Bhavnagar district, Administrative district in Gujarat, India
The district extends over 7,034 square kilometers in southeastern Gujarat, featuring coastal regions along the Gulf of Khambhat and numerous small villages.
The territory operated as a princely state under Gohil Rajput rule until 1948, when it integrated into independent India following the end of British colonial period.
The population maintains strong religious practices with 91 percent following Hinduism, while local traditions manifest through regional music, dance performances and seasonal festivals.
Visitors reach the district through Bhavnagar Airport, which connects to major Indian cities, while an extensive network of roads links to surrounding regions.
The Alang Port within the district functions as one of the world's primary ship dismantling locations, processing numerous vessels annually for metal recycling.
Location: Gujarat
Capital city: Bhavnagar
Shares border with: Ahmedabad district, Botad district, Amreli district
Website: https://bhavnagar.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 21.77028,72.14306
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:18
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