Malvan

Malvan


Malvan (मालवण)
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Malvan (मालवण)
Location of Malvan (मालवण)
in Maharashtra and India
Coordinates 16°03′24″N 73°28′08″E / 16.056535°N 73.468752°E / 16.056535; 73.468752Coordinates: 16°03′24″N 73°28′08″E / 16.056535°N 73.468752°E / 16.056535; 73.468752
Country India
State Maharashtra
District(s) Sindhudurg
Population 60,000 (2001)
Official languages Marathi, Malvani
Time zone IST (UTC+05:30)
Area

Elevation


5 metres (16 ft)

Website sindhudurg.nic.in

Malvan (Marathi: मालवण) (also written as Malwan) is a town in Sindhudurg District, the southernmost district of Maharashtra. This culturally and historically important town is a Taluka place in Sindhudurg District. Malvan taluka consists of villages like Aangnechi wadi, Achra, Khalchi Devli, Jamdul, Juva, Pankhol and Sarjekot. It is known for Sindhudurg Fort, its Malvani cuisine (rice and fish curry). It is known for its variety of mangos (Malvani Hapus - Alphonso). It is also known for sweets such as Malvani Khaja (Made from Gram - besan flour and coated jaggery) and Malvani Ladoos.

A very important part of Malavni culture is a Malvani Dashavtar, a drama-play based on mythological stories. A well-known dramatists and T.V. actor Mr. Machindra Kambli is from Malvan taluka.

Several apocryphal and some more credible stories related to the name Malvan exist. Salt was produced in large quantity in the Malvan region. Salt producers use term Mahalavan to describe a region rich in salt, a compound word from "Maha" meaning great, and "lavan" meaning plantation (or salt). Another possibility is a phonetic derivative of the compound of "Mad" and "Ban", Malvani for coconut trees and garden respectively, relating to the large number of coconut trees in the region.

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Geography and climate

Malvan is a compact town situated on the coast of Western India and boasts some beautiful beaches. Sindhudurg fort, Tarkarli beach, Mobar point, Chiwala beach, Tondavali beach, all attract tourists. Malvan town is bound by three small creeks: Karli, Kolamb and Kalavali.

The climate of Malvan can be generally classified as warm and moderately humid. Average temperatures range between 16 - 33 °C while relative humidity ranges from 69 to 98%. The annual average rainfall of Malvan is 2275 mm.

Location and Reaching there

Malvan is easily accessible by Road. By road, Malvan is 514 km away from Mumbai, 200 km from Ratnagiri. When arriving from Mumbai or Goa, take National Highway NH-17 till Kasaal and then take a State Transport bus or Rickshaw for an approximately 35 km ride to Malvan.

Nearest railway station is at Kudal/Kankawali and nearest Airport is at Dabolim in Goa. Overnight trains from Mumbai to Kudal are daily. State Transport buses from Kudal are frequent to Malwan. you can also reach there by your own vehicle.

Those who want to come from Pune, Best option is M.S.R.T.C (maharashtra state transport) bus from pune - Malvan. Bus Timing 7:00 am (Express bus) and 8:00 pm (Semi- luxury bus) everyday from Pune. (note : There is no MRSTC vovlo bus from pune to malvan) You can also go for Kadamba Transport Corporation buses which daily depart from Pune to Goa. You can get down at Kasal and from there catch Malwan buses. The timings are: Luxary(Non AC) 6:30pm (Pune - Madgaon) and Volvo (AC) 7:30pm (Pune-Panaji).

Also there are plenty of buses heading towards Goa from Pune which go via Kasal. If you don't get direct bus from Pune, come to Kolhapur by any MSRTC or KSRTC bus. Kolhapur is the centre point for the buses heading towards Konkan, Goa. Buses coming from Pune as well as Sangli, Solapur, Bijapur have to go via Kolhapur to enter into Konkan.

If you are travelling first time on this route, kindly note that there are some buses from Pune, Kolhapur indicating the same boards of Savantwadi or Panaji but go via different routes. some buses enter into Konkan/Goa via Gadhinglaj-Ajara-Amboli route. If you want to come to Malvan, don't catch these buses otherwise you will get down to the southernmost part of konkan. Enter into the buses going either via Radhanagari-Phonda-Kankavali-Kasal or via Gaganbawada-Talere-Kankavali-Kasal. Then catch the Malvan bus from Kasal.

People / Demographics

As of 2001 India census,[1] Malwan had a population of 18,675. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Malwan has an average literacy rate of 81%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 85%, and female literacy is 77%. In Malwan, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age.

This area of the Konkan is predominantly Hindu and the majority of these Hindus are, Kshatriya, Maratha,Bhandari & Gabit. 'Anganewadi Jatra' and 'Bramhan Dev Jatra' are major festivals in the region,(held at Achra),DevRameshwar Kandalgaon & Achre. A number of Malvani emigres return to their native place every year during the months of August–September to attend 'Ganeshotsav', 'Ram Navmi', and various other festivals.

Culture

  • 'Malvani' dialect: Malvan has its unique culture signified by its peculiar dialect and Food. Malvan lends its name to 'Malvani' dialect (A Konkani dialect or sometimes referred as a mix of Marathi and Konkani). This dialect is very popular among local population in Sindhudurg district and also parts of Ratnagiri and Northern Goa part.
  • Cuisine - The cuisine of this region is popularly known as Malvani cuisine. Coconut, Rice and fish assume prime significance in the Malavani cuisine.
  • Dashavataar (In Devnagari: दशावतार)- It is an art form popular in most of the Konkan region in Maharashtra and more so in and around Malvan. It is a play that depicts the 10 incarnations of Lord Vishnu (as in Hindu mythalogy).This continues till wee hours of morning or probably after that also sometimes. Dashavataar, mainly conducted at the time of "Saptah" which the mahapuja of Gram Devta. During this all villagers also sale their home made products like Khaja, Kadak Dadu (popularly known as "Khatkhate Ladu"), Lonache - लोणचें (Pickles), and others. This utsav is the main Parvany (Event) for the villagers. At this very important event, all Chakarmani (A term used for A large number of Salaried class people from Konkan work who work in cities like Mumbai, Pune) visit their homes and enjoy the Khajas and Laadus.
  • Barrister Nath Pai Sevangan: Barrister Nath Pai Sevangan is named after the famous freedom fighter and legislator from Maharashtra. It is in Dhuriwada Malwan near the sea shore. It undertakes humanitarian work and also has a huge enclosed community center in which many events take place.
  • Pimpal (The peepal tree): Pimpal is a peepal tree (Sacred fig) in the heart of the town. The whole place has been named after the tree. On one side of this tree is a road leading to the municipal corporation, on the other side there is Topiwala High School and a government health clinic. Pimpal is considered sacred and holy and has been in malvan for as many as sixty years.
The tree is also known by the nameof 'BOHKTA PIMPAL' by the local population whrein bhokta means' people without work" it is a place for tea time discussions for the local people.
  • Malwan Schramik Maachimar Sangh: The traditional fishworker union in Malvan, registered in 1987, has small-scale fishermen as members.
  • Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, the conference on Marathi Literature were held once in Malvan city. It was presided by President of the Conference Atmaram Ravaji Deshpande alias Kavi Anil in 1958.

Education

  • A.S.D.Topiwala High School& Jr.College
  • Bhandari High School
  • S.K.Patil Mahavidyalaya
  • Kanyashala
  • Jeevan Vidya Vidyalaya
  • Industrial Training Institute (ITI)
  • Government Polytechnic
  • Lingeshwar High School & Junior College,Tulsuli-Kudal
  • Dr.s.s.Kudalakar highschool
  • Rosary English School.
  • Varadkar High School, Katta
  • Parab College Of Engineering, Near Pimple par, Kalse
  • Jai Ganesh English School,Malvan

Wildlife Sanctuary

The Malvan (marine) Wildlife Sanctuary was declared on 13 April 1987, with a core zone of 3.182 km² and buffer zone of 25.94 km² (total area being 29.122 km²). The core zone includes the Sindhudurg fort, Padamged island and other submerged rocky structures. The north eastern border of the buffer zone is 50 m from the seashore near Malvan port, while on the east it is a semi-circular sandy beach 500 m parallel to the shore of Malvan, in the south it is near Mandel rock, and in the west touches the Malvan rock.

Tourist Attractions

  • Sindhudurg - A sea fort. This impressive Sindhudurg (meaning Ocean Fort), was built in 1664 by the great 17th century Maratha King, Shivaji on "Kurte" island to the glory of the Maratha Empire. The construction of a sea fort is a stupendous task, and at Sindhudurg no efforts were spared. Over 2000 khandis (4000 mounds) of iron were used for casting and the foundation stones were laid down firmly in lead. Even today, as one approaches the fort past a rocky reef, navigable through a narrow channel, one marvels at the transportation of such heavy material through such choppy waters.
  • Tarkarli - A serene beach located 8 km off Malvan town. It has a Cottage Resort around the beach developed by Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation(MTDC). This beach is a favorite with sand particles devoid of any red tinge and sky reflecting waters. Further north about another 6–7 km, is the Tarkarli creek and a lovely estuary. A boat ride on the Tarkarli creek is a pleasant way to spend some time.
The Rock Garden, Malvan
  • Rock Garden - The Rock garden is situated near the Arase Mahal and on the Rocky Shore of Malvan.
  • Jai Ganesh Mandir

Jai Ganesh Mandir, is built by Mr Jayntrao Salgaokar, being the son of the soil, Mr. Salgaokar, primarily a businessman, built the temple to bring the devotion towards ganesha to a different level in his town. Every year on Maghi Ganesh Jayanti culturally enriching programs take place in and around the mandir.

  • Chivla Beach There are 5 to 6 beach stays gives an excellent accommodation, "Vasanti" House, which is MTDC approved under Bed and Breakfast scheme of Sindhudurg heading.
  • Arse Mahal Beach
  • Tondavali Beach (19 km North of Malvan)
  • Achra Beach (22 km north of Malvan)
  • Rameshwar Temple (23 km north of Malvan)
  • Devbaug Beach (12 km south of Malvan)
  • Vetal Mandir (4 km North of Malvan)
  • Vengurla town is very near from Malvan and also has many tourist attractions like temples( Rameshwar,Sateri,Mauli,Navadurga,Rampurush,etc.), forts, Beaches, Veg/Non-Veg food.

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