The boundless greatness of Tara Ma is widely recognized. As the second of the ten Mahavidyas, the goddesses of great wisdom, her divine power (Shakti) holds immense significance. Tara Ma's iconography is characterized by the "Mundamala" (garland of skulls), "Kharba" (sword), "Lambodori" (potbelly), "Bhisana" (fearsome appearance), "Byaghracharmabrata" (clad in tiger skin), "Nabayoubana" (ever-youthful), four arms ("Chaturbhuja"), and three eyes ("Trinayana"). She is depicted seated upon a white lotus, symbolizing purity and nature.

Sadhak Sri Sri Bamdev took birth in the village of Atla, situated approximately 2 kilometers from Tarapith. His father was Sarbananda Chattopadhyay. Many texts indicate his birthdate as the 12th of Falgun in the Bengali year 1244 (corresponding to 1837 CE), a day that coincided with Maha Shivratri. From a young age, he displayed deep concentration in his spiritual practices ("Sadhana") dedicated to Tara Ma.

Located in the small village of Tarapith in West Bengal, the current Tarapith Temple was established around 300 years ago, in the Bengali year 1225. Constructed in the distinctive "4 chala" style, the temple reaches a height of 64 feet. The architectural designs serve as evidence that, even during British rule, devotees preserved their cultural heritage.