Gwalior - The land of Madhav Rao Scindia - famous for its fort and historical buildings is one of the worth seeing places in MP. Its an overnight journey from Indore.
It lies 76 miles (122 km) south of Agra and has a population of over 12 lakh (1,200,000). The Gwalior metropolitan area is the 46th most populated area in the country. Gwalior occupies a strategic location in the Gird region of North India, and the city and its fortress have served as the center of several of North India's historic kingdoms. At present also its strategic location is marked by the presence of major air base at Maharajpura. Gwalior is the administrative headquarters of Gwalior district and Gwalior division.
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Gwalior is an historical place of Madhya Pradesh . It is surrounded by District Morena in the North, District Shivpuri in the south, District Bhind in the East and District Datia in the west. The District is having two sub-divisions , namely, Gwalior & Dabra. There are three tehsils, namely, Gwalior, Dabra & Bhitarwar and four Development Blocks namely, Ghatigaon (Barai), Morar, Dabra & Bhitarwar.
The city is named after a sage called Gwaliap. A king once met this sage in a dense forest, and the sage told him to build a city on that spot after his name.
Gwalior is located at 26.22" N 78.18" E. It has an average elevation of 197 meters (646 feet). Gwalior is a historical Indian city - is located on the periphery of Madhya Pradesh State, 321 km (199.5 Miles) from Delhi and 121 km (76 Miles) from Agra.{mospagebreak}
It is well connected with all the major cities of India by Road, Train and also with Air.The Gwalior is blessed with Classical Music Maestro Miya Tansen. In memory of him, three days Tansen Samaroh program take place every year and the Classical music stars participate in this programme and entertain the people of Gwalior with their outstanding performance. Also the Gwalior Trade Fair take place every year in the month of December-January.
The Gwalior city was ruled by the Tomars, Marwahs and Marathas.
History:
Gwalior City is a District in Madhya Pradesh State near Âgra. The new section of the city called Lashkar. Lashkar is few miles South from the old city. It is the site of factories producing cotton, yarn, paint, ceramics, chemicals, and leather products. The nucleus of Gwalior is a citadel crowning an isolated rock about 91 m (300 ft) high, 3.2 km (2 mi) long, and 823 m (2700 ft) wide. The rock is said to have been a strong hold for more than Ten Centuries and Old city is located in the Eastern base of the rock. The old city is covered with white sandstone Mosque, Palaces, rock temples and statues of archaeological and architectural interest. The Jiwaji University was built in Gwalior in the year 1964. Gwalior City was the Capital of the princely State of Gwalior until 1948 and the summer Capital of Madhya Bharat State from 1948 to 1956. When Madhya Bharat became part of Madhya Pradesh, it become separate District. According to Census 1991, population of the District was 692,982.
Gwalior's history is traced back to a legend in 8th century AD when a chief tain known as Suraj Sen was struck by a deadly disease and cured by a hermit-saint Gwalipa. As a gratitude for that incidence, he founded this city by his name. The new city of Gwalior became existance over the centuries. The cradle of great dynasties ruled the city Gwalior. With different Dynasty, the city gained a new dimension from the warrior kings, poets, musicians, and saints who contributed to making it renowned throughout the country. The city is also the setting for the memorials of freedom fighters such as Tatya Tope and the indomitable Rani of Jhansi. Today the old settings stand side by side with the trappings of modernity.
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Stats:
Total Area Details
Total Area 5214.00 sq.kms.
Forest Area 1091.79 sq kms
Net sown area 2601.42 sq.kms
No. of Households 209.12 thousands
Net irrigated area 911.93 sq.kms
Population Details
Total Population 1412.61 thousands Total Literates 661.59 thousands.
Total Males 770.85 thousands Total Females 641.76 thousands.
Urban Population 830.45 thousands Rural Population 582.16 thousands
Total Workers 436.73 thousands Main Workers 403.58 thousands
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Famoust Institutes:
IIITM - Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management
The sudden explosion of Information Technology, the challenging environment has led to the setting up of Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management, Gwalior by the Department of Education, Ministry HRD with a financial outlay of Rs. 6.10 Crores for the first five years. The Government of Madhya Pradesh has given 60 Hectares of land for its Campus. The Institute aims at producing leadership Manpower to augment and harness the potential of Information Technology and Management skills in an integrated manner.
Objectives of the Institute :
To establish facillities for Education/Training in the area of Information Technology and Management .
To conduct Multi-disciplinary programmes on Information Technology, Management and communication.
To carry out research , provide consultancy, offer continuing education programmes and undertake other related activities in the area of Information Technology and management.
To hold information/knowledge sharing workshops and seminars with academics and practicing professional and to bring out literature to meet such objectives.
Activities of the Institute :
Education
Post Graduate Management Programmes
Management Development Programmes
In-Company Training Programmes
Continuing Education Programmes for Working Professionals
Research
Consultancy
Pedagogy
1. IITTM- Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management
2. MITS - Madhav Institute of Technology and Sciences.
3. Agriculture College , Race Corse Road
4. Gajra Raja Medical College (GRMC)
5. LNIPE - Laxmi Bai National Institute of Physical Education.
6. SOS - School of Studies, Jiwaji University Gwalior. Etc.
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Schools and Colleges:
Sr. No. Name of Institute Telephone No.
1. Bhagwat Sahay Govt. College, T- Road, Gwalior-2 2423412
2. Central Technical Inst. , Ji Road, Gwalior - 9 2320790
3. Central Technical Inst. , Res 2324987
4. Gajara Raja Kanya H.S. School Jiwaji Chowk-1 2420171
5. Gajara Raja Medical Coll , Procession Road, Gwalior - 9 2321400
6. Gorkhi H.S. School 2332878
7. Govt. Girls Degree Coll, Morar-6 2368329
8. Govt. Girls Degree Coll Res 2340334
9. Govt. Girls H.S. School Mama Ka Bazar, Gwalior - 1 2334144
10. Govt. Girls High School, Gwalior - 3 2365116
11. Govt. Girls High School , Thatipur - 11 2341309
12. Govt. College of Education, T-Rd, Gwalior- 2 2423191
13. Govt. College of Education , Res 2340132
14. Govt. High School , Mall Rd- 6 2368760
15. Govt. High School J Ganj 2425748
16. Govt. High School -2 Mall Rd - 6 2368034
17. Govt. High School -2 , Tilak Nagar - 2 2426334
18. Govt. Inst Fine Arts, SDM Rd - 9 2323169
19. Govt. Kanya H.S. School Rly Coly-2 2334566
20. Govt. Music College,SDM road-9 2323169
21. Govt. Patel H.S. School, Hazira-4 2365484
22. Govt. PET Coll , 307 Jiwaji Nagar -11 2342461
23. Govt. Sanskrit Coll SDM Rd -9 2320964
24. Govt. Science Coll Morar-6 2368380
25. Govt. Science Coll Jhansi Rd. -9 2323169
26. Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 Gandhi Rd. 2341208
27. Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 Airforce MPRA -20 2368227
28. Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 3 Morar Cantt-6 2368250
29. Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 Resy 5 2368011
30. Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 5 Shastri Nagar - 11 2344069
31. MLB Arts & Commerce Coll , Procession Rd.-9 2322199
32. MLB Arts & Commerce Coll , Jhansi Rd.-9 2320725
33. Naveen Govt. Girls Coll T Rd-2 2426831
32. Women Polytechnic MLB Rd - 2 2331192
33. Women BTI T. Rd - 2 2426782
34. Vidya Bharti School , Mpra - 20 2368909
35. Sind Govt. High School, Gadve Goth - 1 2427537
36. Padma Raja Multipurpose H.S. School Kampoo-1 2362177
37. Scindia Kanya Vidyalay 2320570
38. Scindia School Fort 8 2325751
39. Kamla Raja Girls Postgraduate Coll Kampoo-1 2322373
40. Hari Darshan H.S. School Jhansi Rd.-9 2320964
41. Laxmibai National Instt. Of Physical Education, Race Course Rd. Gwalior 2340286
Fax- 2340553
42. Wendy High School Gandhi Road Gwalior 2341873
43. Ayurvedic College, Amkho Gwalior-9 2322802
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Places to See:
The Fort
Standing on a steep mass of sandstone, Gwalior Fort dominates the city and is its most significant monument.
It has been the scene of momentous events, imprisonment, battles and jauhars . A steep road winds upwards to the fort, flanked by statues of the Jain tirthankaras, carved into the rock face. The magnificent outer walls of the fort still stand, two miles in length and 35 feet high, bearing witness to its reputation for being one of the most invincible forts of India. This imposing structure inspired Emperor Babur to describe it as " the pearl amongst the fortresses of Hind ".
Gujari Mahal
Within the fort are some marvels of medieval architecture. The 15th century Gujari Mahal is a monument to the love of Raja Mansingh Tomar for his intrepid Gujar Queen, Mrignayani. The outer structure of Gujari Mahal has survived in an almost total state of preservation; the interior has been converted into Archaeological Museum housing rare antiquities,some of them dating back to the 1st century A.D. Even though many of these have been defaced by the iconoclastic Mughals , their perfection of form has survived the ravages of time. Particularly worth seeing is the statue of Shalbhanjika from Gyraspur, the tree goddess, the epitome of perfection in miniature . The statue is kept in the custody of the museum's curator, and can be seen on request.
Ghaus Mohammed's Tomb
The sandstone mausoleum of the Afghan prince, Ghaus Mohammed, is also designed on early Mughal lines. Particularly exquisite are the screens which use the pierced stone technique as delicate as lace. It is on the way to Gwalior fort near Hazira from Railway Station.
Man Mandir Palace
Built between 1486 and 1517 by Raja Mansingh. The tiles that once adorned its exterior have not survived , but at the entrance , traces of these still remain. Within the palace rooms stand bare , stripped of their former glory, testifying to the passing of the centuries. Vast chambers with fine stone screens were once the music halls, and behind these screens, the royal ladies would learn music from the great masters of the day. Below, circular dungeons housed the state prisoners of the Mughals. Emperor Aurangzeb had his brother , Murad imprisoned , and later executed here. Close by is Jauhar Pond, where in the Rajpit tradition, the ranis committed mass sati after their consorts had been defeated in battle. At Man Mandir Palace, a poignant ambience of those days of chivalry and heroism still lingers in the silent chambers. A superbly mounted Son-et-Lumiere here brings it all alive every evening.
Gurudwara Data Bandhi Chhod
Built in the memory of Guru Hargobind Saheb , the 6th Sikh Guru who was imprisoned here by Emperor Jehangir for over two years. It is located on the Gwalior Fort.
Distance from Railway Station / Bus Stand : 6.00 Kms Approx.
Gopachal
Gopachal Parvat - situated on the Mountain Area at slopes of Gwalior Fort carries unique statue of Jain Tirthankars. The largest Idol of Bhagwan Parshwanath on Lotus is the largest statue(in single stone piece) in the world, being 47 feet high and 30 feet in width. 26 Jain statues in a series give a beautiful and attractivce picturescue. Built between 1398 to 1536 by Tomar Kings - these Jain Tirthankars Statues are a species of Architecture and a treasure of Old Indian heritage and culture. Distance from Railway Station / Bus Stand : 2.00 Kms Approx.
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Sun Temple
Located near the Residency at Morar, the newly constructed Sun Temple takes its inspiration from the famous Konark Sun Temple in Orissa.
Distance from Railway Station / Bus Stand : 5.00 Kms. Approx.
Sarod Ghar
This Museum of Music has been set up in the old ancestral house of the legendary Ustad Hafiz Ali Khan. It houses ancient instruments of the great Indian Masters of yesteryears.It also houses an impressive collection of photographs and documents.
Sarod Ghar is a unique institution devoted to promoting Indian classical music, heritage and culture.Through this 'window' to the past , music lovers can gain a better understanding of the evolution and history of our classical music and a deeper perspective and insight into the context of the art as it exists today.
Ustad Hafiz Ali Khan Memorial Trust, Hafiz Ali Khan Road, Jiwaji Ganj, Lashkar, Gwalior - 474001
Timings : 10.00 AM to 5:00 PM (Lunch time : 1:30 PM to 2.00 PM) Monday Closed
Distance from Railway Station / Bus Stand : 5-6 Kms. Approx.
Jai Vilas Palace and Museum
A splendor of a different kind exists in the Jai Vilas Palace, current residence of the Scindia family. Some 25 rooms have been turned into the Jivaji Rao Scindia Museum, and in these rooms , so evocative of a regal lifestyle, the past comes alive. Jai Vilas is an Italianate structure which combines the Tuscan and Corinthian architectural modes. The imposing Darbar Hall has two central chandeliers weighing a couple of tonnes, and hung only after ten elephants had tested the strength of the roof. Ceilings picked out in gilt, heavy draperies and tapestries , fine Persian carpets and antique furniture from France and Italy are the features of these spacious rooms. Eye catching treasures include : a silver train with cutglass wagons which served guests as it chugged around the table on miniature rails; a glass cradle from Italy used for the baby Krishna each Janmashtami, silver dinner services and swords that were once worn by Aurangzeb and Shah Jahan. These are ,besides, personal momentoes of past members of the Scindia family : the jeweled slippers that belonged to Chinkoo Rani , four-poster beds, gifts from practically every country in the world, hunting trophies and portraits. The Scindia Museum offers an unparalled glimpse into the rich culture and lifestyle of princely India.
Timings : 10.00 AM to 5:00 PM : Monday Closed
Distance from Railway Station / Bus Stand : 1.5 -2 Kms. Approx.
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MP/MLAs:
MEMBERS OF LOK SABHA ,RAJYA
. SABHA ,VIDHAN SABHA
Sno Name Constituency Phone No.
1 Smt. Maya Singh Member of Rajya Sabha Gwalior 0751-2320518
2 Smt. Yashodhara Raje Scindia Member of Parliament Gwalior 0751-2323431
011-26881140
1 Shri Narendra Singh Tomar MLA 15-Gwalior 0751-2368642
0755-2441560
2 Shri Anup Mishra MLA 16-Lashkar East 0751-2439555
0755-2441362
3 Shri Narayan Singh Kushwah MLA 17- Lashkar West 0751-2358200
0755-2440575
4 Shri Dhyanendra Singh MLA 18-Morar 0751-2320518
0755-2440518
5 Shri Brijendra Tiwari MLA 19-Gird 0751-2325959
9425110455(M)
0755-2440519
6 Shri Narottam Mishra MLA 20-Dabra 0751-2440520
9425117366 (M)
Contacts:
The Districts Informatics Officer,
National Informatics Centre,
C/o Collectorate, Gorkhi,
Gwalior - 474 001
Phone #:0751-2331817 (O)
0751-2388568 (R)
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University:
Jiwaji University (JU), Hindi: जीवाजी विशवविधालय, is an affiliating university situated in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India. The name comes from that of George Jivajirao Scindia of Gwalior. The university was established on May 23, 1964 and Sarvapelli Radhakrishnan, the President of India, laid the foundation stone of the University Campus on December 11, 1964. It is fully accredited by the Indian government. The University offers affiliation to institutions of higher learning in six districts of Gwalior and Chambal Division: Gwalior, Morena, Bhind, Guna, Shivpuri and Datia. It started with 29 affiliated colleges and now more than 100 colleges are affiliated to it. (www.jiwaji.edu) Research Institutes of GwaliorCancer Research Institute
Defence research Institute
Potato Research Institute
Cancer Research College Of Life Science
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