It is near to the border of the state of Himachal Pradesh.This place is known for proximity to Pong Dam and was mainly populated during the construction of the same.

Prominent personalities include Mr. Sanjay Choudhary of Datarpur.

It is also called Mini Chandigarh for its cleanliness, a rock/rose garden and infrastructure.

It is situated about 22 km from the Hindu temple of Mata Chinta-Poorni darbar (in Himanchal Pradesh).

It is a town located at the fringes of Shivalik range of mountains.