Saradadevi, revered incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi and spiritual life partner of the sage Sri Ramakrishna Pramamhamsa, was born in 1853 AD in this small hamlet. It is said that after the birth of Saradadevi, known as Holy Mother, the land became very fertile and showed prosperity. This place has grown to a revered holy destination for the pilgrims from all over the world. This village has many temples and historical houses in which Saradadevi spent her childhood and the rest of life.
The serene big lake known as “Mother Tank” in this village is a source of irrigation, bathing and other purposes. People use this lake for refreshing themselves. Banerji’s Tank, also called 'Barunjjey Pukur', is another water tank in this village. This tank is surrounded by eye catching palmyra trees. The village offers great facilities for all the tourists who sojourn in this holy village.
It is a popular religious destination, set amidst lush green forests and an over all, very scenic and relaxing atmosphere and is easily reachable by road, which one can get from Bankura.