Karauli
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Karauli (also formerly spelled Karoli or Karaulee) is a city located in the
Geography
Karauli is located at 26°30′N 77°01′E / 26.5°N 77.02°E.[2] It has an average elevation of 275 metres (902 ft).
Temples
There are four major temples in Karauli district, hence they are called Char Dham of Karauli:
- Kaila devi, Karauli.
- Shri Radha Madan Mohan Ji Mandir, Karauli.
- Mehandipur Balaji Temple, Todabhim Karauli.
- Anjani Mata Temple, Karauli.
Major temples at villages
History
Ancient history
Karauli was a part of the
Earlier, Karauli, along with Alwar, was part of the Matsya kingdom, according to the legend of Mahabharata. The modern
A municipality was established at Karauli in 1884.[6]
Monuments
Shri Mahavirji
Shri Mahavirji is ornamented with many pinnacles. This temple is surrounded by
Kaila Devi Temple
Kaila Devi (Goddess) temple is located on the banks of the Kalisil river in Karauli district. The temple is devoted to the tutelary deity, goddess Kaila, of the erstwhile princely rulers of the Karauli state. It is marble structures with a large courtyard of a checkered floor. In one place are a number of red flags planted by devotees. A fair is held here during the dark half of Chaitra (March–April), which lasts for a fortnight.
In the sanctum sanctorum, there are two idols. The idol of Kaila Devi is slightly reclined as the neck of the goddess is bent. The idols are very old and they are made of the locally available stone. The temple is a fine example of medieval architecture. The shikhar is very high, like a pyramid. The Jagmohan or the prayer hall is also the same. The ornamental work, engraving and encarving have been done on walls and pillars. The temple stands on a rocky elevation.
Demographics
As of 2011 India census, Karauli had a population of 82,960. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Karauli has an average literacy rate of 53%, lower than the national average of 59.5%. Male literacy is 65%, and female literacy is 41%. In Karauli, 19% of the population is under 6 years of age.
References
- ^ "Karauli Info".
- ^ "Maps, Weather, and Airports for Karauli, India".
- ^ Chisholm, Hugh, ed. (1911). . Encyclopædia Britannica. Vol. 15 (11th ed.). Cambridge University Press. p. 677.
- ISBN 9781315391441.
- ISBN 9780520375758.
- ISBN 9788129108906.