Hathiya village located in Barsana police station area of
Mathura district is considered a thieves' area
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The residents of the village are known by the name 'Tatlu', which reflects their distinct identity.
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The people of Hathiya village are notorious for cheating outsiders. Doing business transactions here is like taking a risk
Here, any outsider must seek permission from the local police before entering the village – this has become a kind of security protocol.
:** A board has been put up outside the village clearly stating that entry without police permission can cause financial loss for you.
The villagers conspire to sell brass by claiming it to be a gold brick. They win the trust by showing a piece of real gold and then give the fake goods.
It is said that the people of this village go to different states of the country and commit fraud.