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“Tourism Proposals Considering Local Economy on influence area of Statue of Unity”

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Contents

CHAPTER 01 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 4

1.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................. 4

1.2 Need of Study .............................................................................................................. 5

1.3 Study Area ................................................................................................................... 6

1.4 Scope of Study ............................................................................................................ 7

1.5 Objectives .................................................................................................................... 7

1.6 Methodology ............................................................................................................... 7

1.7 Chapter Organization .................................................................................................. 9

CHAPTER 02 LITRATURE REVIEW................................................................................. 11

2.1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 11

2.2 Definition of Tourism: .............................................................................................. 11

2.3 Types of Tourism ...................................................................................................... 12

2.4 Global researches ...................................................................................................... 14

2.5 National researches ................................................................................................... 15

2.6 Case Study ................................................................................................................. 15

2.6.1 “Economic Development through Tourism- A Case Study of Home Stay scheme
of Himachal Pradesh”,K. Hiramani , 2014. .................................................................... 15

2.6.2 Rural Tourism As A Sustainable Development Alternative: An Analysis With

Special Reference To Ballavpur Danga Near Santiniketan, West Bengal (India), Mustak
Ahemad , 2018 ................................................................................................................. 16

CHAPTER 03 STUDY AREA PROFILE .............................................................................. 19

3.1 General ...................................................................................................................... 19

3.2 History ....................................................................................................................... 19

3.3 Geographical Location .............................................................................................. 21

3.4 Demography .............................................................................................................. 22

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3.5 Connectivity .............................................................................................................. 23

3.5.1 Road Infrastructure ............................................................................................ 23

3.5.2 Railway Infrastructure ....................................................................................... 23

3.5.3 Airport Infrastructure ......................................................................................... 23

3.6 Climatic Condition .................................................................................................... 24

3.6.1 Winds ................................................................................................................. 24

3.6.2 Rainfall ............................................................................................................... 25

3.7 Land Use ................................................................................................................... 26

3.8 Existing Infrastructure ............................................................................................... 27

3.8.1 Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) ....................................... 27

3.8.2 Water Facility..................................................................................................... 27

3.8.3 Electricity Facility.............................................................................................. 28

3.8.4 Road Infrastructure ............................................................................................ 28

3.9 Tourism In Narmada District .................................................................................... 29

3.9.1 Statue of Unity ................................................................................................... 29

3.9.2 Harsidhdhi Goddess Temple .............................................................................. 29

3.9.3 Kumbheshwar Mahadev Temple ....................................................................... 30

3.9.4 Surpaneshvar Mahadev ...................................................................................... 30

3.9.5 Temple of Koteshwar Mahadev ......................................................................... 30

3.9.6 Temple of Pandhar Mata .................................................................................... 31

3.9.7 Sardar Sarovar Dam ........................................................................................... 31

3.9.8 Malsamot............................................................................................................ 32

3.9.9 Karjan Dam ........................................................................................................ 32

3.9.10 Rajvant Place ..................................................................................................... 32

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List of Tables
Table 1 Number of Tourist Staying Home Stay ..................................................................... 16
Table 2 Taluka wise population with sex and Residence, 2001 and 2011 ........................ 22
Table 3 Share of rural urban population of Narmada District ................................................ 22
Table 4 Population Projection using Decrease Rate Method................................................... 22
Table 5 Various Demographic Indicators ............................................................................... 23
Table 6 Climatological data of Bharuch IMD station ............................................................ 25
Table 7 Description of Land utilization of Narmada District .................................................. 26
Table 8 Description of Road .................................................................................................... 28

List of Figure

Figure 1 Location map showing Statue of Unity 7

Figure 2 Flow Chart of Methodology 8
Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the stages of a Rural area Development 14
Figure 5 Location of Study area 17
Figure 6 Santal adivasi communities‟ adorn design on the wall of their home 18
Figure 7 Handicrafts made of jute, paddy, wheat seeds etc 18
Figure 8 Administrative map of Narmada District 20
Figure 9 : Location of "Statue of Unity" In India 21
Figure 10 Connectivity of Narmada District 24
Figure 11 Climatological data of Bharuch District 26
Figure 12 Average Rainfall of Narmada District 26
Figure 13 Various Landuse Pattern of Narmad district 27

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CHAPTER

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Introduction

Tourism is an activity done by an individual or a group of individuals, which leads to a motion

from a place to another. It is an important service and entertainment linked economic activity.
The promotion of any place as a tourist destination leads to the economic development of the
area and opens various kinds of employment avenues for the local people as well. For a
developing country like India which is on the path of modern economic growth through
structural transformation of the economy, tourism is the right vehicle.

The development of tourism in a rural area is not simply a matter of matching tourist demands
with local product supply but a matter of evaluating local suitability and acceptability. India’s
tourism industry has witnessed rising in recent years, paying rich dividends to both consumers
and producers. The Travel and tourism in India are expected to generate Rs.1564 billion,
making India one of the largest tourism markets in the world.

The travel and tourism sector generated ₹ 14.1 trillion (USD208.9 billion) in 2016, which is
world’s 7th largest in terms of absolute size; the sum is equivalent to 9.6% of India’s
GDP. Additionally, the sector created 40.3 million jobs in 2016, which ranks India 2nd in the
world in terms of total employment generated. The sector accounts for 9.3% of the country’s
total jobs. India’s Travel and Tourism sector was also the fastest growing amongst the G20.
((WTTC), 2017)

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In India, tourism activities are boosting economy growth and economic activities in many
regions and many local governments are using tourism policy to boost their economic growth
and raise income level for local people and local business. Tourism grows with increase
infrastructure and has its good and bad effects on the environment. It is important to realize the
“nature dependence “and not to promote tourism that neglects supporting ecosystem.
in providing employment opportunities for low-skilled and semi-skilled workers.

The Statue of Unity which was begun in 2013 and inaugurated by the Indian Prime Minister
Narendra Modi on 31st October 2018 nearly twice as tall as New York's Statue of Liberty. The
height of the statue is 182m (600ft) and the height was decided to match the number of
assembly constituencies in the state. The statue is a tribute to India’s freedom fighter and first
deputy Prime Minister, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel known as the "Iron Man of India" and played
a significant role in persuading feuding states to unite to become part of the Indian state after
independence in 1947.The statue is being built in the western state of Gujarat. It is located at
the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River. The dam itself is considered to be one of the
largest structures standing at a height of 42 metres. It is approximately 200 km from
Ahmedabad, Gujarat’s largest city. The Statue of Unity will have a viewing gallery at 153
metres, which can accommodate up to 200 visitors at a time, and will offer an expansive view
of the dam and environs. World's Tallest Statue serve as centre of tourism in the region it has
beautiful environment having Observation Check View, Valley of Flowers, Memorial,
Museum& Audio Visual Gallery, SOU Site, Sardar Sarovar Dam etc. There is lack of facilities
at some places and need for up gradation .Therefore study is very much required for proper
development and to attract more number of tourists in the area .Data collection will be made
by interviewing government offices of Narmada District and tourists in SOU area respectively
and based on the SWOT analysis different proposals will be taken for the up gradation of
tourism in the city.

1.2 Need of Study

Especially in developing countries like India tourism plays a prominent role in countries
economy and is one of the major industry contributing in countries GDP. The statue is being
built in the western state of Gujarat. It is located at the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada
River . SOU is approximately 91 km from Vadodara , 155 km from Surat and 200 km from

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Ahmedabad, Gujarat’s largest city. World's Tallest Statue serve as centre of tourism in the
region it has beautiful environment having Observation Check View, Valley of Flowers,
Memorial, Museum& Audio Visual Gallery, SOU Site, Sardar Sarovar Dam etc. Since opening
for the public on 1st November 2018, the 182-metre tall Statue of Unity in Narmada district of
Gujarat has attracted more than 1.28 lakh tourists, A huge rush of tourists was seen during the
weekend, with over 50,000 people visiting the world's tallest statue at Kevadiya village and is
expected to attract around 10,000 tourists daily. There is lack of facilities near SOU and
regarding accommodation for tourists, linkage of road between other cities and internal
transportation system, demarcation of nearest tourist place within study area etc. This
development proposals of tourism attract many other benefits like employment generation and
revenue generation for the local people and also for the Government.

1.3 Study Area

Narmada district is located at the Southern part of Gujarat at 72.4’ to 73.15’ East Longitude
and 21.24’ to 22’ North Latitude. Total geographical area of Narmada district is 2871 sq. km
and it is the 5th smallest district by area in the state.Narmada district has a population
of 590,379 (Census 2011).This district was split from Bharuch district on 2nd October, 1997.
The newly formed district consisted of Tilakwada taluka of Vadodara district and 3 talukas
of Bharuch district Nandod, Dediyapada and Sagbara. The district shares its border with the
State of Maharashtra and is bounded with Surat in the South, Vadodara in the North and
Bharuch in the West. The district consists of 5 talukas namely Tilakwada,
Garudeshwar,Nandod which include Rajpipla, Dediyapada and Sagbara. Rajpimpla is the
district headquarter of Narmada District. The SOU is located at Sardar Sarovar Dam, Kevadia,
under Garudeshwar Taluka of Narmada district. The Kevadiya having many tourist
destinations near seashore which attracts large number of tourists.

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Figure 1 Location map showing Statue of Unity Source : Map of Gujarat

1.4 Scope of Study

Scope of this study is limited to identification of Tourism location near to the Statue of unity
and within the study area. Study area is limited to rural area of Kevadiya and its surrounding
area which is under Garudeshwar taluka of Nasrmada District.The study is limited to the
Tourism aspects of Statue of Unity Tourism Development and financial aspects about local
economy boost up through employment generation are covered in this study.

1.5 Objectives

The main objectives are as follows

1) To study existing scenario of Tourism development in Gujarat
2) To identify the present situation of tourism of SOU in Narmada district.
3) To carry out analysis for the same.
4) To prepare planning proposal for local people involvement in tourism locations and
proposal for the increased interest in alternative and off-beat attractions near to main
attraction , Outdoor Recreation, Eco-Tourism and Special Interest Tourism and helping
increasing number of special interest tourists.

1.6 Methodology

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The study of a topic undergo through a strong literature reviews to get a proper understanding
of issues related to the subject. A global as well local perspective helping to understand
regarding issues and framing of objectives and scope of the study. The methodology adopted
for the study and the various steps undertaken is shown in the chart 1.1. The first stage is
selection of study area with aim, objectives. In second stage literature review . Third stage
followed with collection of inventory data and field data. In forth stage analyzing the collected
data and proposals has been given to enhance tourism of SOU. And the last stage consists of a
calculation for future requirements.

Figure 2 Flow Chart of Methodology

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1.7 Chapter Organization

The Study work is classified into various chapters are as follows

Chapter 1 (Introduction): This chapter covers general issues of tourism particular discuss
the need, objectives, scope and it narrated about tourist scenario and gives basic idea of Study
area. And it gives an approach about methodology to carry out total study.

Chapter 2 (Literature Review): This chapter deals on tourism-overview, defining Tourism,

types of tourism,. Main objectives and principles , in which various five year plans and National
policies are discussed and Gujarat tourism polices Impacts of tourism, evolution and planning
of tourism in India. Discusses available guidelines for Rural Tourism

Chapter 3 (Study Area Profile): This chapter provides a detailed profile of the study area
with some basic characteristics like area, History , Geography, Demographic profile, Cultural
profile, Transportation, Basic Infrastructure like water supply network, road network, Sewerage
Network, Solid Waste Management, Various Tourist interest places near SOU has given in this
Chapter with Map and Existing Pictures

Chapter 4 (Parametric study/Case Study): This Chapter includes research papers and case
studies based tourism at International level & national level, also Statue based tourism Circuits
at various level global as well as national. Tourism Institutional Framework by Gujarat
Tourism Department. And also the global level tourism development work.

Chapter 5 (Data collection and Data Analysis): This chapter highlights the field studies and
inventory studies to collect data from various sources. It further explained the survey
parameters included in tourist survey and gives the basic Principles and concepts involved
where SWOT is to evaluate the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in tourism has
been done for various data collected. Data analysis of tourist profile like mode of
transportation, group size of tourist, average Duration of Stay, Purpose of Visit, Expenditure
Pattern, Satisfaction level of tourist, Awareness level of tourist and analysis such as comparative
analysis , sentimental analysis ,gap analysis etc.

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Chapter 6 (Planning Proposals): This Chapter gives planning proposals for Influence area of
SOU which include issues Identified in the area, facilities to be provided in the area for
Development is explained. Also various Planning Proposals for Tourism development of Statue
of Unity and Proposal for the growth of rural Tourism and local economy economic upliftment.

Chapter 7 (Conclusion and Future Scope): In this chapter the conclusion is mentioned based
on analysis and proposals for tourism based on Statue of Unity in Garudeshwar taluka under
Narmada District based on entire study and future scope.

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2
CHAPTER

LITERATURE REVIEW

2.1 Introduction

This chapter presents a review of literature on tourism at the international and national levels.
This is considered essential for an understanding of tourism and also development of tourism
especially in rural areas at global level. This chapter is divided into three different parts. The
first part covers the different definitions of tourism, different research papers o f tourism.
The second part covers case studies of rural development trough tourism and Third part
includes the different case studies of tourism

2.2 Definition of Tourism:

It is not so easy to provide a clear and all-encompassing definition of tourism, particularly when
one considers that it is so closely interrelated with all other sectors of life: economic, social,
cultural, environmental, and political. From the perspective of spatial distribution, tourism is a
highly fragmented activity. It is located in specific environments and destinations, where there
are a variety of environmental, cultural, social and physical attractions.
Tour/tourism is derived from a Hebrew word, Tora, which means to study, learn or search

“The aggregate of all businesses that directly provide goods and services to facilitate business,
pleasure and leisure activities away from the home environment”
Smith (1988)

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Tourism is defined "the sum of the phenomena and relationships arising from the travel and
stay of non-residents, in so far as they do not lead to permanent residence and are not connected
with any earning activity.
Hunziker (1941)

"Tourism is the temporary, short-term movement of people to destinations outside the places
where they normally live and work and their activities during the stay at each destination. It
includes movements for all purposes."
Tourism Society of England (1976)

2.3 Types of Tourism

The type of tourism depends on the reason for travel. Travel can be to destinations that
are domestic or international.
(A) With reference to tourist travels, tourism can be grouped as follows:
 Domestic tourism: This sort of tourism involves the visits by residents of a country to
their own country,

 Inbound tourism: This is the sum of visits to a country by non-residents, and

 Outbound tourism: Such an activity contains the visits by residents of a country to

another country.

Such groups can be categorized as:

 Internal tourism: comprises domestic and inbound tourism,

 National tourism: comprises domestic and outbound tourism, and

 International tourism: includes inbound and outbound tourism activities.

All definitions stated above indicate that, tourism is a broad concept referring to the
people’s activities of leisure time within or out of their countries regardless of routine
travels i.e. from home to work place, to their daily used areas etc.

(B) The WTO predicts a global trend in the following types of tourism over the next two
decades:

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 Adventure Travel: With most of the world already being explored, the trend will be
for tourists to travel to the world’s highest peaks, to underwater sites (such as the
Titanic) and at the “ends of the earth” (such as Antarctica). Adventure tourism is a type
of niche tourism involving exploration or travel to remote areas, where the traveller
should expect the unexpected. Adventure tourism is rapidly growing in popularity as
tourists seek unusual holidays, different from the typical beach vacation. (Canada
Australia, U.S.)

 Cruises: cruise liner ‐ Passenger ship used for pleasure voyages, where the voyage
itself and the ship's amenities are considered an essential part of the experience. (North
America, Europe)
 Cultural Tourism: 'Cultural tourism' (or culture tourism) is the subset of tourism
concerned with a country or region's culture, especially its arts. It generally focuses on
traditional communities who have diverse customs, unique form of art and distinct
social practices, which basically distinguishes it from other types/forms of culture.
 Thematic Tourism: The act of creating environments with artificial themes (Carnival).
 Eco Tourism: Ecotourism focuses on local culture, wilderness adventures,
volunteering personal growth and learning new ways to live on the planet; typically
involving travel to destinations where flora, fauna, and cultural heritage are the primary
attractions. (Costa Rica, Ecuador, Nepal, Kenya, Madagascar, and Antarctica

According to Incredible India report Tourism also can be classify as follow:

 Monsoon Magic: Focus on months from April to October

 Rural & Village Tourism: The tourism ministry is laying special emphasis on
infrastructure development in various rural destinations in India.
 Medical Tourism: The Indian Healthcare Delivery market is estimated at Rs 1888.7
billion. The industry is growing at about 13 per cent annually.
 Wellness & Spa Tourism: Luxurious world class health spas are mushrooming across
the country.
 Luxury Tourism : e.g. Palace on Wheels, Palaces

 Adventure Tourism: with emphasis on Eco‐tourism

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 Mice (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions): Convention centres

coming up in the metro cities

2.4 Global researches

Dennis M. Brown, summarizes studies on rural tourism. Topics covered include tourism
planning and development, tourism marketing, tourism and rural development, tourism and
sustainable development, economic and other effects of tourism, heritage tourism, nature-based
tourism/ecotourism, and agro-tourism.

Corin Larisa Bughez, Analysis of multiple connection and implementation of tourism in the
economic field , and as the factors of which tourism contributes to the economy of a destination.
Also how tourism effect , through its activities and development, both the materials and human
components and describe the beneficial effects of economic development.

David Gilbert , How rural Tourism can benefit from the application of market theory,
Planning and promotion of traditional tourist centre. Various marketing scope and reason for
developing rural tourism and also the marketing approach to resource allocation and planning.

 Schematic diagram of the stages of a Rural area Development

Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the stages of a Rural area Development

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2.5 National researches

Shikha Kapur , Finding the opportunity of Rural Tourism and explore the tourism potential
of rural area, Find out strategies for promoting rural tourism and economic Development
through tourism.
Neeraj Kaushik attempted to determine the factors responsible for determining the
attractiveness of a tourist destination and found that there are seven factors which are
considered important by the tourists while selecting their destinations. These factors are-
communication, objectivity, basic facilities, attraction, support services, distinctive local
features and psychological and physical environment

2.6 Case Study

Case studies were taken for better understanding of development and precise planning of
tourism.

2.6.1 “Economic Development through Tourism- A Case Study of Home Stay scheme
of Himachal Pradesh”,K. Hiramani , 2014.

Tourism, Government of India “Incredible India Bed and Breakfast scheme. The basic idea is
to provide a clean and affordable place for foreigners and domestic tourists alike including an
opportunity for foreign tourists to stay with Himachali families to experience Himachali
customs and traditions and relish authentic Indian/Himachali cuisine.
Home Stay Units, once approved by Department of Tourism, H.P. will be duly publicized. A
directory of all such approved establishments will also be prepared, so as to enable domestic
as well as foreign tourists to live in a homely environment and to take advantage of the scheme.
In addition, efforts will be made to organize short term training in hospitality trade to those
who would opt for such training.

2.6.1.1 Home Stay Scheme having Following objectives :

 Take tourism to the rural and interior areas of the State.
 Decongest the Urban areas, which cannot support any further tourism load.
 Provide employment and economic values in the interior areas.

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 The activity shall be ecologically sustainable

2.6.1.2 Research Methodology
Study is based on secondary data collected from home stays about the number of tourists they
catered, consisting 15 home stays of Kullu region and 10 from Shimla region from 2010 to
2013. There were 2-3 rooms in each home stay.

Table 1 Number of Tourist Staying Home Stay

Source (K. Hiramani,2014)

According to the data related to the number of tourists stayed in these home stay units it is clear
that there is an increase of more than 12 % in each year. In 2011, at Kullu, 15 home stay units
accommodated 18480 tourists. In 2012 these accommodated 21012 tourists and there were an
increase of 12.5%. In 2013, it was 24864 with an increase of 15.49%. At Shimla, in 2011 out
of surveyed 10 Home stay units accommodated 8100 tourists. In 2012 they accommodated
10800 tourists and there were increase of 25% then to last year. In 2013 there were 14150
tourists with an increase of 23.64%. It is clear that home stay units in Kullu and Shimla are
getting adequate number of tourists and locals are getting good opportunities for earning. This
is a tool of development in these remote rural areas.
This is the tool of development in the rural areas where no other options are available. These
units are also helps in the preservation of culture and environment protection.

2.6.2 Rural Tourism As A Sustainable Development Alternative: An Analysis With

Special Reference To Ballavpur Danga Near Santiniketan, West Bengal (India),
Mustak Ahemad , 2018

A Case Study on a careful development of sustainable tourism at Ballavpur Danga, three km

from Santiniketan and six km from Bolpur (Santiniketan) railway station, is a “Santhal
Adivasi” tribal community in the pastoral beauty of rural Bengal.The Sonajhuri forest lies to
the east and the Ballavpur Avayaranya forest area and bird sanctuary is to its south. The various
types of “Santhali” art, craft and culture is closely related with the community’s life.

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The “Adivasi” communities are very

much skilled for handicrafts terracotta
works, batik prints, leather work,
carpentry, mat weaving, broom
binding with parts of trees, grass etc.
and making ornaments with bena
grass, date leaf, palm leaf and various
kinds of seeds,. Beautiful designs
adorn the walls and floors of the homes
Figure 4 Location of Study area of the “santal Adivasi’s”, made from
red earth, cow dung and lime. The
tribal dance in the open air around fire, to the rhythmic beats of the “dhamsa” and “madal”,
their traditional musical instrument; Adivasi myths and history remain woven in their songs
and recitations.
2.6.2.1 Objectives
 To understand the tourism potential in Ballavpur Danga village.
 To identify the natural and man-made resources in Ballavpur Danga village.
 To find out the impact of Rural Tourism on the residents.
 To identify the challenges and opportunities of rural tourism in Ballavpur Danga village
area.
2.6.2.2 Significance Of Rural Tourism
 Creating Employment through Rural Tourism
 Opportunities of youth through Rural Tourism
 Opportunities for Diversifications
 Preservation of Rural Culture and Heritage
 Culture and Social Exchange
 New Business Opportunities
2.6.2.3 Results
 Promotion Local Culture To the Tourist through wall panting and creating eco tourist
Huts.

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Figure 5 Santal adivasi communities‟ adorn design on the wall of their home

 Promotion of local handicraft made by the villager using local resources to the tourist
and making the provision so that they Sell the Craft to the tourist.

Figure 6 Handicrafts made of jute, paddy, wheat seeds etc

 The Tourists can simply enjoy various

types of performance or can be a part of the
heart filling and vibrant “Adivasi santhal”
dance performed by the “Santhali” women
by catching hands in chain system and
dressed up in the red or blue bordered white
saris. The artists paint themselves with the
different colours in order to depict the
various mythological characters and dance gracefully on the beats of the traditional
music using the sticks.

 Organize Various Seasonal Fairs and Festival among the “Santali” Communities and
also for the visitors.
 Musium Gallery of filled with “Santhali” Paintings and artefacts is another attraction
to the tourists of this village.

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3
CHAPTER

STUDY AREA PROFILE

3.1 General
This chapter deals with the study area profile which is of Narmada District and some basic
information related to its history, Area, Demographical profile, Geographical profile,
connectivity, land use and various tourist destinations in Narmada District. Details are
discussed in this chapter.

3.2 History
Narmada District was independent India’s Deshi Rajwada;s one independent “Rajpipla” raj.
when and how the “Rajpipla” name was came there is no supporting proof available. But as
per one story the first sitting was done under “Peepal” tree and from this “Rajpipla” name was
coined. Similarly many say that in this divisions number of “Peepal” trees was more in
proportion so this name was kept as “Rajpipla”. Whereas many say that in ancient times
connected to vindhyachal was Narmadas south coast region, Isikoy’s square Maharishi
Piplaads “Tapovan” was situated and from it is this name was kept but this Raj being part of
vidhyanchal this institutions name was “Rajgiri” for some time. Its example is available.

From samvat 1495 to 1514, again Sultan Ahmed invaded this place but that times king
Harisingji killed and defeated him and 10 miles away from Nandod at present which is known
as Junaraaj. At the place at that place at the name of Rajpipla “Gaadi” (seat) was established.

Nandod’s fortune changed and in 1830 capital was again shifted to Nandod which was this
places original capital. In 1918-19 Nandod name was kept as “Rajpipla” and Bharuch districts
Nandod was Talukas head office. Talukas name remained Nandod. But city’s name was
changed to Rajpipla. The former Rajpipla is known as present Junaraj. Thus in inclusion of

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Bharuch Districts 11 Talukas, Rajpipla 5 Talukas provincial area continued as it is and

provincial land revenue work was done from Rajpipla. Till many years Rajpipla’s provincial
area was related with Bharuch district and Governments administrative work was continued.

Figure 7 Administrative map of Narmada District Source : Map of India

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3.3 Geographical Location

The Narmada district is located in the southern part of the state. “Rajpipla” is the district
headquarter and the main industrial town of Narmada district. The district was formed on
October 2, 1997. The district is encompassed by north latitude 21º25’ to 22º00’ and by east
longitude 73º10’ to 73º43’. Its east west extension is 71.9 km. and its south-west extension is
75.5 km. The district is bounded by Vadodara in the north and Surat district in the south. On
the west it is bounded by the Bharuch district and on the east by the border of the States viz.
Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh (Fig: 1). The newly formed district consist of Tilakwada taluka
of erstwhile Vadodara district and 3 talukas , Nandod, Dediyapada and Sagbara of Bharuch district.
For administrative convenience Narmada District has been divided into five talukas namely
Nandod, Sagbara, Tilakwada and newly formed Garudeshwar with total 615 villages and 5 towns.
The area covered by this district is 2,817.00 Sq.km. i.e. it covers 1.44% of total geographical
area of Gujarat and ranks 22nd in comparison to other districts of the state.The density of the
district is 210 persons per Sq.km. compare to 308 persons density of the Gujarat.
In this district Satpuda’s Hills are situated and large portion of land of Tilakwada, Nandod and
Garudeshwar’s with pit ad hills with slope.

Figure 8 : Location of "Statue of Unity" In India Source : Map of India

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3.4 Demography

According to the 2011 Census, the total population of Narmada district is 590,297 comprising
301,086 males and 289,211 females. The population of the district is about 1 percent of the
state population and ranks 24th among the 26 districts of Gujarat state. In Narmada district,
Nandod taluka has the highest population (241053) whereas Tilakwada taluka has the lowest
(63871) Among villages Chikda village of Dediapada taluka is the most populated village
(3921) and Siyali village of the same as same taluka has the lowest population of 2.

Table 2 Taluka wise population with sex and Residence, 2001 and 2011

% of
Total
District
SL No Population 2001 Population 2011 District
/Taluka
Populati
on
Person Male Female Person Male Female
Narmada 514404 263986 250418 590297 301086 289211
2 Tilakwada 56059 29263 26796 63871 33197 30674 10.83
3 Nandod 231138 120567 110571 241053 124560 116493 40.83
4 Dediapada 143574 72920 70654 174449 88235 86241 29.54
5 Sagbara 83633 42397 42397 110924 55094 55830 18.8
Source: census of India, 2011

Table 3 Share of rural urban population of Narmada District

Sl No District Population 2001 Population 2011

Rural Urban Rural Urban
1 Narmada 89.9 10.1 89.5 10.5
Source: census of India, 2011

Table 4 Population Projection using Decrease Rate Method

Year Population Growth Rate

2001 514404 14.47
2011 590379 14.77

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Table 5 Various Demographic Indicators

Source : Census of India

3.5 Connectivity

3.5.1 Road Infrastructure

Narmada district is well connected by roads with key industries centers in the State. It is well
connected with other important cities like Ahmedabad (195 km), Surat (83 km) and Vadodara
(80 km), Gandhinagar (223 km), Jamnagar (467 km), Vapi (150 km), Bhavnagar (357 km) and
Ankleshwar (75 km). It is also well connected with major cities of India like Delhi (964 km),
Mumbai (419 km), Hyderabad (936 km), Kolkata (1779 km) and Chennai (1493 km).

3.5.2 Railway Infrastructure

There are 4 railway stations in the district. The Gauge conversion work is under progress which
will connect the neighbouring district with Vadodara and Bharuch which will be completed by
the end of this year. It will definitely boost the existing Small and Medium enterprises in the
district. It will connect four stations Ankleshwar, Jhagadia, Rajpipla and Vadodara.

3.5.3 Airport Infrastructure

There is no airport in the district. The nearest airport situated at Vadoadara and Surat and
Ahmedabad. Narmada District is 77 km from Vadodara Airport and From Surat it’s about 139
km and from Ahmedabad Airport the distance is 187 km respectively.

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Figure 9 Connectivity of Narmada District Source : Map of Gujarat

3.6 Climatic Condition

The climate of this district is characterized by general dryness except during the southwest
monsoon season and hot summer. The year may be divided in to four seasons. The cold season
from November to February, the hot season from march to may , the south west monsoon from
June to September and the transition month October.

From the beginning of the march tempareture rises steadily till may, which is the hottest month
with the maximum temperature of 44.4 ◦c in Rajpipla. After the October both Day and Night
temperature rapidly decrease till January, The maximum temperature at about 44 ◦c in Kevadia
and minimum 6.70 ◦c in Rajpipla.

3.6.1 Winds

Winds are generally light with some strengthening in force during the latter part of the summer
and monsoon season. In May the south-west monsoon season winds are generally from
direction between south and west. The post monsoon season the winds are varying in direction
in the morning from north east. In the winter and the early part of the summer season winds
are from directions between south-west and north-west with northerly and north-easterly winds
blowing on some afternoon.

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3.6.2 Rainfall

The district has semi arid climate. Extreme temperatures, erratic rainfall and high evaporation
are the characteristic features ( Fig. ). The average annual normal rainfall is 924.8 mm for the
30 years. Bharuch IMD station is falling close to the newly formed Narmada district Therefore,
climatological data of Bharuch IMD station (1951-1980) is utilised for this district and is given
in Table 4 .

Table 6 Climatological data of Bharuch IMD station

Source : Bharuch IMD station

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Figure 10 Climatological data of Bharuch District Source : Bharuch IMD station

Figure 11 Average Rainfall of Narmada District Source : Agriculture Contingency Plan for Narmada District

3.7 Land Use

Land use of an area is indicated by the predominant activity.

Table 7 Description of Land utilization of Narmada District

Source : Census of India

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Figure 12 Various Landuse Pattern of Narmad district Source : SSNNL

3.8 Existing Infrastructure

Providing basic infrastructure facilities by the State Government and local authorities is a pre-requisite
for speedy economic growth of the district. Such facilities are extensive transportation infrastructure,
better communication network, good post & telegraph services, broader banking and financial system,
higher educational system and good health services etc.

3.8.1 Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC)

Rajpipla of Nadod taluka is the main Industrial Center with GIDC estates in Narmada district.
Moreover, in Sagbara, Dediyapada and Tilakwada taluka the GIDC acquired land for setting up
industrial estates

3.8.2 Water Facility

Water supply for the Various purposes in the district can be obtained from three main sources like
Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board, irrigation canal and Sardar Sarovar Project.

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3.8.2.1 Sardar Sarovar Project

The project envisages supply of water for drinking purposes, irrigation, and industrial use and
water for industrial use is made available through branch canals With a total length of 3.65km,
Wadia is the branch canal, that supplies water to the Narmada district. The starting point of the
canal is Nandod and end point is Koliary.

3.8.3 Electricity Facility

Narmada hydropower Project having capacity of 1450 Mega Watt at Kevadiya is functioning at present.
Under which at River Bed Unit with 1200 Mega Watt was established in February, 2005 at the cost of
Rs. 214.08 Crores. And, another unit with capacity of 250 Mega Watt was established in December,
2004 at Kanal Head in Kevadiya also functioning in the district. A substation of 132 KV is present in
Tilakwada connected with Jambuva in Vadodara district

3.8.4 Road Infrastructure

Narmada district is well connected by roads with key industries centers in the State. It is well connected
with other important cities like Ahmedabad (195 km), Surat (83 km) and Vadodara (80 km),
Gandhinagar (223 km), Jamnagar (467 km), Vapi (150 km), Bhavnagar (357 km) and Ankleshwar (75
km). It is also well connected with major cities of India like Delhi (964 km), Mumbai (419 km),
Hyderabad (936 km), Kolkata (1779 km) and Chennai (1493 km).

Table 8 Description of Road

Source : Road and Building Department P.W.D

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3.9 Tourism In Narmada District

3.9.1 Statue of Unity

The Statue of Unity which was begun in 2013 and inaugurated

by the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 31st October
2018 nearly twice as tall as New York's Statue of Liberty . The
height of the statue is 182m and is the main attraction of
Narmada District. The statue is a tribute to India’s freedom
fighter and first deputy Prime Minister, Sardar Vallabhbhai
Patel known as the "Iron Man of India" and played a significant
role in persuading feuding states to unite to become part of the
Indian state after independence in 1947.The statue is being built
in the western state of Gujarat. It is located at the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River.
The dam itself is considered to be one of the largest structures standing at a height of 42 metres.
World's Tallest Statue serve as centre of tourism in the region it has beautiful environment
having Observation Check View, Valley of Flowers, Memorial, Museum& Audio Visual
Gallery, SOU Site, Sardar Sarovar Dam etc

3.9.2 Harsidhdhi Goddess Temple

There is a famous temple of Goddess Harsidhdhi in the

town of Rajpipla. It is said that the Goddess is the
‘Haritagous Mataji’ of the royal families of Rajpipla.
There is folkfair takes place for 10 days of Navratri
festival. Some traditional functions like Hom-Havan and
Pujais being arranged as per the royal customs of the past.
Rajpipla known as Nandod or Nandot, was formerly a princely state. It was renamed Rajpipla
in 1918-19. In Rajpipla, there are three palaces (i) The Chchatra Vilas Palace (ii) The Vijay
Palace and (iii) The Indrajit Padmini Mahal or Vadia Palace. The Vadia Palace is the best of
the three. Now the fabulous palace complex with its acres of grounds suitable for forestry
plantations have been converted
to a Forest Ranger’s College.

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3.9.3 Kumbheshwar Mahadev Temple

It is situated on the banks of the river Narmada. It is 3

miles away from Nandod, a headquarters of taluka. It
has a stone and cement temple of Kumbheshwar
Mahadev. Many years ago the Baroda State used to
contribute towards the expenses of the temple. But the
Puja is now performed by Tapodhans and Gosais who
enjoy temple lands. Besides an image of Shiv, two
images of Panotis (one small and the other is large) are
worshipped with libation of oil. The offerings are shared by Tapodhans Brahmins who worship
the image of Shiv. On every Saturday in Shravana fair is held, attended by many people from
villages within a distance of about 20 miles.

3.9.4 Surpaneshvar Mahadev

Surpan is also known as Mokhadi. It is situated on a bank of the river Narmada. It is about 20
miles from Rajpipla railway station. There are two very old temples, one of Surpaneshvar
Mahadev (the trident-bearing God), the other of Ranchhodji. For their support, the former
Baroda State and Rajpipla State paid for the maintenance of the both the temples. After the
merger of these states the allowances were discontinued by the Government of Bombay. Every
year, on Chaitra Vada fair is held. Pilgrims from all parts of Gujarat begin to gather from
Chaitra Vad

3.9.5 Temple of Koteshwar Mahadev

Garudeshwar is situated on the bank of river Narmada at a

distance of 82 Kms from Bharuch and 17 Kms from the
taluka headquarters of Nandod on the Vadodara Rajpipla
state highway. It is very famous pilgrim place of Hindus. It
has a temple of Koteshwar Mahadev. Tourism Corporation
of the state has considered this place for eligible growth
center for tourists.

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3.9.6 Temple of Pandhar Mata

Devmogra is situated in Sagbara taluka 38 miles from

Kevdi Road railway station. It has a temple of Pandhar
Mata. Every year on the Maha Shivratri day Magh Vad
13th a fair is held attended by about 10,000 pilgrims,
mostly Bhils. It lasts for two days. During the fare, the
Bhils offer cocks and goats to the goddess, and after
such offers are consumed by the worshippers.

3.9.7 Sardar Sarovar Dam

The river Narmada is the largest river of the

state. It is originating from Meikal hill of
Satpuda and meets the Gulf of Khambhat at the
western coast. This project was a dream of
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the great son of
Gujarat. It has been implemented by the
Government of Gujarat with the approval of
Government of India. The Sardar Sarovar
Narmada Nigam Limited, an autonomous body
was formed on 11th April, 1988 for timely
implementation of the project. Sardar Sarovar
Dam is a lifeline of the Gujarat State. This project is unique on many counts. Under this project
a concrete dam of 128 meter high from river bed level will be constructed. Its reservoir will
contain a live storage of 580 crores cubic meters of water spread over 214 kilometers long and
37000 hectares area of Narmada Valley. On the right bank of the river 440 Kms. long main
canal from the reservoir to the border of Rajasthan will be constructed. Its capacity at its head
will be 1133 cubic meters per second, which will taper down to 71 cubic per second at Gujarat
Rajasthan border. There will be 36 branch canals from the main canal and the total length of
all the branch canals and sub-canals will run into 75000 km. On the right bank of the river,
there will be an underground power station having 6 reversible turbine units, each of 200 M.W.
capacity imported from Japan. There will also be a power station with 5 units each having
capacity of 50 M.W. on the right bank at the head of the canal.

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3.9.8 Malsamot

Malsamot is located at 80 Kms far from Rajpipla, the

headquarters of Narmada District. It is situated 40
Kms far from Dediapada Taluka. Malsamot has a
beautiful forest track and a proper place for
mountaineering are at 636 mtrs. High from of sea-
level, having pleasant atmosphere. The forest area is
the beautiful area of different in presentations during
monsoon season. There is a wonderful fall of Ninai
surrounding 10 Kms of this area. The fall is located
in the interior side of valleys and Rocky Mountains.
The water falls from the height of nearly 40 to 50 meters and it creates very attractive natural
scene. The nature lovers of the far ends of the country always visit this place. They enjoy the
real beauty of nature here. The residents pray for Goddess ‘Ninai’ here and that’s
why the waterfall is called ‘Ninai’. This area has also other mountain ranges
like Khambharandhal, Malav Ghat, Delghat, Sabar Tekri, Rinchhfari, Tin Khadk etc. the entire
Malsamot area is a masterpiece landscape created by nature that makes us feel the glory of
nature.

3.9.9 Karjan Dam

Karjan Dam is located on the river of Karjan near

Jitnagar village that is 10 Kms far from Rajpipla. It is
created for providing Irrigation facility. The water for
irrigation is supplied to Nandod, Jhagadiya and Valia
areas by its Left bank and Right bank canals. The Karjan
Dam also provides brighter chances for fisheries
development.

3.9.10 Rajvant Place

In Rajpipla in large number to visit nearby places.

While staying here. A Padam village (Vaadia Palace)
is especially worth seeing. In Rajpipla city there is
main Temple of Harisidh mata Guesthouse being there
also on the Banks of river narmada and there also
tourists come in good touristcome in odd number. It
Jior Pati village small big evistars temple are there numbers on Saturday.

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POLICY

 National Tourism policy-2002

 National Tourism Policy-2015

REPORT

1. Report on Indian Tourism Statics-2013, by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India

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