Barpeta (বৰপেটা) is a district in western Assam, India, in the Brahmaputra Valley. Its headquarters is Barpeta town. The district is known for its Vaishnavite religious heritage, particularly Barpeta Satra, associated with the saint Madhavdev and Assam’s satra tradition.
The population includes diverse linguistic and religious communities, with Assamese widely spoken. Agriculture, especially rice cultivation, supports many livelihoods, alongside fishing, trade and small businesses. Devotional music, dance and theatre remain important cultural expressions, and Doul Utsav is a prominent celebration. Barpeta Satra is a major religious and cultural landmark, while the district’s rivers and rural landscapes shape everyday life.
Recurring civic concerns include floods, riverbank erosion, drainage and reliable road connections. Residents also care about access to healthcare, quality schools, safe drinking water and sanitation. Agricultural support, employment opportunities and effective disaster preparedness are important priorities, alongside preserving cultural heritage and improving public services across towns and villages.