Babra taluka

Babra taluka
Taluka of Gujarat
Interactive Map Outlining Babra taluka
Coordinates: 21°50′39″N 71°18′15″E / 21.8441667°N 71.3041667°E / 21.8441667; 71.3041667
Country	India
State	Gujarat
District	Amreli
Headquarters	Babra
Population (2011)^[1]
• Total	140,521
• Sex ratio	954 ♂/♀
• Literacy	62.5%
Languages
• Official	Gujarati, Hindi
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
Telephone code	+91-079
Vehicle registration	GJ
Website	amreli.nic.in

Babra Taluka is a sub-divisional administrative region situated within the Amreli district of the state of Gujarat, India.^[2]

History

It is located in the western Indian state of Gujarat, is an administrative division with a storied history. The taluka (sub-district) falls under the jurisdiction of the Amreli district and occupies a significant place in the historical narrative of the Saurashtra region.

Medieval Era: During the medieval period, Babra Taluka came under the sway of various dynasties that held sway over the Saurashtra region. It witnessed the ebb and flow of power as Rajputs, Chudasamas, and other local rulers vied for control. This era also saw the influence of Islamic dynasties, such as the Delhi Sultanate and later the Gujarat Sultanate.

Colonial rule: The advent of colonial powers, particularly the British East India Company, brought significant changes in Babra Taluka. The region became part of the Bombay Presidency during British rule, and its strategic location continued to be of importance for trade and administration.

Post-Independence: With India's independence in 1947, Babra Taluka became an integral part of the Indian republic.

Geography

Babra Taluka is a geographical sub-division located in the southern part of Saurashtra region in the western Indian state of Gujarat.^[3]

Babra Taluka is situated between latitudes 21.39°N and 21.62°N and longitudes 71.55°E and 71.82°E. It spans an area of approximately Babra Taluka is a geographical sub-division located in the southern part of Saurashtra region in the western Indian state of Gujarat. Nestled within the larger Amreli District, Babra Taluka is characterized by its diverse topography, cultural heritage, and economic activities. It spans an area of approximately 800 square kilometers, encompassing a variety of landscapes that range from fertile plains to gentle slopes and low hills. The taluka is bordered by the Arabian Sea to the south, Gir Somnath district to the west, Bagasara Taluka to the north, and Savarkundla Taluka to the east.

Babra Taluka experiences a tropical climate, characterized by three distinct seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. Summers, lasting from March to June, are marked by high temperatures and arid conditions. The monsoon season is from June to September. Winters, spanning from November to February, are characterised by cooler weather.

Economy

The Babra Taluka is known for its agrarian economy, with farming being the primary occupation of the local population. Crops like groundnuts, cotton, millet, and vegetables are cultivated in the region.