Rangpur facts for kids

Rangpur is a name that can mean a few different things! It's used for a type of fruit and also for several places in different countries.

What is Rangpur?

Rangpur can refer to a special kind of citrus fruit. It looks a bit like a small orange or mandarin.

Rangpur Fruit

The Rangpur fruit is a citrus fruit. It is sometimes called a "mandarin lime" because it's thought to be a mix between a mandarin orange and a lemon. It has a sour taste, similar to a lime or lemon, and is often used to make drinks or flavor food.

Places Named Rangpur

Many places around the world share the name Rangpur. These places are found in different countries, mainly in South Asia.

Rangpur in India

There are two main places called Rangpur in India:

• Rangpur, Gujarat: This is a village located in the state of Gujarat, India.
• Rangpur (Ahom capital): This was once a very important city. It was the capital city of the Ahom Kingdom. The Ahom Kingdom was a powerful kingdom that ruled parts of what is now Assam, India, for many centuries. Today, this historical site is known as Sibsagar town in Assam.

Rangpur in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has a whole area and a city named Rangpur:

• Rangpur Division: This is one of the eight main administrative areas, or "divisions," in Bangladesh. It's a large region with many cities and towns.
• Rangpur District: Inside the Rangpur Division, there is a smaller area called Rangpur District.
• Rangpur, Bangladesh: This is the main city and administrative center of the Rangpur District. It's a busy place where many people live and work.

Rangpur in Pakistan

• Rangpur, Punjab: This is a village located in the Punjab province of Pakistan.