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{{Infobox settlement | {{Infobox settlement | ||
| name | | name = Baran | ||
| native_name | | native_name = <!-- No native name as per [[WP:NOINDICSCRIPTS]] --> | ||
| settlement_type | | settlement_type = City | ||
| image_skyline | | image_skyline = Baran Rajasthan bhand devra bk.jpg | ||
| image_alt | | image_alt = Baran railway station board showing city name in different languages. | ||
| image_caption | | image_caption = Bhand Devra Temple | ||
| pushpin_map | | pushpin_map = India Rajasthan#India | ||
| pushpin_label_position | | pushpin_label_position = right | ||
| pushpin_map_alt | | pushpin_map_alt = Location in Rajasthan##Location in India | ||
| pushpin_map_caption | | pushpin_map_caption = Location in Rajasthan##Location in India | ||
| coordinates | | coordinates = {{coord|25.1|N|76.52|E|display=inline,title}} | ||
| subdivision_type | | subdivision_type = Country | ||
| subdivision_name | | subdivision_name = India | ||
| subdivision_type1 | | subdivision_type1 = [[States and territories of India|State]] | ||
| subdivision_name1 | | subdivision_name1 = [[Rajasthan]] | ||
| subdivision_type2 | | subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts of India|District]] | ||
| subdivision_name2 | | subdivision_name2 = [[Baran district|Baran]] | ||
| established_title | | established_title = <!-- Established --> | ||
| established_date | | established_date = | ||
| founder | | founder = | ||
| named_for | | named_for = | ||
| government_type | | government_type = | ||
| governing_body | | governing_body = | ||
| unit_pref | | unit_pref = Metric | ||
| area_footnotes | | area_footnotes = <ref name=census>{{cite web|title=District Census Handbook - Baran |url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/2011census/dchb/0830_PART_B_DCHB_BARAN.pdf|publisher=Census of India|access-date=19 January 2015|pages=11, 24|format=PDF}}</ref> | ||
| area_rank | | area_rank = | ||
| area_total_km2 | | area_total_km2 = 32 | ||
| elevation_footnotes | | elevation_footnotes = | ||
| elevation_m | | elevation_m = 262 | ||
| population_total | | population_total = 117992 | ||
| population_as_of | | population_as_of = 2011 | ||
| population_rank | | population_rank = | ||
| population_density_km2 | | population_density_km2 = auto | ||
| population_demonym | | population_demonym = | ||
| population_footnotes | | population_footnotes = | ||
| demographics_type1 | | demographics_type1 = Languages | ||
| demographics1_title1 | | demographics1_title1 = Official | ||
| demographics1_info1 | | demographics1_info1 = [[Hindi language|Hindi]] | ||
| timezone1 | | timezone1 = [[Indian Standard Time|IST]] | ||
| utc_offset1 | | utc_offset1 = +5:30 | ||
| postal_code_type | | postal_code_type = [[Postal Index Number|PIN]] | ||
| postal_code | | postal_code = 325205 | ||
| area_code_type | | area_code_type = Telephone code | ||
| area_code | | area_code = 07453 | ||
| registration_plate | | registration_plate = RJ-28 | ||
| website | | website = {{URL| http://baran.rajasthan.gov.in/}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
'''Baran''' is a city in [[Baran district]] of the Indian state of [[Rajasthan]]. It is a [[municipality]] and the district headquarters of Baran district,<ref name=census /><ref name=profile>{{cite web|url=http://www.baran.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/baran/en/home.html|title=Home|work=rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref> famous for its 11th century [[Bhand Devra Temple]] on banks of [[Ramgarh crater]]. It is | '''Baran''' is a city in [[Baran district]] of the Indian state of [[Rajasthan]]. It is a [[municipality]] and the district headquarters of Baran district,<ref name=census /><ref name=profile>{{cite web|url=http://www.baran.rajasthan.gov.in/content/raj/baran/en/home.html|title=Home|work=rajasthan.gov.in}}</ref> famous for its 11th century [[Bhand Devra Temple]] on banks of [[Ramgarh crater]]. It is 339 km from the state capital Jaipur near [[Kota, Rajasthan|Kota]] city. Three large rivers, [[Parban River|Parban]], [[Parbati River (Rajasthan)|Parbati]], and [[Kali Sindh River|Kalisindh]], flow through the district. | ||
Baran district has eight tehsils: [[Antah]], [[Atru]], Baran, [[Chhabra]], [[Chhipabarod]], Kishanganj, Mangrol, and Shahabad | Baran district has eight tehsils: [[Antah]], [[Atru]], Baran, [[Chhabra]], [[Chhipabarod]], Kishanganj, Mangrol, and Shahabad. | ||
==History== | ==History== | ||
The old name of Baran is Varah Nagari and Annapurna Nagari. During the Gupta Empire and later, it was under the rule of [[Yaudheya]] rulers and Tomar rulers, ruling from Baran kot in modern Bulandshahar in Uttar Pradesh. There's a caste called [[Baranwal]] descended from these rulers and their soldiers. By the 17th century, Mughals gained control over the city. The Shahabad Fort of Baran was built by the Mughals and even [[Aurangzeb]] visited the fort. It is a city located in southeastern Rajasthan, a state in northern India. Baran was one of the districts in the new joint Rajasthan, that was formed on April | The old name of Baran is Varah Nagari and Annapurna Nagari. During the Gupta Empire and later, it was under the rule of [[Yaudheya]] rulers and Tomar rulers, ruling from Baran kot in modern Bulandshahar in Uttar Pradesh. There's a caste called [[:simple:Baranwal#:~:text=The name of the caste,are now called Bais Rajputs.|Baranwal]] descended from these rulers and their soldiers. By the 17th century, Mughals gained control over the city. The Shahabad Fort of Baran was built by the Mughals and even [[Aurangzeb]] visited the fort. It is a city located in southeastern Rajasthan, a state in northern India. Baran was one of the districts in the new joint Rajasthan, that was formed on 10 April 1948. The district was named after Baran city. It is located about 300 kilometres south of the state capital, Jaipur.<ref name=profile /> | ||
==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
Baran is located at {{Coord|25.1|N|76.52|E|}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Baran.html|title=Maps, Weather, and Airports for Baran, India|work=fallingrain.com}}</ref> It has an average [[elevation]] of 262 metres (859 ft). It is surrounded by three Rivers Kalisindh, Parvati and [[Parban River|Parban]]. The city is situated on the [[border]] of [[Rajasthan]] and [[Madhya Pradesh]]. | Baran is located at {{Coord|25.1|N|76.52|E|}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Baran.html|title=Maps, Weather, and Airports for Baran, India|work=fallingrain.com}}</ref> It has an average [[elevation]] of 262 metres (859 ft). It is surrounded by three Rivers Kalisindh, Parvati and [[Parban River|Parban]]. The city is situated on the [[border]] of [[Rajasthan]] and [[Madhya Pradesh]]. | ||
==Climate== | ==Climate== | ||
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== Culture == | == Culture == | ||
As Rajasthan is well known for its culture and heritage, {{ | As Rajasthan is well known for its culture and heritage, {{Transliteration|hi|teej-tyohaar}} (festivals), {{Transliteration|hi|gangaur-gyaras}}, "Rang-Rangeelo Rajasthan", Baran is famous for its special carnival or fair named {{Transliteration|hi|Dol Mela}}, which is celebrated for 15 to 20 days after {{Transliteration|hi|Dol Gyaras}}. | ||
== Transport == | == Transport == | ||
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===Air=== | ===Air=== | ||
The nearest major airports are located at [[Jaipur International Airport]], [[Udaipur Airport]], and [[Jodhpur Airport]]. These airports connect Rajasthan with the major cities of India such as Delhi and Mumbai. | The nearest major airports are located at [[Jaipur International Airport]], [[Udaipur Airport]], and [[Jodhpur Airport]]. These airports connect Rajasthan with the major cities of India such as [[Delhi]] and [[Mumbai]]. | ||
==Tourism== | ==Tourism== | ||
Fort | '''Maa Bisoti Temple:''' Maa Bisoti Temple, located in Moondla Bisoti village, 17 km away from Baran District, is the center of faith of the devotees. | ||
'''Major Tourist Places in Baran:''' | |||
Ramgarh Mata Ji Mandir, Sorsan Mataji Mandir, Manihara Mahadev Mandir, Kakuni Mandir parishar, Sitabari, Ramgarh Bhand Devra Mandir, Kapil Dhara, Kanya Dah, Ramgarh Crater, Gugor Mata Mandir, Mama Bhanja Mandir, Shergarh Fort, Sorsan Wildlife Sanctuary, Nahargarh Fort, Shergarh Sanctuary, Shahbad Fort, Tapasvi Ji Ki Bagichi Shahbad, Gugaur Fort, Ascetic's Garden, Rajasthan. | |||
===Hadoti Panorama complex=== | ===Hadoti Panorama complex=== | ||
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==Cuisine== | ==Cuisine== | ||
Typical dishes include | Typical dishes include Dal Baati Churma, [[Roti]], Aloo Pudi and Kachori Samosas, Kheech. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
[[Chhabra]] | *[[Chhabra]] | ||
*[[Antah]] | |||
*[[Atru]] | |||
*[[Mangrol, Rajasthan|Mangrol]] | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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Baran | |
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 Bhand Devra Temple | |
  Baran Location in Rajasthan  Baran Location in India | |
| Coordinates: 25°06′N 76°31′E / 25.1°N 76.52°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| District | Baran |
| Area | |
| • Total | 32 km2 (12 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 262 m (860 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 117,992 |
| • Density | 3,700/km2 (9,500/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 325205 |
| Telephone code | 07453 |
| Vehicle registration | RJ-28 |
| Website | baran |
Baran is a city in Baran district of the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is a municipality and the district headquarters of Baran district,[1][2] famous for its 11th century Bhand Devra Temple on banks of Ramgarh crater. It is 339 km from the state capital Jaipur near Kota city. Three large rivers, Parban, Parbati, and Kalisindh, flow through the district.
Baran district has eight tehsils: Antah, Atru, Baran, Chhabra, Chhipabarod, Kishanganj, Mangrol, and Shahabad.
History[edit | edit source]
The old name of Baran is Varah Nagari and Annapurna Nagari. During the Gupta Empire and later, it was under the rule of Yaudheya rulers and Tomar rulers, ruling from Baran kot in modern Bulandshahar in Uttar Pradesh. There's a caste called Baranwal descended from these rulers and their soldiers. By the 17th century, Mughals gained control over the city. The Shahabad Fort of Baran was built by the Mughals and even Aurangzeb visited the fort. It is a city located in southeastern Rajasthan, a state in northern India. Baran was one of the districts in the new joint Rajasthan, that was formed on 10 April 1948. The district was named after Baran city. It is located about 300 kilometres south of the state capital, Jaipur.[2]
Geography[edit | edit source]
Baran is located at 25°06′N 76°31′E / 25.1°N 76.52°E.[3] It has an average elevation of 262 metres (859 ft). It is surrounded by three Rivers Kalisindh, Parvati and Parban. The city is situated on the border of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
Climate[edit | edit source]
The city has a dry climate except in the monsoon seasons. The winter season runs from mid of November to February and summer season runs from March to mid of June. The period from mid of June to September is the monsoon season followed by the months October to mid of November constitute the post-monsoon or the retreating monsoon. The average rainfall in the district is 895.2 mm. January is the coldest month with the average daily maximum temperature of 24.3 °C and the average daily minimum temperature of 10.6 °C.
Culture[edit | edit source]
As Rajasthan is well known for its culture and heritage, teej-tyohaar (festivals), gangaur-gyaras, "Rang-Rangeelo Rajasthan", Baran is famous for its special carnival or fair named Dol Mela, which is celebrated for 15 to 20 days after Dol Gyaras.
Transport[edit | edit source]
The city is connected with neighbouring districts and with major cities outside the state.
Road[edit | edit source]
National Highway No. 76 (now National Highway No. 27) passes through the district. National Highway No. 76 (now National Highway No. 27) is a part of East-West Corridor.
Train[edit | edit source]
Baran station is situated on Kota-Bina section of Western Central Railways. It is about 67 km from Kota Junction.
Air[edit | edit source]
The nearest major airports are located at Jaipur International Airport, Udaipur Airport, and Jodhpur Airport. These airports connect Rajasthan with the major cities of India such as Delhi and Mumbai.
Tourism[edit | edit source]
Maa Bisoti Temple: Maa Bisoti Temple, located in Moondla Bisoti village, 17 km away from Baran District, is the center of faith of the devotees.
Major Tourist Places in Baran:
Ramgarh Mata Ji Mandir, Sorsan Mataji Mandir, Manihara Mahadev Mandir, Kakuni Mandir parishar, Sitabari, Ramgarh Bhand Devra Mandir, Kapil Dhara, Kanya Dah, Ramgarh Crater, Gugor Mata Mandir, Mama Bhanja Mandir, Shergarh Fort, Sorsan Wildlife Sanctuary, Nahargarh Fort, Shergarh Sanctuary, Shahbad Fort, Tapasvi Ji Ki Bagichi Shahbad, Gugaur Fort, Ascetic's Garden, Rajasthan.
Hadoti Panorama complex[edit | edit source]
Hadoti Panorama complex has been built in village Gajanpura near to Baran, to showcase the history of Hadoti. Red stones of Mount Banshipur of Karauli and White stones of Bundi are used as building material. Jharokha and Chatri are built by craftsman from Karauli. History and contribution in development of four districts Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar and Baran will be displayed. District's historical places like Kakoni, Bilasgarh, Bhand-Devra, Gargach Temple and Forts of Hadoti, will be showcased. In compound hall thematic audio and video are availed to the public.[4]
Cuisine[edit | edit source]
Typical dishes include Dal Baati Churma, Roti, Aloo Pudi and Kachori Samosas, Kheech.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "District Census Handbook - Baran" (PDF). Census of India. pp. 11, 24. Retrieved 19 January 2015.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Home". rajasthan.gov.in.
- ↑ "Maps, Weather, and Airports for Baran, India". fallingrain.com.
- ↑ News Network, Bhaskar (9 July 2018). "हाड़ौती का वैभव देखना है तो बारां आइए...पैनोरमा तैयार, इसी माह से डिस्प्ले". www.bhaskar.com.