Mohali facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mohali
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From top; left to right: District Court Complex, Quark Mohali, Agriculture Bhawan, Puda Bhawan, Tata Bss Mohali Office, Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium.
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 Mohali
Location in Punjab
Mohali
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Punjab |
| District | Mohali |
| Established | 1 November 1975 |
| Named for | Sahibzada Ajit Singh |
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| • Type | Municipality |
| • Body | Municipal Corporation |
| Area | |
| • Total | 400 km2 (200 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 316 m (1,037 ft) |
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| • Total | 176,152 |
| • Density | 440/km2 (1,140/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Mohali Wale, Mohalite |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| Pincode(s) |
140XXX - 160XXX
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| Area code(s) | +91 172 |
| Vehicle registration | PB-65 |
| Sex ratio | 0.911 males/female (City) |
| Literacy | 91.96% (City) 91.86% (Metro) |
| GDP | ₹6,500 crore (US$ 1.3 bn) in 2009-10 |
| Nearest city | Chandigarh |
| Website | http://mcmohali.org/ |
Mohali, officially called Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, is a modern city in Punjab, India. It's a key center for business and government, located southwest of Chandigarh. Mohali is the main city of the Mohali district. It is named after Sahibzada Ajit Singh, who was the oldest son of Guru Gobind Singh.
Mohali has grown quickly as a technology hub in Punjab. The government has built new roads and projects to make life better for people living here. This includes better connections to Chandigarh International Airport.
Mohali used to be part of the Rupnagar district. In 2006, it became its own separate district.
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History of Mohali
Ancient Times
Very old evidence has been found in Mohali and nearby areas. Because there was a lake here, scientists found old plant and animal remains. The Punjab region has many rivers, which is where ancient human settlements likely began. About 8,000 years ago, people from the Harappan civilization also lived in this area.
Medieval Period
The name Mohali means 'settlement'. The village of Mohali was once part of the Sikh Empire.
A village called Lambian, located in the city, was visited by Guru Har Rai. He was the 7th Guru of the Sikhs. A battle happened here between the British and 500 Sikhs. The Sikhs were led by Akali Hanuman Singh, who died bravely in this fight.
Modern Development
After India was divided in 1947, the British province of Punjab was split. East Punjab became part of India, and West Punjab went to Pakistan. India's Punjab needed a new capital city because Lahore was now in Pakistan. So, the government built Chandigarh from about 50 villages.
Mohali was planned after Punjab was divided into three parts, and Chandigarh became a special territory in the late 1960s. In 1967, the area around Mohali Village first became an industrial zone. Later, homes were built to meet the need for housing. The plan for Mohali was announced in 1975. On November 1, 1975, Punjab Chief Minister Giani Zail Singh started the construction of Mohali and named it Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. In 2012, it was briefly renamed Ajitgarh because the name SAS Nagar was thought to be too long.
City Layout
Mohali and Chandigarh are right next to each other. Only the border between Punjab and Chandigarh separates them. Mohali's original plan extended Chandigarh's road and sector system.
The first 11 areas of Mohali are known as Phases. Early development only went up to Phase 7. New sectors and phases from Phase 8 onwards started in the late 1980s. The city got its bus station in Phase 8 in the mid-1990s. Some sectors, like 48, 51, 52, 54, 56, 61, and 63, are shared between Chandigarh and Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Sectors from 63 onwards are in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar.
Greater Mohali Area Development Plan
The GMADA master plan includes up to 128 sectors for the city. This plan also covers nearby villages like Aerocity, Balongi, and Kurali. GMADA also includes Aerocity, which is a gateway to Mohali International Airport.
IT City Mohali is another important area. It covers 1,600 acres and includes sectors 82, 82A, and 83A. This IT city aims to create at least 40,000 jobs. It has modern buildings for homes and offices.
Chandigarh Tricity
Mohali and Panchkula are two cities located near Chandigarh. Together, these three cities are known as the Chandigarh Tricity. Panchkula is a planned city next to Chandigarh in Haryana, India.
Mohali's Climate
Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar has a sub-tropical monsoon climate. This means it has hot summers, cool winters, and rainfall that can be unpredictable. Temperatures can range from -1°C to 44°C. In winter, it sometimes gets frosty in December and January. The city gets about 617 mm of rain each year. It also gets some rain in winter from the west.
Average Temperatures
- Summer: Temperatures can reach up to 47°C. They usually stay between 30°C and 40°C.
- Autumn: Temperatures can go up to 36°C. They are usually between 16°C and 27°C. The lowest temperature is around 13°C.
- Winter: From November to February, average temperatures are between 7°C and 15°C (maximum) and 1°C and 5°C (minimum).
- Spring: Spring temperatures range between 16°C and 25°C.
People and Culture
According to the 2011 census, Mohali's city area had a population of 176,152 people. There were 92,407 males and 83,745 females. The literacy rate, meaning people aged 7 and above who can read and write, was 93.04%. For every 1,000 males, there were 906 females.
Sikhism is the main religion in Mohali, followed by 51.53% of the people. Hinduism is the second most common religion, followed by 45.55%. Smaller groups follow Islam (1.68%) and Christianity (0.79%). About 0.45% are Buddhists, Jains, and others.
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| Sikhism | 51.53% | |||
| Hinduism | 45.55% | |||
| Islam | 1.68% | |||
| Christianity | 0.79% | |||
| Others | 0.45% | |||
Getting Around Mohali
Road Travel
The main bus stand is in Sector 56. Many government and private buses connect Mohali to other cities. The Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) also offers bus services within the Tricity area. The Chandigarh Sector 43 Bus Stand is also very close to Mohali.
Auto-rickshaws are a common way to travel throughout the city.
Train Travel
The Mohali Railway Station is in Industrial Area, Phase 11. It connects Mohali to important places like Delhi, Ludhiana, and Amritsar, as well as other parts of India.
Air Travel
Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport is located near Aerocity in Mohali. It offers both domestic (within India) and international flights.
Mohali's Economy
Mohali's economy is mostly based on manufacturing. Some major companies here include Punjab Tractor Limited (PTL) and ICI Paints. There are also many small and medium-sized companies, like Torque Pharmaceuticals.
Big phone and internet companies like Tata Communications and Vodafone operate here. Global technology companies such as Quark and Philips also have a presence in Mohali.
Quark, Inc. built a large project called QuarkCity in SAS Nagar. It covers 46 acres and includes homes, shops, entertainment, medical centers, and schools. It was designed to create many jobs. It also has a Special Economic Zone (SEZ), which is a special area for businesses.
More and more IT companies are choosing Mohali for their operations.
Sports in Mohali
Mohali is a big center for sports in Punjab. It has 8 sports complexes for games like football, field hockey, cricket, swimming, and tennis. It has two international cricket stadiums, including the new Mullanpur International Cricket Stadium. It is also home to the Mohali International Hockey Stadium.
Cricket
In 1990, the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) decided to build a modern cricket stadium. It was built in a swampy area and included a practice ground. The PCA invested a lot in the stadium, adding a swimming pool, health club, tennis court, library, restaurant, and practice nets.
The stadium cost about ₹25 crores and took 3 years to build. It can hold 30,000 people. The stadium lights are low to avoid hitting planes from the nearby airport. The N Choe stream, which flows through Chandigarh, also passes by the stadium.
PCA Stadium is the home ground for the Punjab Kings cricket team.
Hockey
The city has the International Hockey Stadium. This stadium is the home ground for the Punjab Warriors hockey team, which plays in the Hockey India League.
Fun Places to Visit
Here are some interesting places to visit in and around Mohali:
- Fateh Burj
Religious Sites
Shri Shiv Mandir
Shri Shiv Mandir is an old Hindu temple. It is dedicated to the god Shiva and is located in Phase 1.
Gurudwara Singh Shaheedan
This holy place is in the village of Sohana, near Sector 70. It was built to remember Jathedar Baba Hanuman Singh, a brave Sikh leader. He and 500 Sikhs died here fighting the British during the Anglo-Sikh Wars.
Dera Dargah Sharif Bakarpur
This shrine is in the village of Bakarpur, in Aerocity, close to Mohali Airport. This place is home to Ali and five Pirs (Sufi saints). Sai Surinder Singh is currently the main head of this Dargah.
Parks and Gardens
- Nature Park, Phase 8
- Rose Garden, Phase 3B1
- Bougainvillea Garden, Phase 4
- Silvy Park, Phase 10
- Valley Park, Phase 8
- Ekta Park, Phase 7 (Near Chawla Chowk) Mohali
- Kargil Park, Sector 71
- Fountain Park, Sector 70
- City park, sector 68
Markets and Other Places
- Main Market, Phase - 7, SAS Nagar
- Main Market, Phase - 4, SAS Nagar
- Main Market, Phase - 3, SAS Nagar
- Main Market, Phase - 1, SAS Nagar
- Main Market, Phase - 5, SAS Nagar
- Main Market, Phase - 10, SAS Nagar
- Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, SAS Nagar
- International Hockey Stadium, Phase-9
- Gurudwara Amb Sahib, Phase - 8
- Janta Market, Phase - 3B1
Famous Chowks
Mohali has several well-known intersections, or "chowks":
- YPS Chowk
- Diplast Chowk
- Airport Chowk
Future Development Areas
- Aerocity, Mohali
- Aerotropolis, Mohali
Other Nearby Places
- Sikh Ajaibghar, Sector 119, Village Balongi, Village Bar Majra
- VR Punjab, Kharar
- Gurudwara Nabha Sahib - Zirakpur
Learning in Mohali
- Schools
- Anee's School, Sector-69, Mohali
- Doon International School, Sector-69, Mohali
- Gian Jyoti Public School, Phase 2, Mohali
- Gurukul World School, Sector-69, Mohali
- Learning Paths School, Sector 67, Mohali
- Shivalik Public School, Mohali
- The British School, Sector 70
- Yadavindra Public School, Sector 51, Mohali
- Universities
- Plaksha University Alpha, Sector 101, IT City Rd, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar
- Chandigarh University NH-95, Chandigarh-Ludhiana Highway, Mohali
- Science and Medical Colleges
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS, Mohali)
- Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali (IISER Mohali)
- Engineering Colleges
- GGS College of Modern Technology
- Indo Global Colleges
- Shaheed Udham Singh College of Engineering & Technology
- Chandigarh Engineering College
- Business Schools
- Indian School of Business (ISB), Sector 81
- Amity University, Sector 82A, IT City, Mohali
- Plaksha University, Sector 83A, IT City, Mohali
- Law Schools
- Army Institute of Law
- Universal Law College
- Pharmacy
- National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Mohali (NIPER)
Healthcare in Mohali
Mohali has many special hospitals. Government clinics are also available in some areas. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences in Phase 6 is the oldest government hospital. A new government hospital is in Sector 66.
The city also has many private hospitals with various facilities. These include Max Super Speciality Hospital, Fortis Hospital, Silver Oak Hospital, and Ivy Hospital. Pharmacies like City Medicos are located near these hospitals.
Images for kids
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District Court Complex
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Agriculture Bhawan
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Puda Bhawan
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Tata Bss Mohali Office
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Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium
See also
In Spanish: Mohali para niños
