Kheda

Sprawling over an area of 3,943 sq km, Kheda District is located in Gujarat. On the north, the destination is bounded by the districts of Gandhinagar and Sabarkantha, while on the south of the district lie Anand and Vadodara. The destination on the east is surrounded by Panchmahal and on the west, the district is bounded by Ahmedabad.

The administrative centre of Kheda District is the town of Kheda, which is also known as Kaira. The history of Kheda can be traced back to the early 18th century, when the town was passed on to the Babi family. In 1763, the town was eventually taken over by Marathas until it was ceded to the British in 1803. Later, till 1830, the district served as a large military station.

The town is mostly inhabited by the Gujjar and the Jat community along with some other groups. In addition, it is the same place where Mahatma Gandhi launched the Satyagraha movement against unjust taxation by the British at a time of famine. Owing to this, the town holds immense historical significance, as it was the breeding ground for the freedom struggle of India against the British rule.

Kheda is also a popular pilgrimage destination, owing to which there are plenty of temples dedicated to different gods. Tourists can pay their respect at the famous temple in Dakor, dedicated to the deity Lord Krishna, which is one of the most prominent attractions of the destination.

Besides, travellers can also visit the ancient Shree Mahalakshmi Temple, where the statue of the Goddess Mahalakshmi is made of pure marble. Other famous temples of this district include Shree Mankameshvar Temple, Shree Somath Temple and Ramji Mandir.

Reaching Kheda is easy owing to the presence of flights, buses and trains. Those travelling by air can board flights to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, which is located at a distance of 46.1 km away. Kheda can also be reached by trains served by the Ahmedabad Railway Station, which is situated at a distance of 38.6 km.

Apart from flights and trains, buses are also available to Kheda Bus Station, which is located at a distance of 1 km from the destination. NH-8 connects Kheda with cities like Ahmedabad and Vadodara among others. Several buses ply on this highway connecting Kheda with other major cities.

The winter season, commencing from the month of October and extending till the month of January, is the best time to visit Kheda.