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'''Mahuva''' is a [[town]] and [[Tehsil|taluka]] of [[Bhavnagar District]], in the state of [[Gujarat]], [[India]]. Located on the coast of the [[Arabian Sea]], Mahuva is known for its mild weather and green, lush surroundings, including many coconut tree plantations. The town is a part of the [[Saurashtra (region)|Saurashtra]] region and is known as the [[Kashmir]] of Saurashtra.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Mahuva is also known for wooden toys, raw onions, groundnuts, and a local variety of mango called the Jamadar. The region is home to a thriving [[agribusiness]] industry, particularly enterprises that dehydrate vegetables such as garlic and onions for use in processed foods.
'''Mahuva''' is a town and [[Tehsil|taluka]] of [[Bhavnagar District]], Gujarat, India. Located on the coast of the [[Arabian Sea]], Mahuva has mild weather and surroundings that include many coconut plantations. The town is a part of the [[Saurashtra (region)|Saurashtra]] region and is known as the [[Kashmir]] of Saurashtra.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mahuva Beach |url=https://www.gujarattourism.com/saurashtra/bhavnagar/mahuva-beach.html |access-date=2024-08-17 |website=gujrattourism |language=en}}</ref> The region is home to a thriving [[agribusiness]] industry, particularly enterprises that dehydrate vegetables such as garlic and onions for use in processed foods. Mahuva is the only city known for producing the unique and flavourful Jamadar mangoes.
 
[[File:BAPS Mandir Mahuva.jpg|thumb|BAPS Mandir Mahuva.jpg]]
 
== History ==
{{unreferenced section|date=October 2024}}
Mowa (Mahuva) was a petty princely state, comprising solely the village, in the [[Halar]] ''[[prant]]'' of [[Kathiawar]]. It was ruled by [[Jhala]] [[Rajput]] Chieftains.
 
Mowa had a population of 247 in 1901, yielding a state revenue of 3,322 Rupees (1903-4, mostly from land) and a paying a tribute of 158 Rupees, to the British and [[Junagadh State]].


==Geography==
==Geography==
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==Climate==
==Climate==
{{Weather box
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|Jan high C = 23
| Jan record high C = 38.1
|Feb high C = 19
| Feb record high C = 41.1
|Mar high C = 26
| Mar record high C = 42.8
|Apr high C = 33
| Apr record high C = 45.0
|May high C = 30
| May record high C = 45.9
|Jun high C = 27
| Jun record high C = 41.2
|Jul high C = 22
| Jul record high C = 39.0
|Aug high C = 29
| Aug record high C = 37.3
|Sep high C = 28
| Sep record high C = 40.0
|Oct high C = 31
| Oct record high C = 42.0
|Nov high C = 28
| Nov record high C = 39.7
|Dec high C = 22
| Dec record high C = 36.6
 
|year record high C =
|Jan low C = 13
| Jan high C = 29.8
|Feb low C = 13
| Feb high C = 32.2
|Mar low C = 13
| Mar high C = 35.1
|Apr low C = 14
| Apr high C = 36.2
|May low C = 19
| May high C = 36.5
|Jun low C = 22
| Jun high C = 34.3
|Jul low C = 22
| Jul high C = 31.7
|Aug low C = 22
| Aug high C = 30.7
|Sep low C = 22
| Sep high C = 31.8
|Oct low C = 24
| Oct high C = 34.7
|Nov low C = 20
| Nov high C = 33.7
|Dec low C = 16
| Dec high C = 30.9
 
|year high C = 33.1
|source = [http://www.worldweatheronline.com/Mahuva-weather-averages/Gujarat/IN.aspx World Weather Online]
| Jan low C = 12.7
|date=July 2014
| Feb low C = 15.0
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| Mar low C = 18.5
| Apr low C = 22.3
| May low C = 25.1
| Jun low C = 26.9
| Jul low C = 25.6
| Aug low C = 24.7
| Sep low C = 23.9
| Oct low C = 22.1
| Nov low C = 17.8
| Dec low C = 14.5
|year low C = 20.8
| Jan record low C = 5.9
| Feb record low C = 4.9
| Mar record low C = 10.9
| Apr record low C = 13.4
| May record low C = 14.7
| Jun record low C = 16.6
| Jul record low C = 18.4
| Aug record low C = 18.3
| Sep record low C = 16.4
| Oct record low C = 12.8
| Nov record low C = 12.7
| Dec record low C = 5.0
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| rain colour = green
| Jan rain mm = 0.1
| Feb rain mm = 0.0
| Mar rain mm = 0.0
| Apr rain mm = 0.4
| May rain mm = 0.0
| Jun rain mm = 123.3
| Jul rain mm = 234.5
| Aug rain mm = 192.5
| Sep rain mm = 128.2
| Oct rain mm = 35.7
| Nov rain mm = 2.4
| Dec rain mm = 1.1
|year rain mm = 718.4
| Jan rain days = 0.0
| Feb rain days = 0.0
| Mar rain days = 0.0
| Apr rain days = 0.2
| May rain days = 0.0
| Jun rain days = 5.3
| Jul rain days = 11.9
| Aug rain days = 11.7
| Sep rain days = 6.4
| Oct rain days = 1.2
| Nov rain days = 0.2
| Dec rain days = 0.2
|year rain days = 37.2
|time day = 17:30 [[Indian Standard Time|IST]]
| Jan humidity = 40
| Feb humidity = 37
| Mar humidity = 38
| Apr humidity = 48
| May humidity = 57
| Jun humidity = 68
| Jul humidity = 78
| Aug humidity = 81
| Sep humidity = 76
| Oct humidity = 59
| Nov humidity = 48
| Dec humidity = 44
|year humidity = 57
|source 1 = [[India Meteorological Department]]<ref>{{cite web
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| title = Climatological Tables of Observatories in India 1991-2020
| publisher = [[India Meteorological Department]]
| access-date = April 8, 2024
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==Demographics==
==Demographics==
According to the [[2011 Census of India]],<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |title=Archived copy |website=www.censusindia.gov.in |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924121658/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |archive-date=24 September 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref> Mahuva subdistrict had a population of 452,011; the town of Mahuva had a population of approximately {{lakh|1.5}}, composed of about 90,000 males and 60,000 females. There were a total of 27,607 households. Most residents of Mahuva are Hindus and Muslims; a smaller number are Jains and Christians.
According to the [[2011 Census of India]],<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |title=Census of India: Search Details |website=www.censusindia.gov.in |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924121658/http://www.censusindia.gov.in/pca/SearchDetails.aspx?Id=547398 |archive-date=24 September 2015 |url-status=dead}}</ref> Mahuva subdistrict had a population of 452,011; the town of Mahuva had a population of approximately {{lakh|1.5}}, composed of about 90,000 males and 60,000 females. There were a total of 27,607 households. Most residents of Mahuva are Hindus and Muslims; a smaller number are Jains and Christians.


==Economy==
==Economy==


The local economy of Mahuva is primarily based on the [[agriculture|agricultural]] produce market and industries. The Mahuva [[Agricultural Produce Market Committee]] (APMC) was established in 1858.
The local economy of Mahuva is primarily based on the agricultural produce market and industries. The Mahuva [[Agricultural Produce Market Committee]] (APMC) was established in 1858.{{citation needed|date=October 2024}}


Mahuva and its surrounding villages are known for their onion production. The Mahuva market yard is the second largest onion trading centre in India after [[Lasalgaon]], [[Maharashtra]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} It is spread across 38&ndash;40 acres of land. The region is the largest producer of [[white onion]]s and the second-largest producer of [[red onion]]s in the country.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Therefore, onion is the largest trading commodity in Mahuva APMC. Mahuva is a large hub for onion processing and exporting, with over 120 large-scale [[food drying|dehydration]] plants. Onions from Mahuva Market are transported to many regions of India.
Mahuva and its surrounding villages produce onions. The Mahuva market yard is the second largest onion trading centre in India after [[Lasalgaon]], Maharashtra.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2018-11-24 |title=In a first, Gujarat onion traders & producers start private APMC |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/market/commodities-in-a-first-gujarat-onion-traders-producers-start-private-apmc-1391990/ |access-date=2024-08-17 |website=Financialexpress |language=en}}</ref> It is famous for its good-quality red onions. Mahuva has the biggest onion market in Gujarat, so people also call it the onion capital of the state. It is spread across 38&ndash;40 acres of land. The region is the largest producer of [[white onion]]s and the second-largest producer of [[red onion]]s in the country.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} Onion is the largest trading commodity in Mahuva APMC. Mahuva is a large hub for onion processing and exporting, with over 120 large-scale [[food drying|dehydration]] plants.{{citation needed|date=October 2024}}


[[Peanut]]s, [[cotton]] and [[coconut]]s are also major trading commodities of this market. It is the only APMC of the state where coconuts are officially traded.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} [[Cotton gin]]ning is also conducted in the region. There are many small and large [[poultry]] farms in Mahuva, including an [[emu]] farm. The Jamadar mango and Ramfal are special varieties of fruit found in Mahuva. Mahuva is the only place in Gujarat where specialized irrigation systems are needed to control [[soil salinity]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}}


[[Port Pipavav|Pipavav Port]] is a fast-growing seaport located nearby, and India's first private sector port situated in [[Rajula]]. [[Reliance Naval and Engineering Limited]], one of India's largest [[shipbuilding]] and [[heavy industry]] companies, operates out of the port.
Peanuts, cotton and coconuts are also major trading commodities,{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}} and [[cotton gin]]ning is conducted in the region.
 
[[Port Pipavav|Pipavav Port]] is a fast-growing seaport located nearby, and India's first private sector port situated in [[Rajula]]. [[Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited]], one of India's largest shipbuilding and heavy industry companies, operates out of the port.


There are many [[diamond cutting|diamond cutting and polishing]] centres with ties to overseas markets. Some are working for [[diamantaires]] in [[Surat]].
There are many [[diamond cutting|diamond cutting and polishing]] centres with ties to overseas markets. Some are working for [[diamantaires]] in [[Surat]].


Mahuva is also known for wooden toys and other wooden handicrafts.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}}
==Healthcare==
 
Mahuva has two hospitals: Sadbhavana Hospital on the outskirts of Mahuva near Vadali, and ''Hanumant Trust Hospital'' on the bypass road, which was developed as a multi-specialty hospital.
A recent surge in the growth of food processing industries, rope manufacturing units, cold storage chains and diamond polishing centres in Mahuva region has increased employment in the region.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}}
One more is maa maternity home is very good hospital for laproscopy operation, delivery, etc...
 
Mahuva has two hospitals. ''Sadbhavana Hospital'' was recently approved to be upgraded from Municipal Hospital status to Civil Hospital, and is undergoing improvements to reflect the change in status. It is located on the outskirts of Mahuva near Vadali. [[Kanubhai Kalsariya]] was a pioneering doctor from the hospital. ''Hanumant Trust Hospital'' is a second hospital situated on the bypass road, which was developed as a multi-specialty hospital.
 
There are also private clinics, many within [[nursing home]]s, offering a variety of services, including physicians, paediatricians, ophthalmologists, orthopaedic surgeons, general surgeons, gynecologists, anesthesiologists, pathologists, dentists, and physiotherapists. Mahuva taluka's main crop is onion, cotton and groundnuts, Mahuva is the biggest producer of dehydrated onion and garlic in India and its contribution is 90% of all India dehydrated vegetables export.also mahuva have many cotton ginning factories and one of the oldest ginning factories is Asha cotton industry started in 1998 by Dr B T Valia.


==Transport==
==Transport==
Mahuva is connected to all major cities of Gujarat and other Indian states by road and rail.
The nearest airport is [[Bhavnagar Airport]] at Bhavnagar, about 100&nbsp;km away from Mahuva.


'''Local'''
The [[RORO ferry service, Gujarat|RORO ferry]] began operating in 2017 and connects the ports of [[Ghogha]] and [[Dahej]] in Gujarat.
 
[[Auto rickshaw]]s and taxis are available in town. [[Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation|GSRTC]] buses service connects Mahuva to other cities and nearby villages.
 
'''Road'''
 
Mahuva is approximately 97&nbsp;km away from [[Bhavnagar]] and approximately 290&nbsp;km from [[Ahmedabad]]. It is connected to [[Diu, India|Diu]], [[Somnath temple|Somnath]], [[Palitana]] and [[Amreli]] via state highways. Private buses are well connected with [[Ahmedabad]], [[Vadodara]] and [[Surat]]. [[GSRTC]] buses operate regularly, connecting Mahuva to these places. Private travel organizations also operate buses to [[Mumbai]]. These buses can reach [[Ahmedabad]] from Mahuva in about six hours, and [[Vadodara]] in about eight hours.
 
'''Rail'''
 
There are direct weekly or daily trains. The major route is the Mahuva&ndash;Mumbai Bandra (T.) SF Express, connecting major cities (Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat). Weekly train [[Bandra Terminus–Mahuva Express|Mahuva&ndash;Mumbai Bandra (T.)]] available on Thursday and Saturday from [[Mahuva Junction railway station|Mahuva Junction]]. While direct train [[Surat–Mahuva Superfast Express|Mahuva-Surat Superfast Train]] is available on daily basis.
 
'''Air'''
The nearest airport is [[Bhavnagar Airport]] at Bhavnagar, about 100&nbsp;km away from Mahuva. Private buses and GSRTC buses are available to Mahuva from the airport.
 
'''Water'''
 
The [[RORO ferry service, Gujarat|RORO ferry]], the first of its kind in India, began operating in 2017, and connects the ports of [[Ghogha]] and [[Dahej]] in Gujarat.
 
==Education==
 
'''Colleges'''
* Shree K.V. Parekh Science, Matushree T.K. Arts & Smt. G.S. Parekh Commerce College, Mahuva'''
* PTC College; run by Shri Radheshyam Charitable Trust
 
'''High Schools'''
* Hanumant High School (RBK)
* J.P. Parekh High School
* Jafari and Fatema English School; run by Al-Imaan Trust, Mumbai
* Sheth M.N. High School
* St. Thomas School Mahuva; run by the [[Carmelites of Mary Immaculate]]; part of AINACS (All India National Association of Catholic Schools)
* Holy family English medium high school
 
'''Primary Schools'''
* Shri Swaminarayana Gurukul
* Shri Swaminarayan Gurukul Neshvad
 
'''Medium Schools'''
* Gujarati Medium School; run by Shri Radheshyam Charitable Trust
* Holy Family English Medium School
* Shri Radheshyam English Medium School; run by Shri Radheshyam Charitable Trust
* Vidhya Vihar Education Trust; Gujarati medium school


==Attractions==
==Attractions==
There are two public parks in Mahuva, Gandhi Baug and Kuber Baug.
The location where [[Bhagatji Maharaj]] was born and resided throughout his life has been preserved.
There is new attraction opened recently at the outskirts of the Mahuva named The City Mall and Multiplex which houses newly opened Cine Arc Multiplex having Dolby Digital Sound System with premium seatings, Game Zone, and Real Paprika Pizzeria etc. It became new popular weekend destination for the people of Mahuva located on the Mahuva-Bhavnagar National Highway near Bhadrod village and distanced approximately 5 kilometers from the city. In short span of time it became popular destinations among youth, movie lovers and children.
 
Mahuva is home to many religious temples and monuments that are popular with local [[Hinduism|Hindu]] and [[Jainism|Jain]] adherents. Gaytri Mata Shaktipith, a temple made in the shape of a lotus, is the [[Prana Pratishtha]] of [[Gayatri]]devi. It opened in 1981, on the celebration of [[Jalaram Jayanti]]. The Dwarkadhish temple (also known as Haveli) is attended daily by devotees to [[Shrinathji]]. The location where [[Bhagatji Maharaj]] was born and resided throughout his life has been preserved. A [[Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha|BAPS Swaminarayan]] temple located on the western outskirts of the town was inaugurated in 2014 by [[Mahant Swami Maharaj]]. The temple is made of pink stones and inspired by [[Pramukh Swami Maharaj]]. The Mahuva [[Tirtha (Jainism)|Jain Tirth]], known as Madhumati in ancient scriptures, is the birthplace of Sheth Javad Shah and Sheth Jadadu Shah. This shrine to [[Mahavir|Sri Mahavir]] is venerated as "Jivit Swami" and is included in the Panch Tirthi of Sri Shatrunjay shrines.<ref>[http://jainsite.in/jain-tirth/mahuva-tirth]{{dead link|date=March 2020}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |title=Archived copy |website=www.jaintirthyatra.com |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160328002714/http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |archive-date=28 March 2016 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
 
Tatkaleshvar Mahadev temple, located south-west of Mahuva city, is visited by a large number of devotees, particularly during the Hindu month of [[Shraavana]]. It is a popular stop for pilgrims visiting the [[Somnath temple]] and sometimes referred to as "Little Somnath".<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://wikimapia.org/30553745/Tatkaleshwar-Mahadev-Mandir-Madhiya|title=Tatkaleshwar Mahadev Mandir-Madhiya|website=wikimapia.org}}</ref> Many travel to the ancient Bhutnath Mahadev temple of [[Shiva]] at [[Vadli]], located north-east of Mahuva, during the month of [[Shraavana]].
 
Bhavani beach, is a popular picnic spot located south-east of Mahuva.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gujarattourism.com/showpage.aspx?contentid=1330&webpartid=1499 |title=Mahuva Beach; Gujarat Tourism website |access-date=6 July 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101212070446/http://gujarattourism.com/showpage.aspx?contentid=1330&webpartid=1499 |archive-date=12 December 2010 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Bhavani Mata Mandir is an ancient temple located on the beach.
 
==Wildlife==
 
A large population of [[white-rumped vulture]]s can be found in Mahuva. There are 234 other bird species found in the area, and it is the only area of Bhavnagar district where [[jungle babbler]]s are found.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}}
 
==Neighbouring villages==
 
Pingleshwar, a small village near Mahuva, is known for a very old [[Shivling]] under the sea. It is only visible in the morning when the tide is out.{{Citation needed|date=August 2019}}
 
Talgajarda, the birthplace of [[Morari Bapu]], is 5&nbsp;kilometers from Mahuva. It is known for its temples, including a [[Ganesha]] temple.
 
[[Mota Khuntavada]] (19&nbsp;kilometres from Mahuva, 60&nbsp;kilometres from [[Palitana]]) is known for its [[Jain temple]] and its 90-year-old [[Ganesha]] temple, Sidhhganesh Ashram Mota Khuntavada. Mota Khuntavada lies between Mava Dungar Hill, which is surrounded by Malan Dam Lake, and Chitradhar Hill. There is also a 100-year-old [[Hanuman]] temple in the lake, and nearby a 150-year-old [[Mahakali|Mahakali Devi]] temple.
 
Kotamoi is a small village of Mahuva. Kotamoi is at the near Rojki river.


Uncha Kotda, or Unchakotada, (27&nbsp;kilometers east of Mahuva) is a temple to [[Chamunda|Chamunda Devi]] that is revered as a mini [[Shakti Peetha|Shaktipith]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.templetravel.info/2016/09/uncha-kotda-chamunda-mata-temple-near.html|title=Uncha Kotda Chamunda Mata Temple Near Bhavnagar Gujarat India}}</ref>
The Mahuva [[Tirtha (Jainism)|Jain Tirth]], known as Madhumati in ancient scriptures, is the birthplace of Sheth Javad Shah and Sheth Jadadu Shah. This shrine to [[Mahavir|Sri Mahavir]] is included in the Panch Tirthi of Sri Shatrunjay shrines.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |title=Shri Mahuva Tirth, Bhavnagar Gujarat |website=www.jaintirthyatra.com |access-date=13 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160328002714/http://www.jaintirthyatra.com/Tirth-Details/71/Shri_Mahuva_Tirth.aspx |archive-date=28 March 2016 |url-status=dead}}</ref>


Otha, 14&nbsp;kilometers from Mahuva, is home to Shashtri Jivalal Mulshankar Pandya, a [[Bhagavata|Bhagvat]] [[Kathak]]ar.
Bhavani beach is a picnic spot located south-east of Mahuva.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.gujarattourism.com/saurashtra/bhavnagar/mahuva-beach.html |title=Mahuva Beach; Gujarat Tourism website}}</ref>


[[Bagdana]], the village of the mystic Bajrangdas Bapa, is 35 kilometres from Mahuva. The temple is visited throughout the year, especially [[Guru Purnima]] and [[tithi]]. Half a million people pay homage to the temple each year.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.bajrangdasbapa.com/|title=BAPA SITARAM|website=www.bajrangdasbapa.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.sadgurus-saints-sages.com/Details_2.aspx?pageid=iAx+nZUbnlcYClzyIsQ0ZA==|title=Sadgurus - Sages - Saints|website=www.sadgurus-saints-sages.com}}</ref>
[[File:Bhavani Mata Sea shore, Mahuva.jpg|alt=Mahuva Beach|center|thumb|Bhavani Beach]]


==Notable figures==
==Notable figures==
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* [[Morari Bapu]]: known for his Ram [[Katha (storytelling format)|Katha]] (religious storytelling based on the ''[[Ramayana]]''); lives in nearby village of Talgajarda<ref>{{cite web|url=http://moraribapu.org/ | title=Moraribapu Official Website}}</ref>
* [[Virchand Gandhi]], Jain scholar
* [[Virchand Gandhi]], Bharat Kesari and [[Swami Vivekanand]] sailed to participate at the first [[World Parliament of Religions]] in Chicago in 1893 and drew worldwide attention
* [[Bhagatji Maharaj]], preacher
* [[Bhagatji Maharaj]]: born in 1829 in Mahuva; second spiritual successor of [[Lord Swaminarayan]] in the [[BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha]], a Hindu denomination; his Smruti Mandir is under construction at the place where he was given final rituals after death in 1897
* [[Chhabildas Mehta]], politician
* [[Chhabildas Mehta]]: born in Mahuva; Indian politician and the former [[Chief Minister of Gujarat]]; played a pivotal role in the Maha Gujarat campaign for getting Gujarat the status of a separate state<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/article/3/200811302008113002035856958c89e73/State%E2%80%99s-exchief-minister-Chhabildas-Mehta-dies.html |title=Ahmedabad Mirror article |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140106040849/http://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/article/3/200811302008113002035856958c89e73/State%E2%80%99s-exchief-minister-Chhabildas-Mehta-dies.html |archive-date=6 January 2014 }}</ref>
* [[Harkisan Mehta]]: Gujarati author
* [[Harkisan Mehta]]: Gujarati author
* [[Asha Parekh]]: Bollywood actress of the 70s; lead actress in many Hindi movies
* [[Himesh Reshammiya]]: actor, singer
* [[Himesh Reshammiya]]: Bollywood actor, singer, music director, producer. He was born in Mahuva.
* [[Balvant Parekh]]: businessman
* [[Dr Kanubhai Kalsariya]]: He is a Humanitarian surgeon whose hospital treats for almost free.
* [[Morari Bapu]]: spiritual leader
* [[Kanubhai Kalsariya]]: politician, social activist, surgeon


==References==
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Latest revision as of 10:53, 24 October 2025

Mahuva
Madhumati
Town
Mahuva is located in Gujarat
Mahuva
Mahuva
Location in Gujarat, India
Mahuva is located in India
Mahuva
Mahuva
Location in India
Coordinates: 21°05′00″N 71°48′00″E / 21.0833°N 71.8000°E / 21.0833; 71.8000
Country India
StateGujarat
DistrictBhavnagar
Government
 • BodyMahuva Nagarpalika
Area
 • Total7.07 km2 (2.73 sq mi)
Elevation
128 m (420 ft)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total98,519
 • Estimate 
(2021)
120,685
 • Density14,000/km2 (36,000/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialGujarati, Hindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
364290
Telephone code(02844)
Vehicle registrationGJ-4

Mahuva is a town and taluka of Bhavnagar District, Gujarat, India. Located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, Mahuva has mild weather and surroundings that include many coconut plantations. The town is a part of the Saurashtra region and is known as the Kashmir of Saurashtra.[1] The region is home to a thriving agribusiness industry, particularly enterprises that dehydrate vegetables such as garlic and onions for use in processed foods. Mahuva is the only city known for producing the unique and flavourful Jamadar mangoes.

BAPS Mandir Mahuva.jpg

History[edit | edit source]

Mowa (Mahuva) was a petty princely state, comprising solely the village, in the Halar prant of Kathiawar. It was ruled by Jhala Rajput Chieftains.

Mowa had a population of 247 in 1901, yielding a state revenue of 3,322 Rupees (1903-4, mostly from land) and a paying a tribute of 158 Rupees, to the British and Junagadh State.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Mahuva is a Taluka (subdistrict) located in Bhavnagar District, in the state of Gujarat, as well as the name of a town within the taluka. Mahuva is in the coastal region of Saurashtra on the Gulf of Khambhat, which is a bay on the coast of the Arabian Sea.

Climate[edit | edit source]

Climate data for Mahuva (1991–2020)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 38.1
(100.6) 		41.1
(106.0) 		42.8
(109.0) 		45.0
(113.0) 		45.9
(114.6) 		41.2
(106.2) 		39.0
(102.2) 		37.3
(99.1) 		40.0
(104.0) 		42.0
(107.6) 		39.7
(103.5) 		36.6
(97.9) 		45.9
(114.6)
Average high °C (°F) 29.8
(85.6) 		32.2
(90.0) 		35.1
(95.2) 		36.2
(97.2) 		36.5
(97.7) 		34.3
(93.7) 		31.7
(89.1) 		30.7
(87.3) 		31.8
(89.2) 		34.7
(94.5) 		33.7
(92.7) 		30.9
(87.6) 		33.1
(91.6)
Average low °C (°F) 12.7
(54.9) 		15.0
(59.0) 		18.5
(65.3) 		22.3
(72.1) 		25.1
(77.2) 		26.9
(80.4) 		25.6
(78.1) 		24.7
(76.5) 		23.9
(75.0) 		22.1
(71.8) 		17.8
(64.0) 		14.5
(58.1) 		20.8
(69.4)
Record low °C (°F) 5.9
(42.6) 		4.9
(40.8) 		10.9
(51.6) 		13.4
(56.1) 		14.7
(58.5) 		16.6
(61.9) 		18.4
(65.1) 		18.3
(64.9) 		16.4
(61.5) 		12.8
(55.0) 		12.7
(54.9) 		5.0
(41.0) 		4.9
(40.8)
Average rainfall mm (inches) 0.1
(0.00) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.0
(0.0) 		0.4
(0.02) 		0.0
(0.0) 		123.3
(4.85) 		234.5
(9.23) 		192.5
(7.58) 		128.2
(5.05) 		35.7
(1.41) 		2.4
(0.09) 		1.1
(0.04) 		718.4
(28.28)
Average rainy days 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.2 0.0 5.3 11.9 11.7 6.4 1.2 0.2 0.2 37.2
Average relative humidity (%) (at 17:30 IST) 40 37 38 48 57 68 78 81 76 59 48 44 57
Source: India Meteorological Department[2]

Demographics[edit | edit source]

According to the 2011 Census of India,[3] Mahuva subdistrict had a population of 452,011; the town of Mahuva had a population of approximately 150,000, composed of about 90,000 males and 60,000 females. There were a total of 27,607 households. Most residents of Mahuva are Hindus and Muslims; a smaller number are Jains and Christians.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The local economy of Mahuva is primarily based on the agricultural produce market and industries. The Mahuva Agricultural Produce Market Committee (APMC) was established in 1858.[citation needed]

Mahuva and its surrounding villages produce onions. The Mahuva market yard is the second largest onion trading centre in India after Lasalgaon, Maharashtra.[4] It is famous for its good-quality red onions. Mahuva has the biggest onion market in Gujarat, so people also call it the onion capital of the state. It is spread across 38–40 acres of land. The region is the largest producer of white onions and the second-largest producer of red onions in the country.[citation needed] Onion is the largest trading commodity in Mahuva APMC. Mahuva is a large hub for onion processing and exporting, with over 120 large-scale dehydration plants.[citation needed]


Peanuts, cotton and coconuts are also major trading commodities,[citation needed] and cotton ginning is conducted in the region.

Pipavav Port is a fast-growing seaport located nearby, and India's first private sector port situated in Rajula. Swan Defence and Heavy Industries Limited, one of India's largest shipbuilding and heavy industry companies, operates out of the port.

There are many diamond cutting and polishing centres with ties to overseas markets. Some are working for diamantaires in Surat.

Healthcare[edit | edit source]

Mahuva has two hospitals: Sadbhavana Hospital on the outskirts of Mahuva near Vadali, and Hanumant Trust Hospital on the bypass road, which was developed as a multi-specialty hospital. One more is maa maternity home is very good hospital for laproscopy operation, delivery, etc...

Transport[edit | edit source]

The nearest airport is Bhavnagar Airport at Bhavnagar, about 100 km away from Mahuva.

The RORO ferry began operating in 2017 and connects the ports of Ghogha and Dahej in Gujarat.

Attractions[edit | edit source]

The location where Bhagatji Maharaj was born and resided throughout his life has been preserved.

The Mahuva Jain Tirth, known as Madhumati in ancient scriptures, is the birthplace of Sheth Javad Shah and Sheth Jadadu Shah. This shrine to Sri Mahavir is included in the Panch Tirthi of Sri Shatrunjay shrines.[5]

Bhavani beach is a picnic spot located south-east of Mahuva.[6]

Mahuva Beach
Bhavani Beach

Notable figures[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Mahuva Beach". gujrattourism. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  2. ↑ "Climatological Tables of Observatories in India 1991-2020" (PDF). India Meteorological Department. Retrieved 8 April 2024.
  3. ↑ "Census of India: Search Details". www.censusindia.gov.in. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 13 January 2022.
  4. ↑ "In a first, Gujarat onion traders & producers start private APMC". Financialexpress. 24 November 2018. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  5. ↑ "Shri Mahuva Tirth, Bhavnagar Gujarat". www.jaintirthyatra.com. Archived from the original on 28 March 2016. Retrieved 13 January 2022.
  6. ↑ "Mahuva Beach; Gujarat Tourism website".


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