Sarbhog
Sarbhog {IPA:ˈsə(r)ˌbɒg} (also spelt as Sorbhog) is a town and a town area committee in Barpeta district in the Indian state of Assam. It is located on the banks of river Beki and is known for the century-old temple of lord Krishna known as "Gorokhiya Gohainr Than" where thousands of pilgrims visit on auspicious occasions to have a glimpse of this holy place. Sorbhog is well connected by roads and trains to all the surrounding areas. The National Highway 31 connects Sorbhog with the rest of India.
Sarbhog | |
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Sarbhog Location in Assam, India Sarbhog Sarbhog (India) | |
| Coordinates: 26.491°N 90.888°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Assam |
| District | Barpeta |
| Government | |
| • Body | Sarbhog Town Committee |
| Elevation | 50 m (160 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 7,553 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Assamese |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 781317 |
| Vehicle registration | AS-15 |
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