Balotra

Balotra City,Barmer, Rajasthan
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Balotra City,Barmer, Rajasthan Location of Balotra City,Barmer, Rajasthan in Rajasthan and India
Coordinates	25°50′N 72°14′E / 25.83°N 72.23°E / 25.83; 72.23Coordinates: 25°50′N 72°14′E / 25.83°N 72.23°E / 25.83; 72.23
Country	India
State	Rajasthan
District(s)	Barmer
Chairman(NagarPalika)	Mr. Mahesh B. Chouhan
Time zone	IST (UTC+05:30)
Area • Elevation	• 106 metres (348 ft)
Codes • Pincode • 344022 • Telephone • +02988

Balotra is a city in Barmer District of Rajasthan state in India. It is about 100 km from Jodhpur. The town is famous for hand block printing and textile industry and for an annual desert and tribal fair at Tilwara. The town is well connected with Jodhpur by rail and buses at frequent intervals. From Balotra towards Jalore (14 km) there is India's Third Brahma Temple in the village of Asotra. Famous Rani Bhatiyaniji temple is also here in village named Jasol 4 km from Balotra. About 13 km away from Balotra is located the famous Jain Temple Nakoda. The place receives religious devotees from across India. The town is home to more than 5000 textile units and is located on the coast of the river Luni.

History

The first modern settlement was brought up by Vaala Ji/Baala Ji Rajpurohit (a Siha Rajpurohit) from whom the city derives its name from. His clan first established their residence in the Chhatrion ka Morcha locality on the banks of river Luni, which still exhibits the antiquity of historical relevance. Gradually the settlement grew into a village and later on into a major town with an increase in Textile related economic activities.

Balotra has some fine temples in the city and its vicinity - like the Chonch Mandir, Mohanrajji Mandir, Jaanraajji Mandir, Narsinghji Mandir, Hanumanji Mandir (in the city), and Khed Mandir (Ranchchodraiji), Hanumanji Nadi in the outskirts.

Geography

Balotra is located at 25°50′N 72°14′E / 25.83°N 72.23°E / 25.83; 72.23.^[1] It has an average elevation of 106 metres (347 feet).

Textile industries

Balotra City known as POPLINE NAGRI. For 60 years, Balotra has been known as a leading centre in India for processing and trading of various types of fabrics. In particular, Balotra is famous for its dyeing and printing of Cotton and Polyester fabrics.There are more than 5000 units of textile process indudtry.

It is estimated that around more 70,000 workers are employed in Balotra in the textile industry.

In recent times, Balotra has emerged as a leading town in Western Rajasthan, with a number of colleges, modern factories, high standards of living , broadband,3G, IPTV connections and improved transportation services including major train and bus connections. There is broader scope in this industry.

Demographics

As of 2001^[update] India census,^[2] Balotra had a population of 61,724. Males constitute 54% of the population and females 46%. Balotra has an average literacy rate of 62%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 63% of the males and 37% of females literate. 17% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Education

Balotra has good educational facilities.Government Colleges for boys and girls are located in the heart of the city. MBR College of Commerce and Arts is one of the good eductaional institutions. Govt. I.T.I and Govt. Polytechnic college are also situated in the outskirts of the city. Student from nearby villages come here to pursue their further studies. A large number of schools for secondary, primary education with well-equipped facilities.

Tourism

Amongst the many tourist sights in the area are the Nakoda Temple, Khed Temple, Mata Rani Bhatiyani Temple at Jasol, Brahma Ji Temple at Asotra, the Bithuja Temple, Chonch Mandir, the Khed Temple, Tilwara Malinath Temple, Hinglaj Temple Siwana, Akdeshwer Mahadev Temple, Ranuja tirth, Santoshi Maa Temple, Luni River etc.

Problems

In mid February 2012 the high court issued an order stopping all units from dumping water into the river due to a pollution problem. An estimated 700-800 units were affected and closed down in Balotra. 14000-15000 lost their jobs. Several voices were raised but as of 3 April 2012 nothing worked.

References

External links

• helloBalotra.Com the quality wise textile Information Site Of Balotra

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