Draft:Churaibari

Churaibari is a census village situated on the border of the Indian states of Tripura and Assam. It is located in the Kadamtala RD block of North Tripura district in Tripura, and partially extends into the Patharkandi subdivision of Karimganj district in Assam. Churaibari is strategically important as it serves as the primary road entry point into Tripura via National Highway 8 (NH-08), which connects the state to the rest of mainland India. Churaibari is approximately 180 Km from the state capital Agartala and 2,300 km from the national capital Delhi

Churaibari
Census village
Churaibari Location in Tripura, India Churaibari Churaibari (India)
Coordinates: 24.0683°N 92.2246°E / 24.0683; 92.2246
Country	India
State	Tripura
District	North Tripura
Block	Kadamtala
Government
• Type	Gram Panchayat
• Body	Churaibari Gram Panchayat
Population  (2011)
• Total	16,540
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN	799262
Vehicle registration	TR-05 XX YYYY

Geography

Churaibari lies in northeastern India, surrounded by hilly forests. The village is positioned along National Highway 8 (NH-08), which connects the capital city of Agartala in Tripura to Guwahati in Assam. It marks the northern edge of Tripura, acting as a gateway between the two states.

Transport

Churaibari serves as a key transportation hub between the states of Tripura and Assam, owing to its location on the vital National Highway 8 (NH-08). This highway connects Tripura’s capital Agartala with major cities like Guwahati and the rest of mainland India. All road traffic entering or exiting Tripura by land must pass through Churaibari, making it a strategic transit point for both passenger and freight transport.

The Churaibari railway station, located within Tripura, provides rail connectivity to nearby towns such as Dharmanagar, and connects further to stations in Assam. It lies on the broad-gauge railway line that links Tripura with Assam and other parts of northeastern India.

Public and private bus services are also available, connecting Churaibari to major urban centers such as Agartala, Dharmanagar, Silchar, Kumarghat, Karimganj, and Guwahati.

Interstate Checkpost

Churaibari hosts a significant interstate checkpost operated by the governments of Tripura and Assam. It serves multiple purposes:

• Checking commercial vehicles for goods and tax compliance
• Preventing illegal transportation of timber, narcotics, and unlicensed products
• Collecting entry taxes and enforcing state transport laws

Security and regulation are handled by:

• Tripura and Assam Police
• Transport and Excise departments
• Forest officials

Economy

The economy of Churaibari is shaped largely by its location along a major interstate route. It supports:

• Roadside businesses such as eateries, vehicle repair shops, and lodges
• Local trade in agricultural and forest produce
• Employment in logistics, transport agencies, and state enforcement services

Development

Infrastructure improvements in and around Churaibari include:

• Widening of NH-08 into a four-lane highway to handle increasing traffic
• Proposals for modernizing checkpost infrastructure
• Plans for installation of surveillance cameras and weighbridges

Challenges

Churaibari, despite its importance, faces several issues:

• Chronic traffic congestion due to slow processing at checkposts
• Lack of urban infrastructure such as drainage, sanitation, and healthcare
• Enforcement challenges in curbing smuggling and regulatory evasion

Demographics

According to the 2011 Census of India, Churaibari is home to a mixed population of ethnic groups, including Bengalis, Tripuris, and Manipuris. Major languages spoken include Bengali, Kokborok, and Assamese. Hinduism and Islam are the predominant religions.

See also

• Dharmanagar
• Karimganj district
• National Highway 8 (India)
• North Tripura district
• Kadamtala Block
• Tripura–Assam border

References

Category:Villages in North Tripura district Category:Geography of Tripura Category:Checkposts in India Category:Transport in Tripura