>Vishal Kumawat Brajwasi Deogarh, also known as Devgarh, is a town and a municipality in Rajsamand District in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Devgarh or Deogarh is a town, not a city because of it's less population. |
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{{Infobox settlement | {{Infobox settlement | ||
| name | | name = Deogarh | ||
| official_name | | official_name = Deogarh Madaria | ||
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| pushpin_map_caption | | pushpin_map_caption = Location in Rajasthan, India | ||
| coordinates | | coordinates = {{coord|25.53|N|73.9|E|display=inline,title}} | ||
| subdivision_type | | subdivision_type = Country | ||
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| subdivision_type2 | | subdivision_type2 = [[List of districts of India|District]] | ||
| subdivision_name1 | | subdivision_name1 = [[Rajasthan]] | ||
| subdivision_name2 | | subdivision_name2 = [[Rajsamand district|Rajsamand]] | ||
| established_title | | established_title = <!-- Established --> | ||
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| governing_body | | governing_body = [[Municipality]] | ||
| leader_title | | leader_title = Nagarpalika Chairman | ||
| leader_name | | leader_name = Shobha Lal Regar | ||
| unit_pref | | unit_pref = Metric | ||
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| elevation_footnotes | | elevation_footnotes = | ||
| elevation_m | | elevation_m = 638 | ||
| population_total | | population_total = 17604 | ||
| population_as_of | | population_as_of = 2011 | ||
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| population_density_km2 | | population_density_km2 = auto | ||
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| demographics_type1 | | demographics_type1 = Languages | ||
| demographics1_title1 | | demographics1_title1 = Official | ||
| demographics_type2 | | demographics_type2 = Language | ||
| demographics2_title1 | | demographics2_title1 = Regional | ||
| demographics2_info1 | | demographics2_info1 = [[Marwari language|Marwadi]] | ||
| 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 = | ||
| iso_code | | iso_code = [[ISO 3166-2:IN|RJ-IN]] | ||
| registration_plate | | registration_plate = [[List of RTO districts in India#RJ.E2.80.94Rajasthan|RJ]]- | ||
| blank_name_sec1 | | blank_name_sec1 = Nearest city | ||
| blank_info_sec1 | | blank_info_sec1 = [[Udaipur]], [[Rajsamand]], [[Ajmer]], [[Bhilwara]], [[Beawar]], [[Pali]] | ||
| website | | website = | ||
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| demographics1_info1 | | demographics1_info1 = [[Hindi language|Hindi]], [[Rajasthani languages|Rajasthani]] | ||
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'''Deogarh''', also known as '''Devgarh,''' is a town and a [[municipality]] in [[Rajsamand District]] in the [[States and union territories of India|Indian state]] of [[Rajasthan]]. Formerly the town was an estate of the [[Chundawat]] [[Rajput]]s. | '''Deogarh''', also known as '''Devgarh,''' is a [[town]] and a [[municipality]], nearby [[Rajsamand|Rajsamand city]] in [[Rajsamand District]] in the [[States and union territories of India|Indian state]] of [[Rajasthan]]. Formerly the town was an estate of the [[Chundawat]] [[Rajput]]s. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
Deogarh is located at {{Coord|25.53|N|73.9|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Devgarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Devgarh]</ref> It has an average elevation of {{convert|638|m|ft|abbr=on}}, and is situated on the eastern side of the [[Aravali Range]]s on top of a small hill. A small pond rests at its base. The town is bordered by rocks in the east, Kali Ghati (Aravali Range) in the west, Nathdwara Ghats in the south | Deogarh is located at {{Coord|25.53|N|73.9|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/24/Devgarh.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Devgarh]</ref> It has an average elevation of {{convert|638|m|ft|abbr=on}}, and is situated on the eastern side of the [[Aravali Range]]s on top of a small hill. A small pond rests at its base. The town is bordered by rocks in the east, Kali Ghati (Aravali Range) in the west, Nathdwara Ghats in the south and [[Ajmer]] in the north. It has spectacular animal and bird sanctuaries. There are many stone and granite mines and polish factories near the city. | ||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
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== Transport == | == Transport == | ||
The town is located 4 km inside the NH-8 (Mumbai-Delhi Highway), the landmark is Kamlighat. As no broad gauge train is available, roads are often the quickest way of reaching the town. Nearby cities are [[Udaipur]] (140 km), Ajmer and [[Bhilwara]]. [[Udaipur]] also has an airport with regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai. | The town is located 4 km inside the NH-8 (Mumbai-Delhi Highway), the landmark is Kamlighat. As no broad gauge train is available, roads are often the quickest way of reaching the town. Nearby cities are [[Udaipur]] (140 km), [[Ajmer]] and [[Bhilwara]]. [[Udaipur]] also has an airport with regular flights from [[Delhi]] and [[Mumbai]]. | ||
A train can be taken anywhere between Mavli Junction to Marwar Junction | A train can be taken anywhere between [[Mavli_Junction_railway_station| Mavli Junction]] to [[Marwar Junction]]. The route between Marwar Junction and Deogarh is scenic. | ||
== Places of interest == | == Places of interest == | ||
Deogarh is a popular tourist destination, boasting a complex of luxurious heritage resorts managed by the erstwhile royal family of the Deogarh thikana. | Deogarh is a popular tourist destination, boasting a complex of luxurious heritage resorts managed by the erstwhile royal family of the Deogarh thikana. {{citation needed|date=August 2025}} | ||
Apart from the palace there is also a meter gauge train from Deogarh to Marwar Junction which goes through the sanctuary and hills of Kali Ghati, where there are many bridges and tunnels constructed by the British. There are many wild animals in the region, and the plains of [[Marwar]] are visible from atop the mountains. | Apart from the palace there is also a meter gauge train from Deogarh to Marwar Junction which goes through the sanctuary and hills of Kali Ghati, where there are many bridges and tunnels constructed by the British. There are many wild animals in the region, and the plains of [[Marwar]] are visible from atop the mountains. {{citation needed|date=August 2025}} | ||
In the heart of the town, is the Kunjbihari Mandir, which is famous for the many bats that live inside the roof of the building. There is one clock tower in the main central ''chowk'' (market) of the town at the top of Charbhuja Temple. | In the heart of the town, is the Kunjbihari Mandir, which is famous for the many bats that live inside the roof of the building. There is one clock tower in the main central ''chowk'' (market) of the town at the top of Charbhuja Temple.{{citation needed|date=August 2025}} | ||
Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple is also nearby (around 4–5 km), which is famous for its ''[[Sivalinga]]'' which formed naturally as a result of rain water dissolving calcium in the rocks. It was formed similarly to the ice ''sivalinga'' of [[Amarnath Temple]]. The temple is in a mountain cave with a small water body on top of it. The area is a common destination for picnics, and has a view of Deogarh because of its elevation. Situated on the Deogarh–Bhilwara route, it is easily accessible throughout the year. | Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple is also nearby (around 4–5 km), which is famous for its ''[[Sivalinga]]'' which formed naturally as a result of rain water dissolving calcium in the rocks. It was formed similarly to the ice ''sivalinga'' of [[Amarnath Temple]]. The temple is in a mountain cave with a small water body on top of it. The area is a common destination for picnics, and has a view of Deogarh because of its elevation. Situated on the Deogarh–Bhilwara route, it is easily accessible throughout the year. {{citation needed|date=August 2025}} | ||
Other places like [[Nathdwara]], famous for the [[ | Other places like [[Nathdwara]], famous for the [[Shrinathji_Temple|Shrinath Ji Temple]], is just 90 km from Deogarh on the road to [[Udaipur]]. Ajmer is also just 150 km away on Jaipur–Delhi Route. | ||
== | == Notable persons == | ||
* [[Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat]], author, scholar and former member of the [[Rajya Sabha]] | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* http://www.mapsofindia.com/india/where-is-devgarh.html | * http://www.mapsofindia.com/india/where-is-devgarh.html | ||
{{Rajsamand district}} | {{Rajsamand district}} | ||
Latest revision as of 17:32, 12 August 2025
Deogarh | |
|---|---|
| Deogarh Madaria | |
  Deogarh Location in Rajasthan, India  Deogarh Deogarh (India) | |
| Coordinates: 25°32′N 73°54′E / 25.53°N 73.9°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| District | Rajsamand |
| Government | |
| • Body | Municipality |
| • Nagarpalika Chairman | Shobha Lal Regar |
| Elevation | 638 m (2,093 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 17,604 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi, Rajasthani |
| Language | |
| • Regional | Marwadi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| ISO 3166 code | RJ-IN |
| Vehicle registration | RJ- |
| Nearest city | Udaipur, Rajsamand, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Beawar, Pali |
Deogarh, also known as Devgarh, is a town and a municipality, nearby Rajsamand city in Rajsamand District in the Indian state of Rajasthan. Formerly the town was an estate of the Chundawat Rajputs.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Deogarh is located at 25°32′N 73°54′E / 25.53°N 73.9°E.[1] It has an average elevation of 638 m (2,093 ft), and is situated on the eastern side of the Aravali Ranges on top of a small hill. A small pond rests at its base. The town is bordered by rocks in the east, Kali Ghati (Aravali Range) in the west, Nathdwara Ghats in the south and Ajmer in the north. It has spectacular animal and bird sanctuaries. There are many stone and granite mines and polish factories near the city.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2011 India census, Deogarh had a population of 17,604 - 8,899 Males and 8,705 females. Deogarh has an average literacy rate of 76.83%, higher than the state average of 66.11%: male literacy is 89.08% and female literacy is 64.38%.[2]
Transport[edit | edit source]
The town is located 4 km inside the NH-8 (Mumbai-Delhi Highway), the landmark is Kamlighat. As no broad gauge train is available, roads are often the quickest way of reaching the town. Nearby cities are Udaipur (140 km), Ajmer and Bhilwara. Udaipur also has an airport with regular flights from Delhi and Mumbai.
A train can be taken anywhere between Mavli Junction to Marwar Junction. The route between Marwar Junction and Deogarh is scenic.
Places of interest[edit | edit source]
Deogarh is a popular tourist destination, boasting a complex of luxurious heritage resorts managed by the erstwhile royal family of the Deogarh thikana. [citation needed]
Apart from the palace there is also a meter gauge train from Deogarh to Marwar Junction which goes through the sanctuary and hills of Kali Ghati, where there are many bridges and tunnels constructed by the British. There are many wild animals in the region, and the plains of Marwar are visible from atop the mountains. [citation needed]
In the heart of the town, is the Kunjbihari Mandir, which is famous for the many bats that live inside the roof of the building. There is one clock tower in the main central chowk (market) of the town at the top of Charbhuja Temple.[citation needed]
Anjaneshwar Mahadev temple is also nearby (around 4–5 km), which is famous for its Sivalinga which formed naturally as a result of rain water dissolving calcium in the rocks. It was formed similarly to the ice sivalinga of Amarnath Temple. The temple is in a mountain cave with a small water body on top of it. The area is a common destination for picnics, and has a view of Deogarh because of its elevation. Situated on the Deogarh–Bhilwara route, it is easily accessible throughout the year. [citation needed]
Other places like Nathdwara, famous for the Shrinath Ji Temple, is just 90 km from Deogarh on the road to Udaipur. Ajmer is also just 150 km away on Jaipur–Delhi Route.
Notable persons[edit | edit source]
- Lakshmi Kumari Chundawat, author, scholar and former member of the Rajya Sabha
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Devgarh
- ↑ "Deogarh City Population Census". census2011.co.in. Census Population 2015 Data.