Kharupetia Town developed its name from “ KHARU ”. During thepre-independent period, the river Brahmaputra was flowing by this place and a steamer- Ghat was established at this position. A large bangle that said “ KHARU ” was dug out by some farmers at the Steamer- Ghat presently known as “ MELA- GHAT. Believed that this “ KHARU ” was left by some holy old lady or Goddess and this place took its present name from this word “ KHADRU ”. This Steamer Ghat was gradationally converted into the present “ KHARUPETIA ” After establishment Town Committee under the Municipal Act, it has been known as “ KHARUPETIA TOWN ”.