Biaora

Biaora

Biyavra, ब्यावरा
Biaora Biyavra, ब्यावरा
City
	Biaora
	Resting Shed at Biaora Railway Station
	Biaora
	Coordinates: 23°55′10″N 76°54′36″E / 23.9194°N 76.9099°E
Country	India
State	Madhya Pradesh
District	Rajgarh
Established	17th century
Elevation	415 m (1,362 ft)
Population (2011)
• Total	89,093
• Density	300/km2 (780/sq mi)
Languages
• Official	Hindi
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN	465674
07374	465674
Vehicle registration	MP 39 XXXX

Biaora is a town located in Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh, India. With a population of around 40,000, the town is known for its distinctive architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture.^{[citation needed]}

History and language

Biaora was considered an important center of trade and commerce during the medieval period and was ruled by various dynasties, including the Rajputs and the Marathas.^{[citation needed]} The city was known as Biyasalpur in the 17th century.

The Malvi dialect spoken in Biaora is Umadwadi.^[1]

Geography

Biaora is located at 23°52′N 76°55′E / 23.87°N 76.92°E / 23.87; 76.92.^[2] It has an average elevation of 415 metres (1,362 ft).^{[citation needed]} The town is at a distance of 110 kilometres from Bhopal, 184 km from Indore and 120 km from Vidisha.^{[citation needed]}

The town lies at the northern edge of the Malwa plateau. Black soil, light red soil, and coarse sands are the main soil types available in Biaora. The Ajnar River flows through the city.^[3]

Climate

Biaora has a humid subtropical climate, with three different seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. Summers start in mid-March. The weather can be extremely hot in April and May, with daytime temperatures sometimes reaching 45 to 48 °C (113 to 118 °F). Average summer temperatures range from 36 to 39 °C (97 to 102 °F), with very low humidity. Winters are moderate and usually dry. Minimum temperatures can be as low as 4 to 6 °C (39 to 43 °F), with a usual temperature range of 8 to 26 °C (46 to 79 °F). The monsoon season typically occurs from mid-June to mid-September, contributing 32 to 35 inches (81 to 89 cm) of annual rainfall. About 95% of the rain occurs during the monsoon season.^{[citation needed]}

Demographics

As of the 2011 census of India,^[4] Biaora had a population of 49,093. The town has an average literacy rate of 75%, higher than the national average. Around 15% of the population is under six years of age.^[4]

Education

Biaora has the highest number of schools in the Rajgarh District,^{[citation needed]} with over 20 private schools and several large government schools.^{[citation needed]} PG College (formally Subhas Chandra College), located on Rajgarh Road, is the only higher education institute in the city.^{[citation needed]}

Nearby attractions

Biaora is home to many notable examples of Rajput and Maratha architecture, including temples, palaces, and other historic buildings.^{[citation needed]} It is known for its historical significance, hosting the ruins of an ancient fort and the picturesque Kali Mata Temple.^{[citation needed]}

Anjani Laal Mandir

Source:^[5]

Multiple temples are located here.

Pashupati Nath Ghurel temple

Source:^[6]

The Pashupati Nath Ghurel temple is dedicated to Pashupati.The town gathers for the Makar Sakranti mela at this place.

Veshnodevi Temple Suthalia

Veshnodevi Temple is located 26 km from Biora, near Suthalia and the Maksudangarh–Latteri road. In this temple, Veshnodham Cave was also constructed imitating the Vaishno Devi Temple.^[7]^{[clarification needed]}

Mohanpura Dam

The Mohanpura Dam is on the Nevaj River, 16 km from Biaora's railway station.^[8] It is part of the Mohanpura–Kundalia lift irrigation project, delivering water using pressurized pipes.^[9]^{[self-published source?]} The dam project was initiated in 2014 to help farmers who were forced to migrate due to acute water scarcity seasonally, as well as provide water for domestic and industrial uses.^[10]^[8] The dam was inaugurated on June 23, 2018,^[11] costing 3,800 crore rupees.^[12]^[8] The catchment area intercepted at the dam site is 3,726 km² and has a gross storage capacity of million cubic metres;^[8]^[10] as of 2024, it provided irrigation for 110,000 hectares, intending to irrigate 145,000 hectares.^[12]^[10]

Transportation

National Highway 52, National Highway 46, and National Highway 752B pass through Biaora.^{[citation needed]}

Biyavra Rajgarh Railway Station (BRRG) is a small railway station located in Biaora. It is situated off Mumbai-Agra Road (NH 46) and serves as a vital connection for passengers traveling between Indore and Bhopal. The station features two platforms and basic amenities such as ticket counters, waiting rooms, and public restrooms.^{[citation needed]} BRRG/Biyavra Rajgarh^[13] is located on the Indore–Gwalior line.^[14]

References

↑ "The Malvi-speaking people of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan: a sociolinguistic profile" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 30 September 2015. Retrieved 1 October 2017.
↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Biaora
↑ "Brief Industrial Profile of Rajgarh District Madhya Pradesh" (PDF). dcmsme.gov.in. Retrieved 24 March 2024.
1 2 "Biaora Town Population Census 2011". Census 2011.
↑ "Home". www.anjanilalmandir.in (in Hindi). Retrieved 23 December 2024.
↑ "Ghurel Pashupatinath Temple-Biaora". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
↑ "Veshnodevi Temple Suthalia-Biaora". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Retrieved 13 March 2026.
1 2 3 4 "Mohanpura dam Rajgarh". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Retrieved 13 March 2026.
↑ "Mohanpura Kundaliya Project site tour – Shirley E. Clark, Ph.D., P.E., D. WRE". sites.psu.edu. Retrieved 13 March 2026.
1 2 3 "Mohanpura-Kundalia Irrigation Project: India's Smartest and most innovative Irrigation Project" (PDF). Ministry of Jal Shakti Department of Water Resources.
↑ "Farmers Affected by Mohanpura Irrigation Dam in MP Await Compensation, Rehabilitation | Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh". www.landconflictwatch.org. Retrieved 13 March 2026.
1 2 Ansari, Abdul Wasim (31 December 2024). "Mohanpura irrigation project: promises vs reality". Ground Report. Retrieved 13 March 2026.
↑ "Biyavra Rajgarh Railway Station Map/Atlas WCR/West Central Zone – Railway Enquiry".
↑ "36 Departures from Biyavra Rajgarh WCR/West Central Zone – Railway Enquiry".

[1] "The Malvi-speaking people of Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan: a sociolinguistic profile" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 30 September 2015. Retrieved 1 October 2017.

[2] Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Biaora

[3] "Brief Industrial Profile of Rajgarh District Madhya Pradesh" (PDF). dcmsme.gov.in. Retrieved 24 March 2024.

[:0-4] 1 2 "Biaora Town Population Census 2011". Census 2011.

[5] "Home". www.anjanilalmandir.in (in Hindi). Retrieved 23 December 2024.

[6] "Ghurel Pashupatinath Temple-Biaora". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh.

[7] "Veshnodevi Temple Suthalia-Biaora". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Retrieved 13 March 2026.

[:1-8] 1 2 3 4 "Mohanpura dam Rajgarh". District Rajgarh, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Retrieved 13 March 2026.

[9] "Mohanpura Kundaliya Project site tour – Shirley E. Clark, Ph.D., P.E., D. WRE". sites.psu.edu. Retrieved 13 March 2026.

[:2-10] 1 2 3 "Mohanpura-Kundalia Irrigation Project: India's Smartest and most innovative Irrigation Project" (PDF). Ministry of Jal Shakti Department of Water Resources.

[11] "Farmers Affected by Mohanpura Irrigation Dam in MP Await Compensation, Rehabilitation | Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh". www.landconflictwatch.org. Retrieved 13 March 2026.

[:3-12] 1 2 Ansari, Abdul Wasim (31 December 2024). "Mohanpura irrigation project: promises vs reality". Ground Report. Retrieved 13 March 2026.

[13] "Biyavra Rajgarh Railway Station Map/Atlas WCR/West Central Zone – Railway Enquiry".

[14] "36 Departures from Biyavra Rajgarh WCR/West Central Zone – Railway Enquiry".

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