Ghatkopar
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Ghatkopar | |
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| Area code | 022 |
| Vehicle registration | MH-03 |
| Website | http://ghatkoparassociation.org/ |
Ghatkopar (Pronunciation:
History
Ghatkopar in the 1920s was a village ringed by creeks and salt pans. It was administered by a municipal council led by a Collector of the Suburban District. It became part of Greater Bombay in 1945.
There are many interpretations to how Ghatkopar got its name. Some say it refers to the hill range tapering off at Thane, "Ghat ke upar", which roughly means "on top of hill". Others believe the name is derived from the Marathi word for "corner" of the Western Ghats- "Kopara", therefore, Ghat-kopara.[2]
The names given to roads in Ghatkopar offer an interesting peek into its recent history. It has roads like Nowrojee Lane for Nowrojee Sheth, Cama Lane after Lady Cama, Hingwala Lane after a family dealing with asafoetida.[3]
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References
- ^ "Population of Mumbai in 2021".
- ^ "Ghatkopar Has Resonated With Patriotism And Politics, Faith And Fervour For Over A Century". mid-day.com. 29 April 2017. Retrieved 21 September 2020.
- ^ "Ghatkopar Has Resonated With Patriotism And Politics, Faith And Fervour For Over A Century". mid-day.com. 29 April 2017. Retrieved 21 September 2020.
- Times of India, Retrieved 18 October 2011
- ^ "Mumbai's first metro may chug in 2013". DNA India, Retrieved 8 May 2012
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