues.