Damnagar is a census town situated in the Amreli district in the state of Gujarat in India. Precisely, the town is located at an average elevation of 136 meters (446 feet). Damnagar is a city of religious importance of Gujarat.
Demography of Damnagar
The census records of 2001 shows that the town of Damnagar has a population of 16,714, inclusive of 53% males, 47% females and 14% children less than six years of age. With a male literacy of 73% and a female literacy of 59%, the town records an average literacy rate of 66%. This is higher than the national average of 59.5%.
Temples at Damnagar
Damnagar is famous for many beautiful temples. The place is home to many beautiful temples such as Kumbhnath and Vaijnath Temples. It is a very small peaceful town frequently visited by people from far and nearby villages to offer prayers to respective gods and goddesses. Swaminarayan Gurukul is another temple-school and boarding complex with modern educational facilities. This Swaminarayan Gurukul Temple is also situated in Damnagar.
Bhurakhia at Damnagar
Bhurakhia is a small temple-town near Damnagar. Bhurakhia has a popular Hanuman Temple. This temple provides free food and discounted lodging facilities to devotees.
Transportation of Damnagar
Bhavnagar Airport is the nearest airport to reach Damnagar. Taxis are available from the airport to reach Damnagar. Damnagar has a railway station on the outskirts of the village. Palitana Railway Station, which is located at a distance of 19.53 kms from Damnagar, is the nearest railway station to reach the city. The city can be easily accessed by tourists because of the regular bus services. Damnagar has got one of the best road networks in Amreli.
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