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	'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]].		'''Laxmangarh''' (official name: '''Lachhmangarh''')<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Lachhmangarh Municipality City Population Census 2011-2025 {{!}} Rajasthan \|url=https://www.census2011.co.in/data/town/800526-lachhmangarh-rajasthan.html \|access-date=2025-12-10 \|website=www.census2011.co.in}}</ref> is a town in the [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]].<ref>Nagar Palika Laxmangarh [https://lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/udh/nagar-palika-laxmangarh/en/home.html#] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200111153342/http://lsg.urban.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/udh/nagar-palika-laxmangarh/en/home.html.html\|date=11 January 2020}}। Retrieved on 25 June 2015.</ref> Laxmangarh is one of the largest city and tehsil of Sikar district.<ref>Current Affairs 2022 [https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Current_Affairs_2022_April_October_Usefu/Dp6TEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Laxmangarh-Economic+-Bharatpedia&pg=PT41&printsec=frontcover] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250717140252/https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Current_Affairs_2022_April_October_Usefu/Dp6TEAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Laxmangarh-Economic+-Bharatpedia&pg=PT41&printsec=frontcover%2A\|date=17 July 2025}}। Retrieved on 30 April 2022.</ref>

	==History==		==History==
	Laxmangarh was founded by Rao Raja ~~Lakshman~~ Singh of [[~~Sikar]~~], in ~~1805~~. He also built a fort there now called [[Laxmangarh Fort]].<ref>http://ccbsikar.com/About%20Sikar.htm</ref>		Laxmangarh was founded by [[Rao Raja]] [[Lachhman Singh of Sikar\|Laxman Singh]] of Sikar Laxmangarh in 1862,<ref>RAJASTHAN GK. 50 DISTRICTS \| ENGLISH MEDIUM: UPDATED EDITION 2024 [https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/RAJASTHAN_GK_50_DISTRICTS_ENGLISH_MEDIUM/DRAOEQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Laxmangarh-Geography+-Bharatpedia&pg=PA17&printsec=frontcover] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250717133124/https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/RAJASTHAN_GK_50_DISTRICTS_ENGLISH_MEDIUM/DRAOEQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Laxmangarh-Geography+-Bharatpedia&pg=PA17&printsec=frontcover\|date=17 July 2025}}। Retrieved on 25 June 2024.</ref> from whom it derives its name.<ref>History [https://laxmangarh.in/history] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250613184248/https://laxmangarh.in/history\|date=13 June 2025}}। Retrieved on 25 June 2022.</ref> The most prominent landmark is the Laxmangarh Fort, built by Raja Laxman Singh in the 19th century. The fort sits atop a hill and offers panoramic views of the town. As part of the Shekhawati region, Laxmangarh is renowned for its intricately painted havelis, constructed by wealthy merchants during the 18th and 19th centuries. These havelis showcase stunning fresco art and architecture, making the town an important cultural and historical site. Over time, Laxmangarh became a significant trade and commercial center, influencing its socio-economic growth. Among its notable attractions, the Laxmangarh Fort stands as a historic symbol, while the frescoed havelis, including the famous Podar Haveli, reflect the artistic heritage of Shekhawati. The Raghunathji Temple is another revered site, adding to the town's spiritual significance. Laxmangarh continues to preserve the grandeur of Shekhawati’s past, maintaining its importance as a historically rich and culturally vibrant town in Rajasthan in 1807.<ref name=":0">{{Cite book \|last=Jain \|first=kesharlal Ajmera \|url=https://archive.org/details/in.ernet.dli.2015.66091/ \|title=The Jaipur Album Or All About Jaipur \|date=1935 \|pages=50}}</ref> He also built a fort there, now called [[Laxmangarh Fort]] and there is also a clock tower here, right in the middle of the market.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{Cite web \|title=About Sikar \|url=http://ccbsikar.com/About%20Sikar.htm \|access-date=3 August 2024 \|website=www.ccbsikar.com}}</ref>
			[[File:Char_Chauk_ki_Haveli_Laxmangarh_(Lacchmangarh).jpg\|thumb\|alt=haveli of char chok\|Haveli of Char Chok]]

	==Geography==		==Geography==
	Laxmangarh is located ~~at {{Coord\|27.8225\|N\|75.025278\|E\|}}~~.<ref>[~~http~~://www.~~fallingrain~~.~~com~~/~~world~~/IN/24/Laxmangarh~~.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc~~ - Laxmangarh]{{~~dead link~~\|~~date~~=~~December 2017~~ \|~~bot~~=~~InternetArchiveBot \|fix-attempted=yes~~ }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft).		Laxmangarh is situated in the Sikar district of Rajasthan, India, approximately 30 km north of Sikar city and around 150 km from Jaipur, the state capital. The town is located in a semi-arid region, characterized by sandy plains and scattered hills.<ref>Analysis of Micro-regional Disparities in Rajasthan and Strategy for Development [https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Analysis_of_Micro_regional_Disparities_i/2dLsAAAAMAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&bsq=Laxmangarh-Geography+-Bharatpedia&dq=Laxmangarh-Geography+-Bharatpedia&printsec=frontcover] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250717134256/https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Analysis_of_Micro_regional_Disparities_i/2dLsAAAAMAAJ\|date=17 July 2025}}। Retrieved on 21 December 2009.</ref> It experiences an extreme climate, with hot summers from April to June, mild winters from December to February, and moderate monsoons from July to September. The region’s terrain consists of dry, arid land with occasional vegetation, making agriculture dependent on monsoon rains and irrigation systems. Its strategic location within the Shekhawati region has historically contributed to its development as a trade and cultural center.}.It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft).[[File:Laxmangarh_fort.jpg\|thumb\|alt=Fort Fort\|Laxmangarh Fort]]

			==Architectural and cultural heritage==
			Laxmangarh is famous for its fort and frescoed havelis, which attract history enthusiasts and tourists. Some of the most notable havelis include:

			Poddar Haveli – Known for its beautifully restored fresco paintings.

			Char Chowk Haveli – Featuring traditional Rajasthani architecture and artistic murals.

			Kedia Haveli – A heritage mansion with intricate carvings and paintings.

			Apart from its heritage structures, the town has religious sites like Raghunathji Temple, which is revered by locals and visitors alike.

			==Economic and social aspects==
			Historically, Laxmangarh was a bustling trade center due to its location on key trade routes. Today, it is a mix of traditional economy and modern development, with agriculture, local businesses, and educational institutions playing a crucial role. Many families from Laxmangarh have migrated to major cities in India and abroad, contributing to business and trade globally.

			The town is also a center for education, with several schools and colleges. Many students from the surrounding villages come to Laxmangarh for schooling.{{cn\|date=April 2025}}

			==Tourism and attraction==
			The Laxmangarh Fort, with its panoramic views and unique architectural style, is a major attraction.<ref>Art Culture and Heritage of Rajasthan Study Material With MCQ [https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Art_Culture_and_Heritage_of_Rajasthan_St/GWO-DwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&pg=PT123&printsec=frontcover] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250715101443/https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Art_Culture_and_Heritage_of_Rajasthan_St/GWO-DwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&pg=PT123&printsec=frontcover\|date=15 July 2025}}। Retrieved on 25 June 2022.</ref> The town is also close to other historical sites in Shekhawati, including Mandawa, Fatehpur, and Nawalgarh, making it a great stop for heritage tourism.<ref>Rajasthan [https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Rajasthan/4EtuAAAAMAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&bsq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&dq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&printsec=frontcover] {{Webarchive\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250717131214/https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/Rajasthan/4EtuAAAAMAAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&bsq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&dq=%22Laxmangarh%22+-Bharatpedia&printsec=frontcover\|date=17 July 2025}}। Retrieved on 3 September 2008.</ref>

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	'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]].		'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]].

			==History==
			Laxmangarh was founded by Rao Raja Lakshman Singh of [[Sikar]], in 1805. He also built a fort there now called [[Laxmangarh Fort]].<ref>http://ccbsikar.com/About%20Sikar.htm</ref>

	==Geography==		==Geography==
	Laxmangarh is located at {{Coord\|27.8225\|N\|75.025278\|E\|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Laxmangarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Laxmangarh]{{dead link\|date=December 2017 \|bot=InternetArchiveBot \|fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft).		Laxmangarh is located at {{Coord\|27.8225\|N\|75.025278\|E\|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Laxmangarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Laxmangarh]{{dead link\|date=December 2017 \|bot=InternetArchiveBot \|fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft).

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			'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]].
	'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India\|state]] in [[India]]. It is the sub-divisional [[headquarters]] of the Laxmangarh sub-division in Sikar district. It is also the [[Tehsil]] headquarters of the '''Laxmangarh''' Tehsil. It is situated on National Highway-52 at a distance of 30 km from Sikar in north.

	==Geography==		==Geography==
	Laxmangarh is located at {{Coord\|27.8225\|N\|75.025278\|E\|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Laxmangarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Laxmangarh]{{dead link\|date=December 2017 \|bot=InternetArchiveBot \|fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft)~~. The Laxmangarh Fort is the best monument of the town.~~		Laxmangarh is located at {{Coord\|27.8225\|N\|75.025278\|E\|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Laxmangarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Laxmangarh]{{dead link\|date=December 2017 \|bot=InternetArchiveBot \|fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft).

	~~==Demographics==~~
	As of 2011 India [[census]] Laxmangarh had a population of 41253. Males constitute 51.26% (41098) of the population and females 48.74% (40155). Laxmangarh has an average literacy rate of 72.70%, which is lower than the national average of 74.04%; male literacy is 83.74% and female literacy is 61.24%. In Laxmangarh, 13.85% (7394) of the population is younger than 6 years old.

	==References==		==References==

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'''Laxmangarh''' is a town in [[Sikar district]] of [[Rajasthan]] [[states of India|state]] in [[India]]. It is the sub-divisional [[headquarters]] of the Laxmangarh sub-division in Sikar district. It is also the [[Tehsil]] headquarters of the '''Laxmangarh''' Tehsil. It is situated on National Highway-52 at a distance of 30 km from Sikar in north.

==Geography==
Laxmangarh is located at {{Coord|27.8225|N|75.025278|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Laxmangarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Laxmangarh]{{dead link|date=December 2017 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> It has an average elevation of 222 metres (728 ft). The Laxmangarh Fort is the best monument of the town.

==Demographics==
As of 2011 India [[census]] Laxmangarh had a population of 41253. Males constitute 51.26% (41098) of the population and females 48.74% (40155). Laxmangarh has an average literacy rate of 72.70%, which is lower than the national average of 74.04%; male literacy is 83.74% and female literacy is 61.24%. In Laxmangarh, 13.85% (7394) of the population is younger than 6 years old.

==References==
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==External links==
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*[https://web.archive.org/web/20121005161012/http://sikar.nic.in/ Sikar district]

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