Baran district, Administrative district in Rajasthan, India
Description
Baran district is an administrative region in Rajasthan with varied terrain shaped by three major rivers—the Kalisindh, Parvati, and Parban—that flow through its boundaries. The area sits at approximately 262 meters elevation and features diverse landscape types.
History
The district was separated from neighboring Kota in 1991 and established as an independent administrative division. This administrative reorganization marks a turning point in the region's recent development.
Culture
The Hadoti language shapes daily communication and connects locals through a shared linguistic heritage that has endured for generations. You'll hear it spoken throughout markets, villages, and streets, where it remains central to the region's identity.
Practical
National Highway 76 links the region to neighboring areas and makes it easy to reach. The railway station on the Kota-Bina line offers train connections to major cities.
Did you know?
A 10th-century temple built in Khajuraho architectural style stands near a meteorite impact crater, roughly 40 kilometers from the city. This rare combination of cultural landmark and cosmic event makes the location particularly notable for visitors.
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