Surendranagar district

Surendranagar is an administrative district in Gujarat comprising nine smaller administrative subdivisions that together form a rural and semi-urban landscape. The area is known for cotton farming, salt production facilities, and various agricultural processing operations.

The region contains archaeological findings from the Late Stone Age and traces of the Indus Valley civilization near the Rangpur settlement. These ancient remains demonstrate that human activity has existed here for thousands of years.

The region is home to a predominantly Hindu population living alongside Muslim and Jain communities in close proximity. Gujarati serves as the common language that connects people across different backgrounds.

The area is well connected through road networks to major cities and functions as a central transportation hub for the region. Visitors should prepare for warm weather and plan their trips during the cooler months for the most comfortable experience.

The region holds significant importance in India's salt production industry and contributes a major portion of the nation's salt supply. This salt manufacturing is a key economic activity that shapes both the landscape and local livelihoods.

Location: Gujarat

Capital city: Surendranagar

Elevation above the sea: 547 m

Shares border with: Kutch district, Ahmedabad district, Morbi district, Patan district, Rajkot district, Botad district, Mehsana district

Website: https://surendranagar.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 22.73000,71.51000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 01:35