Savarkundla


Savarkundla is a city and a municipality in Amreli district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a twin city formed when the cities of Savar and Kundla merged.

Demographics

According to the 2011 census, Savarkundla had a population of 78,354. Males constituted 52% of the population and females 48%. 11% of the population was under 6 years of age.

Geography

Savarkundla is situated on the southern Saurashtra plateau. It is an area of hilly terrain. Ground water table is very low. The water contains a high level of total dissolved solids along with excess levels of sodium and phosphate. The water extracted from bore-wells is hot. The Navli river flows from south to north during the monsoon season. Moreover, this river flows exactly from the between of this town and thus dividing it in two parts: Savar and Kundla. Kundla is western bank of Navli and Savar lies on eastern bank.

Economy

Savarkundla is widely known for its weighing scale industry, which engages approximately one-third of the town’s population. The city is a leading manufacturer of mechanical weighing scales in India and is increasingly emerging as a hub for the assembly of electronic weighing scales. In addition to this specialized industry, the surrounding district’s economy relies on agriculture, particularly Kesar mango cultivation, dairy farming, and the adoption of modern farm mechanization techniques.

Culture

Savarkundla celebrates major festivals including Navratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Janmashtami. A distinctive local tradition during Diwali is Ingoriya ni Ladai, in which residents of the historically separate areas of Savar and Kundla gather for a symbolic contest. Handmade "Ingoriya" fireworks, prepared from local fruits, are exchanged between participants on the riverfront or designated venues as part of the celebration. This long-standing custom is considered an important part of the town’s cultural heritage and is observed with great enthusiasm by locals and visitors alike.ref>

Notable People

  • Morarji Desai – Former Prime Minister of India; attended primary school in Savarkundla.
  • Manhar Udhas – Singer and ghazal artist; born in Savarkundla.
  • Ratilal Borisagar – Gujarati writer and humorist; born and educated in Savarkundla.