Jawhar | |
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City | |
Location of Jawhar in Maharashtra | |
Coordinates: 19°55′N 73°14′E / 19.92°N 73.23°E | |
Country | India |
State | Maharashtra |
District | Palghar |
Founded by | Nayak Jayaba Mukne Koli king Of Jawhar State |
Government | |
• Type | Municipal management |
• Body | Municipal Council Jawhar |
Elevation | 447 m (1,467 ft) |
Population (2010) | |
• Total | 511,296 |
Languages | |
• Official | Marathi[1] |
Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Pincode | 401 603 |
Telephone code | 02520 |
Vehicle registration | MH04 and MH48 |
Website | https://jawhartourism.com |
Jawhar is a city and a municipal council in Palghar district of Maharashtra state in Konkan division of India. Jawhar was a capital city of the erstwhile Koli[2][3] princely state of Jawhar. Situated in the ranges of the Western Ghats, Jawhar is known for its picturesque setting and a vibrant cultural heritage. It is one of the few remaining tribal regions of Maharashtra and is known for its vibrant Warli painting that are a characteristic landmark of this place. Established in 1918, Jawhar is one of the oldest municipal councils in the state of Maharashtra and tourist spot near Mumbai.