Gohad
Gohud | |
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city | |
  Gohad Location in Madhya Pradesh, India | |
| Coordinates: 26°26′N 78°26′E / 26.43°N 78.44°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| District | Bhind |
| Elevation | 159 m (522 ft) |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 45,194 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Gohad is a city and a municipality in Bhind district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. A town of historical importance it is situated close to the city of Gwalior. The Gohad Fort is located here.
History
Gohad was founded by Jats of Bamraulia clan in 1505 AD. Gohad was ruled by Jat rulers. The first ruler of Gohat was Singhandev I and last ruler was Kirat Singh. The Bhim Singh Rana was a most popular ruler of Gohad. He ruled on Gwalior over 16 years from 1740 to 1756.[1]
Geography
Gohad has an average elevation of 159 metres (521 feet).
Demographics
As of 2001[update] India census,[2] Gohad had a population of 45,194. Males constitute 55% of the population and females 45%. Gohad has an average literacy rate of 57%, lower than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 68%, and female literacy is 44%. In Gohad, 17% of the population is under 6 years of age.
See also
References
- ↑ "Bheem Singh Rana Ki Chhatri Gwalior". www.localguidesconnect.com. 6 June 2020. Retrieved 27 June 2021.
- ↑ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.