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Khargone is a district headquarter of the India
n state
of Madhya Pradesh
. The Khargone district region was formerly known as West Nimar (पश्चिम निमाड़). It is the administrative headquarter of Khargone District
constituting several major administrative offices and Headquarters of Khargone district including the collectorate, police, telecom and various other government organizations. The city is situated at the bank of Kunda river and is famous for its cotton and chilly production. It is also known for Navgraha Mandir, a temple devoted to the nav grahas
(Nine Planets).
At different times in history, the area was ruled by the Kingdoms of Haihayas (हैहय) of Maheshwar
, Parmar of Malwa, Aheer of Asirgarh
, Muslims of Mandav
, Peshwa
, Mughals and Marathas. After the formation of the state of Madhya Pradesh
on 1 November 1956, the district came into existence as West Nimar (पश्चिम निमाड़). Later (on 25 May 1998) due to certain administrative needs, the district was divided between Khargone and Barwani
.
population of the district estimated about 4,10,587 according to the census of India 2011
, 283 meters above sea level. It is spread over an area of 8030 km2. Towards North it borders Dhar
, Indore
and Dewas
districts. Towards the south, it borders Maharashtra
, in the East Khandwa
and Burhanpur
and Barwani
in the West. Khargone is in the middle of the Narmada River
valley with the Vindhyachal
mountain range situated in the North and Satpura in the South. The River Narmada
flows in a path of 50 km inside the district. Veda and Kunda are the other two main rivers in the district.
Khargone is 90 km away from Barwani
, 80 km from Khandwa
and 140 km from Indore
. The district is connected to the cities of Indore, Khandwa, Barwani, Dhar, Jhabua, Jalgaon and Dhulia by road. The Agra-Mumbai National Highway (NH#3) passes through the district. In the eastern part the district has a meter gauge railway line connecting Delhi-Jaipur-Indore-Khandwa-Hyderabad. Important stations on this route include Barwah and Sanawad. The nearest broad gauge
line railway station is Khandwa Junction and the nearest airport is located at Indore
.
, Khargone had a population of 86,443. While males constitute 52% of the population, females average 48%. Khargone has an average literacy rate of 66%. This is higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 75%, and female literacy is 57%. About 16% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Khargone's inhabitants belong to many religions. The main language spoken in Khargone is Hindi
along with Nimari (A regional language, generally spoken in rural parts of Khargone District).
The major cash crops of Khargone District are Cotton
and Chilly
. The district is India's biggest cotton producing region. The red chilly is exported abroad.
and the Bharatiya Janata Party
. Recently it has evolved as a strong bastion of the Bharatiya Janata Party
and has produced both a member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and a member of Parliament (MP). The BJP political party won the state elections in December 2008, registering its second consecutive win.
, Eid
, Holi
, Christmas
etc. with harmony and peace. Other than the regular festivals, certain festivals are local to the region such as Gangore, which is celebrated by many people.
There are many other cultural events held in the city throughout the year there are various book fairs, art fairs etc. Many local festivals such as 'Nag Panchami' (Day celebrated for snakes which are respected and worhipped like god in Hindu Mythology), Bhagoriya (A festival celebrated by tribal people in the region) etc. are celebrated with joy and happiness.
is an annual fair
held during the months of January and February, it lasts between 20 to 25 days. The fair is held at the Mela Grounds situated near the banks of river Kunda, near the famous Navagraha temple. The name 'Navgraha Mela' is itself derived from the Navagraha mandir(Temple) which is the temple devoted to the nine planets (Nav-grahas) and the god 'Sun'. There are various attractions and events held during the fair, such as 'circus
' or 'moving theatres' and amusement rides for children and youth.
A significant feature of the event is a large market with hundreds of stalls selling a wide variety of goods. A large amount of business is generated by this fair every year in Khargone. Food and Cuisine is also an important attraction with many different local cuisines available.
A separate cattle and livestock market also takes place during the fair where various animals such as cows, goats and calves are brought from nearby villages and areas for exchange and sale.
. As the name suggests, it is the 'utsav
'(celebration) or the 'festival
' held every year in the holy city of Maheshwar
at the banks of 'Narmada River
'.
During this event different arts and cultural programs are held, such as displays of different dance forms and the cultural aspects of Nimar. Many tourists attend the event every year.
Summers are extremely hot and dry in this region, lasting from mid-march to mid-June followed by the monsoon season. The temperatures in summer are usually above 40°C during April–May. During these months when temperatures become very high the dry and hot wind (Locally known as loo) blows in this area widely affecting the local ecology. The temperature also remains quite high during the night.
The monsoon arrives in late June, with temperatures around 29°C and about 36 in. rainfall. The rainy season is humid and has substantial rainfall. Local people are commonly affected by the flooding of river Kunda which flows from outskirts of the city.
Winters start in mid-November and are dry, mild and sunny. Temperatures average about 4–15 °C (39–59 °F), but can fall close to freezing on some nights.
This district is the best educational district in Nimar region.
Ranks of districts:
1. KHARGONE
2. KHANDWA
3. BARWANI
There are also several high schools. Among these, the most prominent schools include:
1.Gokuldas Public School (CBSE Affiliation Number:1030212)
2.St. Judes School.
3.Aaditya Vidya Vihar.
4.Maharishi Vidya Mandir.(CBSE affiliation Number:1030219)
5.Saraswati Vidya Mandir
. Indian Computers an Education & Retails. E-22 Radha Vallabh Market, khargone
. Oscer gift,new radha vallabh markek.khargone
. Shri ji Institute of Technology and science
. Jawaharlal Institute of Technology (JIT), Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. GRY Institute of Pharmacy, Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. Government Women's Polytechnic, Khargone
. Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Khargone
. GRY College of Education, Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. Government Polytechnic, Sanawad
. Vision Beyond, Khargone
. Devi Rukmani vidyalay, khargone
1. Jawaharlal Nehru Mahavidyalaya
2. Government Post Graduate Degree College
3. Government Girls Degree College
4. Jawaharlal Nehru Government Post Graduate Degree College, Barwah
5. Government Degree College, Sanawad
6. Government Degree College, Bhikangaon
7. Government Degree College, Mandleshwar
8. Ma Umiya Private Degree College, Mandleshwar
9. District Institute of Educational Training (DIET)
10. Central Industrial Security Force Training School, Barwah
11. Pilot Training College
12. Subhishi Paramedical College
13.JawaharLal Institute of Technology and Management Borawan
, Oon, Nanheshwar, Navagraha temple, Siddhi Vinayak Ganesh Mandir, Navgrah Mandir etc. It is just famous for Navgrah Mela.
,
Maheshwar was the capital of kingdom of Ahilyabai Holkar
. The town is famous for the beautiful Narmada River banks where thousands of tourists visit every year. The river Narmada also has the spiritual importance which makes these banks more popular in public.
Oon (14 km)-famous for its Jain pilgrimage centres.
Nanheshwar (20 km) -famous for its ancient Shiva temples.
The Navagraha temple -The ancient temple devoted to Navagraha, the nine (nava) major celestial bodies (Grahas) of Hindu astronomy. These celestial bodies are named Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangal (Mars), Budhan (Mercury), Guru/Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node).
While there is a good market for clothing, jewellery and sarees, most of the general purpose requirements of the public are easily fulfilled by local markets. Both the auto and the electronic businesses are also growing. All business activities are also available at khargone's business website www.khargonelive.com.
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India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
n state
States and territories of India
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of Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh , often called the Heart of India, is a state in central India. Its capital is Bhopal and Indore is the largest city....
. The Khargone district region was formerly known as West Nimar (पश्चिम निमाड़). It is the administrative headquarter of Khargone District
Khargone District
Khargone district , formerly known as West Nimar district , is a district of Madhya Pradesh state in central India. The district lies in Nimar region, and is part of Indore Division. Khargone town is the headquarters of this district.-History:...
constituting several major administrative offices and Headquarters of Khargone district including the collectorate, police, telecom and various other government organizations. The city is situated at the bank of Kunda river and is famous for its cotton and chilly production. It is also known for Navgraha Mandir, a temple devoted to the nav grahas
Navagraha
Graha is a 'cosmic influencer' on the living beings of mother Bhumidevi . In Hindu astrology, the Navagraha are some of these major influencers.All the navagraha have relative movement with respect to the background of fixed stars in the zodiac...
(Nine Planets).
History
According to mythology the name Nimar was derived from the word Nimarya (निमार्य), which signifies that the land had belonged to both the Aryas and the non-Aryas. However, according to another myth, the word Nimar has been associated with the place due to the presence of a large number of Neem trees.At different times in history, the area was ruled by the Kingdoms of Haihayas (हैहय) of Maheshwar
Maheshwar
Maheshwar is a town in Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh state, in central India. It is located 13 km east of National Highway 3 and 91 km from Indore, the commercial capital of the state. The town lies on the north bank of the Narmada River.-Etymology:The name Maheshwar comes from...
, Parmar of Malwa, Aheer of Asirgarh
Asirgarh
Asirgarh Qila is an Indian fortress situated in the Satpura Range, about 20 km north of the town of Burhanpur, in Burhanpur District of Madhya Pradesh state. The fortress commands a pass through the Satpuras connecting the valleys of the Narmada and Tapti rivers, one of the most important...
, Muslims of Mandav
Mandav
Mandav is a town and a nagar panchayat in Dhar district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.-Demographics: India census, Mandav had a population of 8545. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Mandav has an average literacy rate of 32%, lower than the national average of 59.5%:...
, Peshwa
Peshwa
A Peshwa is the titular equivalent of a modern Prime Minister. Emporer Shivaji created the Peshwa designation in order to more effectively delegate administrative duties during the growth of the Maratha Empire. Prior to 1749, Peshwas held office for 8-9 years and controlled the Maratha army...
, Mughals and Marathas. After the formation of the state of Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh , often called the Heart of India, is a state in central India. Its capital is Bhopal and Indore is the largest city....
on 1 November 1956, the district came into existence as West Nimar (पश्चिम निमाड़). Later (on 25 May 1998) due to certain administrative needs, the district was divided between Khargone and Barwani
Barwani
Barwani , also known as Badwani, is a city and a municipality in Barwani District in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The city is situated near the left bank of the Narmada River, and is the administrative headquarter of Barwani District. It has served as the capital of the former princely state...
.
population of the district estimated about 4,10,587 according to the census of India 2011
Geography
Khargone is located in the South-West border of Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh , often called the Heart of India, is a state in central India. Its capital is Bhopal and Indore is the largest city....
, 283 meters above sea level. It is spread over an area of 8030 km2. Towards North it borders Dhar
Dhar
Dhār is located in the Malwa region of western Madhya Pradesh state in central India. It is the administrative headquarters of Dhar District. The town is located west of Mhow, above sea level...
, Indore
Indore
Indore is one of the major city in India, the largest city and commercial center of the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India. Indore is located 190 km west of the state capital Bhopal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Indore city has a population of 1,960,631...
and Dewas
Dewas
Dewas is an ancient town situated on the Malwa plateau in the West-central part of Indian state called Madhya Pradesh, about 160 km south west from state capital, Bhopal. It is the administrative center of the Dewas District, and was formerly the seat of two princely states during the British...
districts. Towards the south, it borders Maharashtra
Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a state located in India. It is the second most populous after Uttar Pradesh and third largest state by area in India...
, in the East Khandwa
Khandwa
Khandwa is a town in the Nimaad region of Madhya Pradesh, an Administrative State in central India. It is the administrative headquarters of Khandwa District, formerly known as East Nimar District.Khandwa is an ancient town, with many places of worship, like many other towns in India...
and Burhanpur
Burhanpur
Burhanpur is an important city in Madhya Pradesh state, India. It is the administrative seat of Burhanpur District. It is situated on the north bank of the Tapti River, southwest of Bhopal and northeast of Mumbai...
and Barwani
Barwani
Barwani , also known as Badwani, is a city and a municipality in Barwani District in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The city is situated near the left bank of the Narmada River, and is the administrative headquarter of Barwani District. It has served as the capital of the former princely state...
in the West. Khargone is in the middle of the Narmada River
Narmada River
The Narmada , also called Rewa is a river in central India and the fifth largest river in the Indian subcontinent. It is the third largest river that completely flows within India after Ganges and Godavari...
valley with the Vindhyachal
Vindhyachal
Vindhyachal is a town in Mirzapur District of Uttar Pradesh state in northern India. The city is a Hindu pilgrimage site having the temple of Vindhyavasini, where according to mythology a part of Sati Born in Nand Yadav Family as sister of Lord Krishna. The river Ganges flows through this city...
mountain range situated in the North and Satpura in the South. The River Narmada
Narmada River
The Narmada , also called Rewa is a river in central India and the fifth largest river in the Indian subcontinent. It is the third largest river that completely flows within India after Ganges and Godavari...
flows in a path of 50 km inside the district. Veda and Kunda are the other two main rivers in the district.
Khargone is 90 km away from Barwani
Barwani
Barwani , also known as Badwani, is a city and a municipality in Barwani District in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. The city is situated near the left bank of the Narmada River, and is the administrative headquarter of Barwani District. It has served as the capital of the former princely state...
, 80 km from Khandwa
Khandwa
Khandwa is a town in the Nimaad region of Madhya Pradesh, an Administrative State in central India. It is the administrative headquarters of Khandwa District, formerly known as East Nimar District.Khandwa is an ancient town, with many places of worship, like many other towns in India...
and 140 km from Indore
Indore
Indore is one of the major city in India, the largest city and commercial center of the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India. Indore is located 190 km west of the state capital Bhopal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Indore city has a population of 1,960,631...
. The district is connected to the cities of Indore, Khandwa, Barwani, Dhar, Jhabua, Jalgaon and Dhulia by road. The Agra-Mumbai National Highway (NH#3) passes through the district. In the eastern part the district has a meter gauge railway line connecting Delhi-Jaipur-Indore-Khandwa-Hyderabad. Important stations on this route include Barwah and Sanawad. The nearest broad gauge
Broad gauge
Broad-gauge railways use a track gauge greater than the standard gauge of .- List :For list see: List of broad gauges, by gauge and country- History :...
line railway station is Khandwa Junction and the nearest airport is located at Indore
Indore
Indore is one of the major city in India, the largest city and commercial center of the state of Madhya Pradesh in central India. Indore is located 190 km west of the state capital Bhopal. According to the 2011 Indian census, Indore city has a population of 1,960,631...
.
Demographics
Khargone is growing fast as a city and it now includes many villages, such as Jetapur. India censusCensus
A census is the procedure of systematically acquiring and recording information about the members of a given population. It is a regularly occurring and official count of a particular population. The term is used mostly in connection with national population and housing censuses; other common...
, Khargone had a population of 86,443. While males constitute 52% of the population, females average 48%. Khargone has an average literacy rate of 66%. This is higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 75%, and female literacy is 57%. About 16% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Khargone's inhabitants belong to many religions. The main language spoken in Khargone is Hindi
Hindi
Standard Hindi, or more precisely Modern Standard Hindi, also known as Manak Hindi , High Hindi, Nagari Hindi, and Literary Hindi, is a standardized and sanskritized register of the Hindustani language derived from the Khariboli dialect of Delhi...
along with Nimari (A regional language, generally spoken in rural parts of Khargone District).
Economy
Economically Khargone is dependent on agriculture, with several other industries developing in the area.The major cash crops of Khargone District are Cotton
Cotton
Cotton is a soft, fluffy staple fiber that grows in a boll, or protective capsule, around the seeds of cotton plants of the genus Gossypium. The fiber is almost pure cellulose. The botanical purpose of cotton fiber is to aid in seed dispersal....
and Chilly
Chilly
Chilly may refer to:*Cold, i.e. low temperature-Entertainment:*Chilly , a disco band from the 1970s*Chilly Willy, a cartoon penguin-Food:*Chiefly india: chili pepper, the spicy fruit of plants in the genus Capsicum...
. The district is India's biggest cotton producing region. The red chilly is exported abroad.
Politics
Politically, Khargone had a mixed background of both the Indian National CongressIndian National Congress
The Indian National Congress is one of the two major political parties in India, the other being the Bharatiya Janata Party. It is the largest and one of the oldest democratic political parties in the world. The party's modern liberal platform is largely considered center-left in the Indian...
and the Bharatiya Janata Party
Bharatiya Janata Party
The Bharatiya Janata Party ,; translation: Indian People's Party) is one of the two major political parties in India, the other being the Indian National Congress. Established in 1980, it is India's second largest political party in terms of representation in the parliament...
. Recently it has evolved as a strong bastion of the Bharatiya Janata Party
Bharatiya Janata Party
The Bharatiya Janata Party ,; translation: Indian People's Party) is one of the two major political parties in India, the other being the Indian National Congress. Established in 1980, it is India's second largest political party in terms of representation in the parliament...
and has produced both a member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) and a member of Parliament (MP). The BJP political party won the state elections in December 2008, registering its second consecutive win.
Culture
Various cultural activities are held throughout the year. Residents of the city, belonging to different religions, celebrate various festivals such as DiwaliDiwali
Diwali or DeepavaliThe name of the festival in various regional languages include:, , , , , , , , , , , , , popularly known as the "festival of lights," is a festival celebrated between mid-October and mid-December for different reasons...
, Eid
Eid ul-Fitr
Eid ul-Fitr, Eid al-Fitr, Id-ul-Fitr, or Id al-Fitr , often abbreviated to Eid, is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting . Eid is an Arabic word meaning "festivity," while Fiṭr means "breaking the fast"...
, Holi
Holi
Holi , is a religious spring festival celebrated by Hindus. Holi is also known as festival of Colours. It is primarily observed in India, Nepal, Pakistan, and countries with large Indic diaspora populations following Hinduism, such as Suriname, Malaysia, Guyana, South Africa, Trinidad, United...
, Christmas
Christmas
Christmas or Christmas Day is an annual holiday generally celebrated on December 25 by billions of people around the world. It is a Christian feast that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, liturgically closing the Advent season and initiating the season of Christmastide, which lasts twelve days...
etc. with harmony and peace. Other than the regular festivals, certain festivals are local to the region such as Gangore, which is celebrated by many people.
There are many other cultural events held in the city throughout the year there are various book fairs, art fairs etc. Many local festivals such as 'Nag Panchami' (Day celebrated for snakes which are respected and worhipped like god in Hindu Mythology), Bhagoriya (A festival celebrated by tribal people in the region) etc. are celebrated with joy and happiness.
Shree Navgrah Mela
Shree Navagrah MelaMela
Mela is a Sanskrit word meaning 'gathering' or 'to meet' or a Fair. It is used in the Indian subcontinent for all sizes of gathering and can be religious, commercial, cultural or sports. In rural traditions melas or village fairs were of great importance...
is an annual fair
Fair
A fair or fayre is a gathering of people to display or trade produce or other goods, to parade or display animals and often to enjoy associated carnival or funfair entertainment. It is normally of the essence of a fair that it is temporary; some last only an afternoon while others may ten weeks. ...
held during the months of January and February, it lasts between 20 to 25 days. The fair is held at the Mela Grounds situated near the banks of river Kunda, near the famous Navagraha temple. The name 'Navgraha Mela' is itself derived from the Navagraha mandir(Temple) which is the temple devoted to the nine planets (Nav-grahas) and the god 'Sun'. There are various attractions and events held during the fair, such as 'circus
Circus
A circus is commonly a travelling company of performers that may include clowns, acrobats, trained animals, trapeze acts, musicians, hoopers, tightrope walkers, jugglers, unicyclists and other stunt-oriented artists...
' or 'moving theatres' and amusement rides for children and youth.
A significant feature of the event is a large market with hundreds of stalls selling a wide variety of goods. A large amount of business is generated by this fair every year in Khargone. Food and Cuisine is also an important attraction with many different local cuisines available.
A separate cattle and livestock market also takes place during the fair where various animals such as cows, goats and calves are brought from nearby villages and areas for exchange and sale.
Nimar Utsav
Nimar Utsav is very popular event held in NimarNimar
Nimar is the southwestern region of Madhya Pradesh state in west-central India.The region lies south of the Vindhya Range, and consists of two portions of the Narmada and Tapti river valleys, separated by a section of the Satpura Range, about 15 miles in breadth...
. As the name suggests, it is the 'utsav
Utsav
Utsav is a 1984 Hindi film, produced by Shashi Kapoor and directed by Girish Karnad.The film stars Shashi Kapoor, Rekha, Amjad Khan, Anuradha Patel, Shekhar Suman, Anupam Kher, Shankar Nag, Neena Gupta, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Annu Kapoor, Sanjana Kapoor and Kunal Kapoor.The role played by Shashi...
'(celebration) or the 'festival
Festival
A festival or gala is an event, usually and ordinarily staged by a local community, which centers on and celebrates some unique aspect of that community and the Festival....
' held every year in the holy city of Maheshwar
Maheshwar
Maheshwar is a town in Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh state, in central India. It is located 13 km east of National Highway 3 and 91 km from Indore, the commercial capital of the state. The town lies on the north bank of the Narmada River.-Etymology:The name Maheshwar comes from...
at the banks of 'Narmada River
Narmada River
The Narmada , also called Rewa is a river in central India and the fifth largest river in the Indian subcontinent. It is the third largest river that completely flows within India after Ganges and Godavari...
'.
During this event different arts and cultural programs are held, such as displays of different dance forms and the cultural aspects of Nimar. Many tourists attend the event every year.
Weather
Khargone has a transitional climate between a tropical wet and dry climate and a humid subtropical climate. Three distinct seasons are observed: summer, monsoon and winter.Summers are extremely hot and dry in this region, lasting from mid-march to mid-June followed by the monsoon season. The temperatures in summer are usually above 40°C during April–May. During these months when temperatures become very high the dry and hot wind (Locally known as loo) blows in this area widely affecting the local ecology. The temperature also remains quite high during the night.
The monsoon arrives in late June, with temperatures around 29°C and about 36 in. rainfall. The rainy season is humid and has substantial rainfall. Local people are commonly affected by the flooding of river Kunda which flows from outskirts of the city.
Winters start in mid-November and are dry, mild and sunny. Temperatures average about 4–15 °C (39–59 °F), but can fall close to freezing on some nights.
Education
The district is served well with several educational institutes, comprising both the private and public sectors. There is a government post-graduate degree college in the city with three engineering colleges, three pharmacy colleges, one pilote training college and two polytechnic colleges, along with several English and Hindi medium schools and colleges. These institutions offer degrees in both the science and the arts.This district is the best educational district in Nimar region.
Ranks of districts:
1. KHARGONE
2. KHANDWA
3. BARWANI
Public Schools
There are 2605 primary schools (PS), 721 middle schools (MS), 73 high schools (HS) and 69 higher secondary schools (HSS) located in the district. The district also has three Kendriya Vidyalays (central schools). These include: Kendriya Vidyalaya (Khargone), Kendriya Vidyalaya (Barwah) and Navoday Vidyalay Sanawad.There are also several high schools. Among these, the most prominent schools include:
1.Gokuldas Public School (CBSE Affiliation Number:1030212)
2.St. Judes School.
3.Aaditya Vidya Vihar.
4.Maharishi Vidya Mandir.(CBSE affiliation Number:1030219)
5.Saraswati Vidya Mandir
Technical Institutes
The various technical educational institutes include:. Indian Computers an Education & Retails. E-22 Radha Vallabh Market, khargone
. Oscer gift,new radha vallabh markek.khargone
. Shri ji Institute of Technology and science
. Jawaharlal Institute of Technology (JIT), Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. GRY Institute of Pharmacy, Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. Government Women's Polytechnic, Khargone
. Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Khargone
. GRY College of Education, Vidya Vihar, Borawan, Khargone
. Government Polytechnic, Sanawad
. Vision Beyond, Khargone
. Devi Rukmani vidyalay, khargone
Colleges
There are various colleges in the district. These are affiliated with Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalay, Indore (University of Indore) and offer several graduate and postgraduate level courses. The list includes:1. Jawaharlal Nehru Mahavidyalaya
2. Government Post Graduate Degree College
3. Government Girls Degree College
4. Jawaharlal Nehru Government Post Graduate Degree College, Barwah
5. Government Degree College, Sanawad
6. Government Degree College, Bhikangaon
7. Government Degree College, Mandleshwar
8. Ma Umiya Private Degree College, Mandleshwar
9. District Institute of Educational Training (DIET)
10. Central Industrial Security Force Training School, Barwah
11. Pilot Training College
12. Subhishi Paramedical College
13.JawaharLal Institute of Technology and Management Borawan
Tourist attractions
Major tourist attractions include MaheshwarMaheshwar
Maheshwar is a town in Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh state, in central India. It is located 13 km east of National Highway 3 and 91 km from Indore, the commercial capital of the state. The town lies on the north bank of the Narmada River.-Etymology:The name Maheshwar comes from...
, Oon, Nanheshwar, Navagraha temple, Siddhi Vinayak Ganesh Mandir, Navgrah Mandir etc. It is just famous for Navgrah Mela.
Maheshwar
An historic situated on the bank of the Narmada riverNarmada River
The Narmada , also called Rewa is a river in central India and the fifth largest river in the Indian subcontinent. It is the third largest river that completely flows within India after Ganges and Godavari...
,
Maheshwar was the capital of kingdom of Ahilyabai Holkar
Ahilyabai Holkar
Punyashlok Rajmata Devi Ahilyabai Holkar , also known as the Philosopher Queen, was a Holkar dynasty Queen of the Malwa kingdom, India. She is often compared with Catherine II of Russia, Elizabeth I of England, Margaret I of Denmark...
. The town is famous for the beautiful Narmada River banks where thousands of tourists visit every year. The river Narmada also has the spiritual importance which makes these banks more popular in public.
Hand-loom industry
Maheshwar has been a centre of hand-loom weaving since the 5th century. Maheshwar is the home of one of India's finest hand loom fabric traditions. It is noted as a center for weaving colorful Maheshwari saris. These cotton saris are weaved with distinctive designs involving stripes, checks and floral borders. The hand-looms also make fabric material used for making kurtas and other clothing.Temples
It is said that there are more than 100 temples, indicating the long history of Maheshwar. Main temples good to visit for visitors are SAHASTARARJUN Temple near the holy river Narmada, Raj-Rajeshwar Mandir, Kashi Vishwanath Mandir, Chaturbhuj Narayan Mandir, Ahilya Mata's Chhatris, Rajwada,Chintamani Ganpati Mandir, Bada Ganpati temple, Pandharinath Mandir, Bhawani Mata Mandir, Gobar Ganesh Mandir,Banke Bihari, Anant Narayan Mandir, Khedapati Hanuman. Ram and Krishna Mandir. Baneshwar temple, Kaleshwar, Jwaleshwar and Narsingh Mandir are very good for nature lovers. And recently built Ek mukhi Datta Mandir situated in Jalkoti, Sahastradhara.Other Attractions
Bawangaja (now in Barwani),Oon (14 km)-famous for its Jain pilgrimage centres.
Nanheshwar (20 km) -famous for its ancient Shiva temples.
The Navagraha temple -The ancient temple devoted to Navagraha, the nine (nava) major celestial bodies (Grahas) of Hindu astronomy. These celestial bodies are named Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangal (Mars), Budhan (Mercury), Guru/Brihaspati (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node) and Ketu (South Lunar Node).
Business
The basic economy of the city constitutes the agricultural and the cotton industries.While there is a good market for clothing, jewellery and sarees, most of the general purpose requirements of the public are easily fulfilled by local markets. Both the auto and the electronic businesses are also growing. All business activities are also available at khargone's business website www.khargonelive.com.