Ahmedabad, the largest city of Gujarat and sixth largest city of india is located in the western region of India. Ahmedabad is situated at the bank of Sabarmati River. Formerly Ahmedabad was known as Manchester of India for its textile industries. Ahmedabad is also called Karnavati and amdavad. Ahmedabad is famous for its diversified culture and various festivals such as Uttrayan (Festival of Kites), Navaratri (Festival of ras garba), Rathyatra (Festiavl of Lord Jagannath).
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Area |
The city spans an area of 205 sq km (79.15 sq miles) |
| Altitude |
55m above sea level. |
| Languages |
Gujarati, Hindi and English. |
| Climate |
There are typically three main seasons – summer, monsoon and winter.
Summers ( March to June)
Winters ( November-February)
Monsoon ( July-September) |
| Mercury Level |
Maximum Temperature: 47 degree centigrade.
Minimum Temperature: 5 degree centigrade.
Rainfall: 93.2cm (36.7 inches). |
| Population |
Over 4million. |
| Religion |
Hinduism is the major Religion observed here. Other religions include Buddhism, Islam, Jainism, Zoroastrianism and Christianity. |
| Literacy Rate |
73.20% |
| Latitude |
230º 1' North Latitude |
| Longitude |
720º 41' East Longitude |
| Average Rainfall |
93.2 cm |
| Agriculture |
Diary products, Food grains, Fruits & Vegetables and Processed food. |
| Telecommunication |
International code: ++91
Local Area code: 079 |
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