Govindgarh, Rajasthan
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| Coordinates | 26°27′N 74°23′E / 26.45°N 74.38°E |
| Country |  India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| District(s) | Alwar |
| Population | 10,086 (2001[update]) |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Area • Elevation |
• 373 m (1,224 ft) |
Govindgarh is a census town in Alwar district in the Indian state of Rajasthan.
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[edit] Geography
Govindgarh is located at 26°27′N 74°23′E / 26.45°N 74.38°E[1]. It has an average elevation of 373 metres (1223 feet).
[edit] Demographics
As of 2001[update] India census[2], Govindgarh had a population of 10,086. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Govindgarh has an average literacy rate of 64%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 74%, and female literacy is 52%. In Govindgarh, 18% of the population is under 6 years of age.
[edit] Govindgarh Fort
As the name suggests,Govindgarh is known for an ancient fort(Garh).Fort is known for its architectural Govindji Temple.Its so called because Lord Krishna(Govind) stayed here for a night in this fort.
[edit] References
- ^ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Govindgarh
- ^ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 2004-06-16. http://web.archive.org/web/20040616075334/http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999. Retrieved 2008-11-01.
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