Gujarat Map

About Gujarat Map

The Map of Gujarat showing the complete administrative division of Gujarat, including all the districts and their respective headquarters. This Gujarat map covers major cities which are district headquarters like Kutch, Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, Vadodara, Jamnagar, Junagadh and Bhavnagar among others. The Gujarat district map also highlights neighboring states of Gujarat including Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh and the international border with Pakistan. The above Gujarat map highlights major geographical locations on the map like Arabian Sea, Gulf of Kachchh and Gulf of Khambhat among others. The map of Gujarat also clearly points out to the capital city of Gujarat, Gandhinagar. Inset map shows location of Gujarat within India. The map is very useful to know about divisions and the districts of Gujarat.

Districts of Gujarat

S.N.	District Name	Headquarter Name
1	Ahmedabad	Ahmedabad City
2	Amreli	Amreli
3	Anand	Anand
4	Aravalli	Modasa
5	Banaskantha	Palanpur
6	Bharuch	Bharuch
7	Bhavnagar	Bhavnagar
8	Botad	Botad
9	Chhota Udaipur	Chhota Udaipur
10	Dahod	Dahod
11	Dang	Ahwa
12	Devbhoomi Dwarka	Khambhalia
13	Gandhinagar	Gandhinagar
14	Gir Somnath	Veraval
15	Jamnagar	Jamnagar
16	Junagadh	Junagadh
17	Kheda	Nadiad
18	Kutch	Bhuj
19	Mahisagar	Lunavada
20	Mehsana	Mehsana
21	Morbi	Morbi
22	Narmada	Rajpipla
23	Navsari	Navsari
24	Panchmahal	Godhra
25	Patan	Patan
26	Porbandar	Porbandar
27	Rajkot	Rajkot
28	Sabarkantha	Himmatnagar
29	Surat	Surat City
30	Surendranagar	Surendranagar
31	Tapi	Vyara
32	Vadodara	Vadodara City
33	Valsad	Valsad
34	Vav-Tharad	Tharad

About Gujarat

Gujarat is a state in the western part of India famous for historical events, economic growth and cultural variation. It is the fifth largest state in India covering an area of one hundred and ninety six thousand square kilometers. On its borders are Rajasthan to the north, Madhya Pradesh to the east, and Maharashtra to the south, with the Arabian Sea to the west. Gujarat has the longest coastline in India which is about 1,600 km in length and which is an important component of trade and commerce. Gandhinagar is the capital city, but Ahmedabad is the largest and most important city from the economic point of view.

History and Cultural Heritage

The present Gujarat was home to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization with evidence of early urban settlements at Lothal and Dholavira. This is because Lothal, one of the world's earliest known dockyards, is from Gujarat which shows that the place had early maritime trade. The region has been ruled by Mauryas, Guptas, Chalukyas, Solankis, etc, over the years and their rule contributed in the state’s cultural and architectural heritage. Gujarat was also a vital role in India’s freedom struggle as Mahatma Gandhi fought for the freedom of India from his Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. The Girnar and Somnath temples, along with historic forts and palaces depict the cultural and architectural heritage of Gujarat.

Geography and Climate

Gujarat is positioned on the western coast of India and thus has a very diverse geography, from the Rann of Kutch, through the Gir forest to the fertile plains. The Great Rann of Kutch, a vast salt marsh is a special geographical feature which is a attraction to tourists and at the same time is a very important ecological zone. There are several large rivers in the state, Narmada, Tapti, Mahi and Sabarmati which are used for irrigation and drinking water purposes. The climate is also not the same throughout the state; the coastal areas have tropical climate while the interior areas have semi-arid climate. The average annual rainfall is about 800 mm but it is very uneven and in places like Kutch the rainfall is very low.

Economy and Industrial Development

The state of Gujarat contributes almost 8% to the Indian GDP and is one of India’s most industrialized states. The domain areas of development include manufacturing, petroleum refining, textiles and chemical industries. Major industrial hubs of state include Surat, Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Rajkot. The first smart city and global financial hub of India, The Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) is. About 25% of India's total exports are accounted for by Gujarat and it has been on the ease of doing business platform leading the pack. It is the largest shipbreaking yard of India in Alang and has important ports like Kandla and Mundra to support international trade.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

The Indian GDP gets almost 8% from the state of Gujarat and is one of the most industrialized states of India. The domain areas of development are manufacturing, petroleum refining, textiles and chemical industries. The industrial hubs of the state include Surat, Ahmedabad, Vadodara and Rajkot. The first smart city and global financial hub of India, The Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) is. 25% of India's total exports are accounted for by 25% in Gujarat, and it has been on the ease of doing business platform, leading the pack. India's largest shipbreaking yard in Alang and some important ports like Kandla and Mundra to support international trade.

Education and Research

Gujarat has a very solid basic educational system which has some of the best institutions in the country including the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) and Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT). The state has made some improvements in research and innovation especially in the renewable energy and pharmaceutical industries. Thus, as investment in education is increasing, Gujarat is still attractive to students from other Indian and foreign countries.

Tourism and Heritage Sites

Gujarat is a vital sector in tourism it offers historical and cultural as well as natural attractions. The only place in the world where Asiatic lion is found in wild is the Gir National Park. The Rann of Kutch is a famous destination for its annual Rann Utsav which attracts thousands of visitors. The Somnath Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple and Akshardham Temple are important pilgrimage centers. It is a UNESCO World Heritage City, and it has architectural marvels like Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and Adalaj Stepwell. The Statue of Unity, India's largest statue of 182 metres of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, has drawn millions of tourists.

Infrastructure and Connectivity

Gujarat has a very good infrastructure that has highway, railway and port connections. It has the highest density of roads in India and a very strong railway network that links most of the industrial and commercial areas. The main gateway for international travelers is the domestic airport, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. This cargo traffic is handled by the state's ports, including Kandla and Mundra. In solar and wind energy too, Gujarat has made considerable development and thus ranks first in India in sustainable energy.

Government and Administration

Gujarat has a parliamentary system of governance, the Governor is the constitutional head and the Chief Minister heads the executive branch. The Gujarat Legislative Assembly has 182 members. Gujarat is at the forefront of economic reforms and governance initiatives in industrial growth, digital transformation and ease of doing business. Gujarat has become a preferred business and development destination with policies to promote investment and entrepreneurship.