Tarapith is a Hindu Temple in Rampurhat subdivision of Birbhum district of West Bengal. It is also known as Tantric Temple. This Hindu temple is dedicated to the goddess Ma Tara. The distance between Tarapith and Rampurhat Junction Station is 8 km. Tarapith Temple is also known for a Saint named Sadhok Bama Khepa who was born in Atla Gram near the temple. His small hut is still there in Atla which is 5 km away from Tarapith Temple. His shrine is located in the vicinity of the temple in Birbhum. He was a great worshipper of Ma Tara who devoted his entire life to her service. He lived and meditated in the Cremation grounds near the temple. According to the legend, Ma Tara appeared in front of Bama Khapa in her ferocious form. Bama Khepa perfected Yoga and Tantric sadhana which resulted in his becoming the spiritual head of Tarapith. People came to him seeking blessings or cures for their illness, in distress, or just to meet him.
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