Mama Bhagne Hills

Mama Bhagne Hills, also known as Mama Bhagne Pahar, is a granite hillock formation on the outskirts of Dubrajpur town in Birbhum district, West Bengal. Comprising large balancing boulders and rocky outcrops considered an eastern extension of the Chota Nagpur Plateau, the site is notable for its unusual natural rock formations, panoramic views of the surrounding plains, and a small Shiva temple at its base linked to local folklore about a maternal uncle and nephew.

Visitors can expect a low granite hillock landscape with huge rounded and balancing boulders, rocky slopes and flat hilltop viewpoints overlooking Dubrajpur town and surrounding plains. A small Shiva temple is located at the foothill, with steps and rocky paths leading to the top. The area is open and natural with sparse vegetation, suitable for short treks, photography and viewing the distinctive rock formations.

Geologically, Mama Bhagne Hills are ancient granite outcrops formed by volcanic activity and regarded as the easternmost extension of the Chota Nagpur Plateau. Local folklore gives the hills their name from a story of a maternal uncle (Mama) and nephew (Bhagne) associated with the precariously balanced boulders.

The hills hold local cultural significance due to the Mama-Bhagne folklore and a Shiva temple at the base where devotees offer prayers, especially during Maha Shivratri. It is a well-known picnic and leisure spot for residents of Birbhum and surrounding districts.