Govindgarh, Rajasthan

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Govindgarh
Govindgarh
Location of Govindgarh
in Rajasthan and India
Coordinates 26°27′N 74°23′E / 26.45°N 74.38°E / 26.45; 74.38
Country  India
State Rajasthan
District(s) Alwar
Population 10,086 (2001)
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 / 26.45; 74.38[1]. It has an average elevation of 373 metres (1223 feet).

[edit] Demographics

As of 2001 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.

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