Jalia, India

Jalia, India

Jalia is a small village in the Amreli District of Gujarat, India. It is located 22 kilometers (14 miles) from Amreli. The majority population of the village are Patels (Nakranis (Vaderavala Nakranis) Sanganis,etc.)

Nearby attractions are Bhurakhiya Hanuman Mandir [ [http://bhurakhiadada.com/history.htm Saga of Bhurakhiya Hanuman] ] and Khodiyar Mandir [ [http://aaishreekhodiyarmandir.org/ Indian Website of Khodiyar Mandir] ] . The nearest access points are Rajkot Airport and Amereli Railway Station. [ [http://www.india9.com/i9show/Jalia-80472.htm Amreli District in India] ]

Since the time of Indian independence, Jalia has been considered the most educated village in India. The main person behind the development of the village is Balubhai Bhatt who is lovingly known as Balukaka. Balukaka played a very important role in the independence fight of India and "Khadi" (Hand woven cotton cloth) movement initiated and motivated by Mahatma Gandhi. [ [http://en.allexperts.com/e/j/ja/jalia.htm All Experts] ] The village is also famous for its portion of population in the United States.

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