Gandhinagar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gandhinagar
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    Clockwise, from top: Akshardham temple, Gandhinagar Capital railway station Overview, Gujarat Science City, Mahatma Mandir
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| Country |  India |
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| State |  Gujarat |
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| District | Gandhinagar | |
| Region | North Gujarat | |
| Named for | Mahatma Gandhi | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Mayor–Council | |
| • Body | Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 326 km2 (126 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 81 m (266 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 292,167 | |
| • Density | 896.2/km2 (2,321/sq mi) | |
| Languages | ||
| • Official | Gujarati, Hindi, and English | |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) | |
| PIN CODE |
382010
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| Telephone code | 079 | |
| Vehicle registration | GJ-18 | |
Gandhinagar (/ɡɑːndɪˈnɑːɡər/) is the capital city of the state of Gujarat in India. It is located about 23 km north of Ahmedabad, another large city.
Gandhinagar sits on the west bank of the Sabarmati River. It is about 545 km north of Mumbai and 901 km southwest of Delhi. The famous Akshardham temple is also in Gandhinagar. The city was planned by Indian experts, Prakash M Apte and H. K. Mewada. This was because Gujarat is the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi.
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What's in a Name?
The name "Gandhinagar" means "Gandhi's city." It was named after Mahatma Gandhi, a very important leader in India's history.
A Look at History
The city of Gandhinagar was carefully planned in the 1960s. The main architect was H.K. Mewada, who studied at Cornell University. His assistant, Prakash M Apte, also helped a lot with the design.
Who Lives in Gandhinagar?
According to a 2011 count, Gandhinagar had a population of 208,299 people. Slightly more than half (53%) were males, and 47% were females. Most people in Gandhinagar can read and write, with an average literacy rate of 90%. About 11% of the population was under 6 years old. Over 95% of the people living in Gandhinagar are Hindus.
Exploring Gandhinagar's Geography
Gandhinagar is about 81 m above sea level. It is located on the banks of the Sabarmati River in north-central Gujarat. The city covers an area of 326 km2. The Sabarmati River sometimes dries up in the summer, leaving only a small amount of water. Gandhinagar is known as India's "tree capital" because 54% of its land area is covered in green plants and trees!
Weather in Gandhinagar
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Gandhinagar has three main seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. Outside of the monsoon season, the weather is usually dry and hot.
- Summer: From March to May, it's very hot. Temperatures can go from 36 °C to 42 °C.
- Monsoon: From mid-June to mid-September, the southwest monsoon brings humid weather and rain. The city gets about 773.6 mm of rain each year.
- Winter: From December to February, the days are pleasant, but the nights can be quite chilly. The average high temperature is around 29 °C, and the average low is 13 °C. The air is very dry during this time.
Getting Around Gandhinagar
Travel by Air
The closest airport is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. It is about 18 km away from Gandhinagar. This airport offers both flights within India and international flights.
Travel by Rail
Gandhinagar Capital railway station (GNC) is located in Sector 14. Many trains pass through this station. Some main express trains include the Jaipur-Bandra Garib Rath and the Haridwar mail. The Shanti Express also runs through this station.
The Ahmedabad Railway Station (ADI) is a larger train hub about 25 km away. It connects Gandhinagar to many major cities and towns across India.
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Gandhinagar Capital railway station
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Gandhinagar City Bus
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Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
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Mahatma Mandir as seen from Swarnim Park
Metro Train System
The Ahmedabad Metro is building a new line that will connect Gandhinagar with Ahmedabad. This new metro line will be about 22.8 km long. It will make it easier for people to travel between the two cities.
Images for kids
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Indroda Dinosaur and Fossil Park
See also
In Spanish: Gandhinagar para niños
