Maharashtra Map

About Maharashtra Map

This is the Maharashtra map showing all the districts of Maharashtra. On this map, all the districts of Maharashtra are shown along with the respective district headquarters and the State Capital Mumbai. The major districts of Maharashtra like Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Solapur, Ratnagiri, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli and many more are shown differently on the map of Maharashtra. The neighboring Indian states like Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka, Goa and Andhra Pradesh are also shown. The Arabian Sea is shown on the western coast of India.

Districts of Maharashtra

No	District Name	Headquarter Name
1	Ahmednagar	Ahmednagar
2	Akola	Akola
3	Amravati	Amravati
4	Aurangabad	Aurangabad
5	Beed	Beed
6	Bhandara	Bhandara
7	Buldhana	Buldhana
8	Chandrapur	Chandrapur
9	Dhule	Dhule
10	Gadchiroli	Gadchiroli
11	Gondia	Gondia
12	Hingoli	Hingoli
13	Jalgaon	Jalgaon
14	Jalna	Jalna
15	Kolhapur	Kolhapur
16	Latur	Latur
17	Mumbai City	Mumbai
18	Mumbai Suburban	Bandra
19	Nagpur	Nagpur
20	Nanded	Nanded
21	Nandurbar	Nandurbar
22	Nashik	Nashik
23	Osmanabad	Osmanabad
24	Palghar	Palghar
25	Parbhani	Parbhani
26	Pune	Pune
27	Raigad	Alibag
28	Ratnagiri	Ratnagiri
29	Sangli	Sangli
30	Satara	Satara
31	Sindhudurg	Oros
32	Solapur	Solapur
33	Thane	Thane
34	Wardha	Wardha
35	Washim	Washim
36	Yavatmal	Yavatmal

About Maharashtra

Maharashtra is the second biggest state of India in the western part of the country. The state covers an area of 307,713 square kilometres (118,809 square miles) and is the third largest in terms of size. The population of the state was more than 124 million people according to the 2011 Census and this population has made Maharashtra a major economic, cultural, and industrial power house of India. Mumbai, the capital of the state, is the financial capital of India and sits on stock exchanges, corporate headquarters, and the Bollywood film industry.

Geography and Climate

Adjoining it are Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Goa on its borders, and on its western coastline, the Arabian Sea. The land of Maharashtra is also diverse in its landscape i.e. it has Western Ghats, Deccan Plateau and the coastal Konkan. The Western Ghats, which are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are rich in biodiversity and play a significant role in shaping the climate of Maharashtra. The climate of the state is tropical monsoon climate with summer from March to June with hot conditions, monsoon rain from June to September and cool winter from November to February. The rainfall is also not the same across the regions; coastal areas receive about 2,500 mm and the interior regions receive as low as 600 mm.

History and Cultural Heritage

Going back to ancient times Maharashtra has a rich historical background. The Mauryas, Satavahanas, Rashtrakutas and Chalukyas — prominent dynasties of the state are also its products. The medieval period also witnessed the rise of Maratha Empire with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a leader who founded a strong military and administrative system. Many a leader who fought for India's independence belonged to Maharashtra; Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar were also from the state.

From the viewpoint of culture Maharashtra is known for its literature, music and performing arts. The Marathi language which is the majority language has its own sweet literature development with famous poets and authors. The state celebrates its festivals with a lot of fanfare, some of which includes, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali and Makar Sankranti. Lavani and Tamasha, are traditional folk dance and music forms, which are an essential part of Maharashtra's cultural heritage.

Economy and Industrial Development

Being the second largest state in India, Maharashtra is the most industrialized state of India contributing about 15% in the national GDP. The financial capital of India, Mumbai is the home of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and major banks and corporations' headquarters. In information technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and textiles industries, the state has strong presence. Pune is the IT education and automotive industry hub, while Nashik is famous for wine production and Aurangabad for automobile manufacturing.

Agriculture is still the main occupation and renders employment to nearly half the population of the state. The chief crops are sugarcane, cotton, soybeans and rice. It is the largest producer of grapes and onions in India. The Jayakwadi Dam and other state's irrigation projects sustain agricultural productivity in drought prone regions.

Tourism and Natural Attractions

Tourism is also a major industry in Maharashtra; it attracts millions of domestic and international visitors every year. The state has several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Ajanta and Ellora caves where you can see ancient rock cut architecture and Buddhist, Hindu and Jain sculptures. The Elephanta caves near Mumbai is another historical marvel.

For scenic retreats, there are Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar and Matheran; but for wildlife, there are national parks like Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve and Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The coastline of Maharashtra has beautiful beaches in Alibaug, Ganpatipule and Tarkarli, which are famous for water sports and relaxation.

Education and Research

Being the third largest state in India, Maharashtra has a very well structured and organized education system with several prestigious colleges and universities which add to its excellence. The University of Mumbai, one of the oldest universities of India, along with Savitribai Phule Pune University and IIT Bombay are the attracting students from all over the country. The state is also a hub for medical and management education; institutions like the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) and Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur are also there.

Infrastructure and Connectivity

The state has a very good infrastructure in place with a very good road and rail network. The Mumbai Pune Expressway a six lane concrete highway is the first in India to be constructed. Cement concrete roads are present on the Mumbai Pune expresswayCChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai is one of Indias busiest airports and more than millions of passengers annually. The Jawaharlal Nehru Port (Nhava Sheva) is India's biggest container port, which helps in the movement of goods to and from international trade.

In addition, Maharashtra is also leading in metro rail projects—improving urban transportation with Mumbai Metro, Pune Metro, and Nagpur Metro. From among them, the upcoming Mumbai Ahmedabad Bullet Train project is expected to further enhance the state’s connectivity.

Governance and Administration

Maharashtra has a bicameral legislative system consisting of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council. The chief minister is the head of the government; the governor is the constitutional head. The state is divided into six administrative divisions and 36 districts; Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik and Aurangabad are major urban centers.

Challenges and Future Prospects

However, rural distress, water scarcity and urban congestion are the challenges even for the economically and industrially growing Maharashtra. These issues are being addressed through efforts like the Jalyukt Shivar Abhiyan for water conservation and Smart Cities projects for better urban living conditions. Renewable energy sector is also getting a boost in the state with solar and wind power projects picking up pace. Being a diverse economy, culturally rich and with progressive governance, Maharashtra is still one of the leading states of India and is thus contributing significantly in the formation of India’s future.