History
The city of Aklera is situated in the south-eastern region of Rajasthan, a region widely known as Hadoti (Hadavati), the land of Hadas. The Hadas are a major branch of the great Chauhan clan of Agnikula Rajputs. In the 12th century A.D., Hada Rao Deva conquered this territory and founded Bundi state and Hadauti. Later in the early 17th century A. D. during the reign of Mughal emperor Jahangir, the Ruler of Bundi, Rao Ratan Singh gave the smaller principality of Kota to his son, Madho Singh, but when Sahajahan became the emperor, he issued a Farmaan in the name of Madho Singh, recognizing as him the King of Kota. The domain of the Hadas of Bundi and Kota extended from the hills of Bundi in the west to the Malwa plateau in the east, with a similar expense from north to south.Geography
At the border of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, nudging its fat belly into neighboring MP is this fascinating place - Aklera. Aklera is located at . It has an average elevation of . The State of Jhalawar was founded on 8 April 1838, out of the Kota territory. Jhalawar state got rise as a result of a treaty between English rulers, Kota state, and Malwa state. * Nearby Airports (200 miles): Bhopal(BHO, 92.6476 miles), Indore(IDR, 123.35 miles), Gwalior(GWL, 151.108 miles), Jaipur(JAI, 177.505 miles), Khajuraho(HJR, 180.542 miles) * Nearby Railway Stations Chabra Gugor (45 km), Jhalawar city (53 km), Chachaura-Binaganj (60 km), Byavra-Rajgarh (80 km). Also a new railway line is proposed between Bhopal to Ramganj Mandi via Aklera. * Aklera has good connectivity by roads. NH 12 Jabalpur-Jaipur Highway passes from Aklera. There are Many RSRTC, MPRTC and Private buses are available from Aklera to the various parts of Rajasthan as like Jhalawar, Kota, Baran, Ajmer, Jaipur, Tonk, Sawai Madhopur, Bundi, Udaipur, Chittorgarh etc And in Madhya Pradesh as like Bhopal, Indore, Ujjain, Byavra-Rajgarh, Khilchipur, Soyat, Guna etc. Aklera area is an expanse of fertile plain having rich black-cotton soil. It is watered by several rivers, giving it a verdant look: Parvan, Chapi etc.Climate
The climate of the area is very much similar to that of the Indo-Gangetic plain, with hot dry summer and delightfully cold winters. The monsoon is, however, quite unlike and very distinct from the oppressive humid climate of the North India plains. Aklera's district (Jhalawar district) is known for the highest rainfall in the Rajasthan state. An average of 35 inches of rainfall keeps it cool, and gentle breezes ward off the stifling humidity. * Summer : 49.0 °C (Max), 32.5 °C (Min) * Winter : 32.5 °C (Max), 9.5 °C (Min) * Average Rainfall : 943 mm (Per Year) * Best Season to travel : September - MarchDemographics
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On national highway, a big temple called RAM Mandir is situated.Economy
Economy is based on agriculture in area. This area is known for the highest rainfall in the Rajasthan state. This rain is very helpful for the farmers of the region. Besides this satisfying rainfall, district has a lot of irrigation dams, ponds, and medium scale projects, that are serving according to the needs of farmers. District area of Aklera, Jhalawar is also known for the Production of Citrus (Oranges). The area around Bhawani Mandi has the distinction of being an important place on the International and National Citrus (Naarangi) fruit map. Orange-laden orchards provide a tempting sight. Citrus produced in Jhalawar region are of export-quality, and are exported to various foreign countries. Citrus-belt is spread around the Bhawani Mandi, Jhalawar and Pirawa sub-divisions. Agricultural Information of Area Total land area (irrigated) : 60% Total land area (non-irrigated) : 40% Major crops of the region KHARIF Soya Bean : Pulses : Jowar : Maize : RABI Wheat : Mustard : Grain : Coriander :Education
For Higher Education : * Mahatma Gandhi College of Nursing * Nirogdham School of Nursing * NJSS Manu Public School * Tagore ITI * Tagore T T College * Tagore Degree College * Tagore AWTC * Tagore Public School * Millennium TT College * Vijayaraje Mahila TT College * NJSS Boarding School * Government Higher Secondary School * Govt Girls Higher Secondary School * Adrash Bal Vidya Mandir * Meera Children Sr. Sec. School * Tilak public school * Modern Sr.Sec.School * The Study International School * Gurukul Education Academy * Govt Middle School * Govt Girls Middle School * Seedling School * Royal Secondary School * Mother Teresa * New Nalanda Sr. Sec. School * Nav-Pallavan School * Gour Education Group * Bhagwati Secondary School * L.B.S. SchoolMilitary
Manohar Thana means "beautiful outpost". It is a well-walled town with a strong fort. The fort commands the meeting place of two rivers Parvan and Kaalikhad. The fort has a double fortification outer wall and battlements, inside which runs another circle of walls and battlements. A good dak-bungalow is lately constructed here in the fort with good plantation around. Manohar Thana was a principal seat of Bhil kings who were supplanted by Hada Rajputs of Bundi. This fort in the tribal area of Manohar Thana once occupied an important strategic position. The oldest rock inscription of the area was found here. The fort and some marvellously built temples are worth a visit.References
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