What is the population of Veraval, Gujarat?

Veraval has a population of approximately 154,600 according to the latest available open data.

Where is Veraval, Gujarat located?

Veraval is located in Gujarat, India, at approximate coordinates 20.9101°, 70.3653°.

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Veraval

Total population

154,600

Elevation0 m

Coordinates20.91°, 70.37°

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Overview

Veraval, also known as Somnath, is a coastal city and the headquarters of Gir Somnath district in the Indian state of Gujarat. Somnath Temple, a place of pilgrimage due to its importance as one of the 12 Jyotirlinga sites dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva, is located here. Veraval is also associated with the final earthly moments of Lord Krishna, as Bhalka Tirtha, traditionally believed to be the place where Krishna was struck by the arrow of the hunter Jara, is located in the city. It is one of India's major fishing ports and a prominent centre for seafood processing and export.

History & geography

History

The region surrounding Veraval, situated on the Saurashtra coast of present-day Gujarat, has been inhabited since ancient times. Archaeological evidence indicates that the broader Saurashtra peninsula formed part of the cultural and trade network of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 2600–1900 BCE), with coastal settlements participating in maritime trade across the Arabian Sea. Following the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization, the region continued to be occupied during the Vedic and early historic periods. Classical Greco-Roman sources such as the Periplus of the Erythraean Sea (1st century CE) describe active maritime trade along the western coast of India, including ports in Saurashtra that engaged in commerce with the Roman Empire. During the early medieval period, the region came under the rule of the Maitrakas of Vallabhi (c. 5th–8th centuries CE), followed by local dynasties such as the Saindhavas and the Chudasamas. Veraval’s growth was closely tied to the Somnath temple within the town, one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva, which became a major religious and economic center. The temple attracted pilgrims from across the Indian subcontinent and contributed to the growth of settlements in its vicinity. The region gained prominence in historical records following the raid on the Somnath temple by Mahmud of Ghazni in 1025 CE. Persian chronicles describe the event as part of his campaigns into the Indian subcontinent. In subsequent centuries, Saurashtra came under the control of the Delhi Sultanate and later the Gujarat Sultanate. Coastal towns such as Veraval continued to function as active ports facilitating maritime trade across the Arabian Sea. By the 16th century, the region was incorporated into the Mughals. Under Mughal administration,…

Geography

Veraval is located at . It has an average elevation of 0 metres (0 feet). It is a coastal urban area situated along the Arabian Sea on the southern coast of the Saurashtra peninsula. The terrain of the city area is predominantly flat and low-lying, characteristic of the western coastal plains of Gujarat. The coastline includes sandy beaches interspersed with rocky stretches, while the land gradually rises further inland. The natural harbour at Veraval has historically supported fishing and maritime activity, while the coastal setting has equally influenced the spatial development as part of the same urban geography. The region experiences a tropical climate, with hot summers, a southwest monsoon season, and mild winters. Most annual rainfall occurs between June and September due to the monsoon. Proximity to the Arabian Sea moderates temperature extremes compared to inland areas of the Saurashtra region. The surrounding area includes coastal ecosystems, fishing zones, and agricultural land, while the Gir forest region lies further inland to the east.

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