ancient ruins
Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park
A UNESCO site with a concentration of unexcavated archaeological heritage blending Hindu and Islamic architecture, topped by the hilltop Kalika Mata Temple.
35 km · about 40 min drive
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Sankheda
Gujarat, India · Asia
About Sankheda
Sankheda sits on the route: 30 minutes from Dabhoi, 35km from Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park.
Sankheda is in Gujarat, India, with about 12,000 people. You drive on the left here. The nearest town is Dabhoi, about 15 km away.
The town of Sankheda (Gujarati: સંખેડા Saṅkheḍā) in Chhota Udaipur district is known for its lacquer work. The work is done on country wood which, being brown, gives darker shades.
It is known for its handcrafted furniture, which is made from teak wood. This furniture is exported to countries all over theRead more
world.
Sankheda is located on the banks of the Orsang River. It is located 55 km away from Vadodara. The neighboring towns are Dabhoi (21 km), Bodeli (21 km), and Waghodia (27 km).
Development of this town comes from a huge contribution made by Dr. Jethalal K. Parikh, who worked really hard to provide good education and employment to the local community. There are schools and hospitals named after his wife. The local community appreciates his efforts to develop the town. A road was named after him, and there is a statue of him at the entrance to the town.
Shri Bhikhubhai Shah, who was a freedom fighter and a lawyer, donated agricultural land in the "Bhumidan Movement" by Vinoba Bhave.
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Within an hour or so of Sankheda: Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park (35 km), Statue of Unity (40 km).
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Sankheda is in Gujarat, India, about 15 km from Dabhoi.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 12,077
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- India
- Region
- Gujarat
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Coordinates
- 22.1702, 73.5782
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2 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Statue of Unity
World's tallest statue at 182 metres, depicting Indian independence leader Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Gujarat.
40 km · about 45 min drive
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