Mehkar Taluka
Mehkar Taluka | |
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Taluka | |
| Country | India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| District | Buldhana |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Mehkar Taluka is an administrative subdivision (taluka) in the Buldhana district of the state of Maharashtra, India. It is located in the Vidarbha region and is primarily an agricultural area.
Geography
Mehkar Taluka is situated in the central part of Buldhana district. The region has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and moderate rainfall during the monsoon. The soil is predominantly black cotton soil, suitable for cultivation.
Nearby cities include Buldhana, Akola, and Jalna.
Demographics
According to the 2011 Census of India, Mehkar Taluka has a predominantly rural population. Marathi is the primary language spoken.
- Literacy rate: Moderate compared to the state average
- Major religions: Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism
Economy
The economy is mainly based on agriculture.
Major crops
- Cotton
- Soybean
- Jowar (sorghum)
- Wheat
- Pulses
Farming is largely dependent on monsoon rainfall due to limited irrigation facilities.
Administration
The taluka is administered by local government bodies under the Buldhana district administration.
- Taluka headquarters: Mehkar
- Administrative offices: Tahsildar office, Panchayat Samiti
- Local governance: Gram Panchayats
Transport
Mehkar is well connected by road.
- State highways connect it to nearby towns and districts
- Nearest railway stations: Akola and Jalna
- Public transport: MSRTC buses
Education
The taluka has several schools and colleges. Many institutions are affiliated with Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University.
Culture
Mehkar is known for the Shri Sharangdhar Balaji Temple, an important religious site attracting devotees.
Major festivals celebrated include:
See also
- Buldhana district
- Maharashtra
- India
References
- Census of India 2011. Government of India.
- Buldhana District Official Website.
- Maharashtra Government Gazette.
External links
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