Rajpipla

From Bharatpedia, an open encyclopedia
Information red.svg
Scan the QR code to donate via UPI
Dear reader, We need your support to keep the flame of knowledge burning bright! Our hosting server bill is due on June 1st, and without your help, Bharatpedia faces the risk of shutdown. We've come a long way together in exploring and celebrating our rich heritage. Now, let's unite to ensure Bharatpedia continues to be a beacon of knowledge for generations to come. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Together, let's preserve and share the essence of Bharat.

Thank you for being part of the Bharatpedia family!
Please scan the QR code on the right click here to donate.

0%

   

transparency: ₹0 raised out of ₹100,000 (0 supporter)


Rajpipla
Nandod
Town
Rajpipla is located in Gujarat
Rajpipla
Rajpipla
Location in Gujarat, India
Rajpipla is located in India
Rajpipla
Rajpipla
Rajpipla (India)
Coordinates: 21°52′14″N 73°30′10″E / 21.87056°N 73.50278°E / 21.87056; 73.50278Coordinates: 21°52′14″N 73°30′10″E / 21.87056°N 73.50278°E / 21.87056; 73.50278
Country India
StateGujarat
DistrictNarmada
Languages
 • OfficialGujarati, Hindi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
Vehicle registrationGJ 22
Websitegujaratindia.com

Rajpipla is a city and a municipality in the Narmada district in the Indian state of Gujarat.[1]

It was the capital of the former Kingdom of Rajpipla.

Geography[edit]

Rajpipla is located at 21°47′N 73°34′E / 21.78°N 73.57°E / 21.78; 73.57.[2] It has an average elevation of 148 metres (485 feet).

History[edit]

Rajpipla was known as Nandipuri during the rule of Gurjara kings, when it was the capital of the Lata kingdom. A later form of the name Nandol and Nandod have also been in use in medieval times.[3]

Demographics[edit]

As of 2001 India census,[4] Rajpipla had a population of 34,923. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Rajpipla has an average literacy rate of 97%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 92%, and female literacy is 91%. In Rajpipla, 10% of the population is under 6 years of age. Rajpipla is one of the most literate towns of Gujarat.

References[edit]

  1. "Gujarat: Government plans airport at Rajpipla for better connectivity with Statue of Unity".
  2. Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Rajpipla
  3. Vallabh Vidyanagar Research Bulletin, Volume 1, Issues 1-2, 1957, p. 36.
  4. "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.

External links[edit]