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Hamirpur
Himachal Pradesh, India
Hamirpur, town, west-central Himachal 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) 17,252; (2011) 17,604.
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