Eka is a town in
Jasrana Tehsil, pincode 283152
Firozabad district
Firozabad district () is one of the western Districts of Uttar Pradesh, districts of the Indian States and territories of India, state of Uttar Pradesh, which has Firozabad city as its district headquarters. Administratively, the district is a ...
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Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh ( ; UP) is a States and union territories of India, state in North India, northern India. With over 241 million inhabitants, it is the List of states and union territories of India by population, most populated state in In ...
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India
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.
The town was formerly part of
Mainpuri district
Mainpuri district () is one of the Districts of Uttar Pradesh, districts in the Agra division of Uttar Pradesh, India. Mainpuri town is the district headquarters. It consists of six tehsils, namely Mainpuri, Bhongaon, Karhal, Kishni, Kuraoli, K ...
but upon establishment of the new district of Firozabad on 5 February 1989 the town was constituted under Firozabad. Eka is located on a link road that connects National Highway 2 NH2 from
Shikohabad
Shikohabad is a city and a municipal board in the Firozabad district of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.
Bateshwar, a famous Hindu pilgrimage centre dedicated to Shiva, and also a famous Jain Tirth on the banks of River Yamuna, is situat ...
to National Highway 91 NH91 from
Etah. The nearest railway station is Shikohabad (35 km) and the nearest international airport is New Delhi (approximately 280 km).
Agra
Agra ( ) is a city on the banks of the Yamuna river in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, about south-east of the national capital Delhi and 330 km west of the state capital Lucknow. With a population of roughly 1.6 million, Agra is the ...
, home of the
Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal ( ; ; ) is an ivory-white marble mausoleum on the right bank of the river Yamuna in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was commissioned in 1631 by the fifth Mughal Empire, Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan () to house the tomb of his belo ...
, is 80 km from Eka.
The Fort of Eka, located in the town of Eka in Firozabad district, Uttar Pradesh, is a historic monument that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region. Built by Raja Kaushal Kishore Singh, a Rajput zamindar and the hereditary ruler of Eka, the fort stands as a testament to his legacy and the grandeur of Rajput architecture. The fort is known for its strong defensive walls, intricately designed gateways, and traditional Rajput-style architecture, showcasing a blend of strength and artistic elegance. Inside the fort, several antique relics, including the swords, armory, and personal belongings of Raja Kaushal Kishore Singh, are preserved, offering a glimpse into the royal past. The fort also features spacious courtyards, underground chambers, and ancient temples, which add to its historical significance. Over time, it has remained a popular destination for history enthusiasts and travelers who seek to explore the legacy of the Rajput rulers in Uttar Pradesh.
References
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Villages in Firozabad district