The district of Bharatpur lies to the extreme east of the state of Rajasthan with a common border with the state of Uttar Pradesh. It has a rich cultural heritage and historical significance. It is believed that it is named after Lord Rama's brother Bharat. Also that the Pandava princes had spent the 13th year of their exile here. It has a connection to Lord Krishna as he had spent his early life in the Brij region. It is also home to the very popular Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary that attracts numerous exotic birds from all over the world. The district has many unique events and festivals that are celebrated in true Braj tradition, such as Holi and Bharatpur Pashu Mela. Due to its rich and ancient royal history there are numerous majestic palaces, temples and forts. Tourism is a major source of income for the district due to religious pilgrimage visitors, bird watchers and history lovers.
Here are a few more details about the place.
Area - 5,066 sq.km
Population - 25,48,462 as per 2011 Census
Population rank in India - 166th out of 640
District Headquarters - Bharatpur City
Number of Talukas - 12
Talukas - Bharatpur, Bhusawar, Вауана, Deeg, Kaman, Kumber, Nagar, Nadbai, Pahari,Roopwas, Weir, Uchchain
Villages - 1524
Languages Spoken - Hindi, Mewati, Braj
Geographical Borders -
North - Gurugram, Uttar Pradesh
South - Agra, Uttar Pradesh and Dholpur, Rajasthan
East - Mathura
West - Dausa, Alwa
Primary Crops - Wheat, Rice, Cotton, Maize, Millets, Tobacco, Red Chillies, Potato, Oilseeds like Sesame, Groundnut, Mustard
Water Sources - Rivers Gambhir, Rooparel, Ban Ganga
Natural Resources - Flora and Fauna, Natural beauty, Fertile soil
Economy - Agriculture, Stone quarrying, Oil production and Tourism
Distance from
Mathura - 34 kms
Agra - 55 kms
Jaipur - 178 kms
New Delhi - 184 kms
Mumbai - 1,207km
How to reach :-
Via Airports - The nearest domestic airport is the Agra Airport or the Kheria Air Force Station at a distance of 55 kms. While the nearest international airport is Jaipur International Airport at a distance of 175 kms
Via Railways - The district is well-connected with most major cities and towns in and out of the State.
Via Roadways - The district has a good network of roadways connecting it to most major cities in and out of the state. NH21 links Jaipur - Bharatpur - Agra
Tourist Attractions include -
Bandh Baratha
Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
Bharatpur Palace and Museum
Deeg Town
Deeg Fort
Ganga Mandir
Iron fort / Lohagarh fort
Keoladeo Ghana National Park
Kaman Town
Laxman Mandir
Best time to visit - The monsoon months for the migratory birds
Unique feature of the district - Sweets and Milk products
Emergency Contact Information -
District Collector Phone Number - 056 4422 3355
Email Address - dm-bha-rj@nic.in
Police - 100
Fire Brigade - 101
Ambulance - 102 / 108
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