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'''Modasa''' is a town and a [[municipality]] in [[Aravalli district]] in the [[India]]n [[States and territories of India|state]] of [[Gujarat]].
'''Modasa''' is a town and a [[municipality]] in [[Aravalli district]] in the [[India]]n [[States and territories of India|state]] of [[Gujarat]].


Modasa became headquarters of new [[Aravalli district]], carved out from tribal-dominated areas of [[Sabarkantha]]. The new district was declared on 26 January 2013 and formed on 15 August 2013.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-09-18/ahmedabad/33924939_1_sadbhavana-tribal-areas-ambaji|title=Modi's poll knife carves out Aravali|date=18 September 2012|work=[[The Times of India]]|accessdate=1 October 2012}}</ref><ref name="db">{{cite news | url=http://daily.bhaskar.com/article/GUJ-AHD-seven-new-districts-to-be-formed-in-gujarat-4158081-NOR.html | title=Seven new districts to be formed in Gujarat | work=Daily Bhaskar | date=24 January 2013 | agency=DNA | accessdate=9 February 2013 | location=[[Ahmedabad]]}}</ref>
Modasa became headquarters of new [[Aravalli district]], carved out from [[Sabarkantha]]. The new district was declared on 26 January 2013 and formed on 15 August 2013.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-09-18/ahmedabad/33924939_1_sadbhavana-tribal-areas-ambaji|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120921020952/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-09-18/ahmedabad/33924939_1_sadbhavana-tribal-areas-ambaji|url-status=dead|archive-date=21 September 2012|title=Modi's poll knife carves out Aravali|date=18 September 2012|work=[[The Times of India]]|access-date=1 October 2012}}</ref><ref name="db">{{cite news | url=http://daily.bhaskar.com/article/GUJ-AHD-seven-new-districts-to-be-formed-in-gujarat-4158081-NOR.html | title=Seven new districts to be formed in Gujarat | work=Daily Bhaskar | date=24 January 2013 | agency=DNA | access-date=9 February 2013 | location=[[Ahmedabad]]}}</ref>


It is an economic centre for agricultural exports, at both the provincial and national levels. As a centre for the surrounding villages, Modasa acts as a transportation hub for both residents and tourists, and has two large hospitals. The city also provides a nucleus of doctors for the people of northern [[Gujarat]] and some migrants of southern [[Rajasthan]].
It is an economic centre for agricultural exports, at both the provincial and national levels. As a centre for the surrounding villages, Modasa acts as a transportation hub for both residents and tourists, and has two large hospitals. The city also provides a nucleus of doctors for the people of northern [[Gujarat]] and some migrants of southern [[Rajasthan]].


Modasa is emerging as an education centre for the area, with new pharmacy and engineering colleges and CBSE school supplementing the more traditional educational faculties. The city now has colleges of law, science, education, arts, commerce, and pharmacy, as well as business administration to [[MBA]] [[BBA]] and BCA levels. Study courses run by the [https://www.gecmodasa.ac.in/ Government Engineering college] include mechanical, computer, electronics and communication, civil engineering, electrical, and automotive engineering.
Modasa is emerging as an education center for the area, with new pharmacy and engineering colleges and CBSE school supplementing the more traditional educational faculties. The city now has colleges of law, science, education, arts, commerce, and pharmacy, as well as business administration to [[MBA]], [[Bachelor of Business Administration|BBA]] and [[Bachelor of Computer Science|BCA]] levels. Study courses run by the Government Engineering college include mechanical, computer, electronics and communication, civil engineering, electrical, and automotive engineering.


==History==
==History==


The history of Modasa dates back thousands of years. It is believed that region around Modasa has been populated since the days of Indus valley civilization. Many architectural items, coins, religious artifacts, brick etc. are found at excavation sites around Modasa. These findings are evidence of the prominent role Modasa played during various periods of Indian history. Modasa has been place of significance in the times of Mauryas, Shatvahns, Kshtraps Guptas, Maritrakas, Rastrakutas etc. It is believed that Modasa is refereed as Maulayashah tirth in Skand puran. Also a more-than-2000-year-old stone has been found that refers to place as Mandasan. It is also claimed that in past Modasa was called Modhak vas or Mohadakvas. Though it is not clear where this name came from.{{cn|date=September 2018}}
The history of Modasa dates back thousands of years. It is believed that region around Modasa has been populated since the days of Indus valley civilization. Many architectural items, coins, religious artifacts, brick etc. are found at excavation sites around Modasa. These findings are evidence of the prominent role Modasa played during various periods of Indian history. Modasa has been place of significance in the times of Mauryas, Shatvahns, Kshtraps Guptas, Maritrakas, Rastrakutas etc. It is believed that Modasa is refereed as Maulayashah tirth in Skand puran. Also a more-than-2000-year-old stone has been found that refers to place as Mandasan. It is also claimed that in past Modasa was called Modhak vas or Mohadakvas. Though it is not clear where this name came from.{{citation needed|date=September 2018}}


Modasa has been referred to in many religious stories from past.{{cn|date=September 2018}} Temples of many diverse faith and religion are found throughout the
Modasa has been referred to in many religious stories from past.{{citation needed|date=September 2018}} Temples of many diverse faith and religion are found throughout the
town. Among Hindus, Jains and Shiva worshipers dominated town for many years. Pusti marg was introduced only about 300 years ago.{{cn|date=September 2018}}
town. Among Hindus, Jains and Shiva worshipers dominated town for many years. Pusti marg was introduced only about 300 years ago.{{citation needed|date=September 2018}}


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In medieval times Modasa used to be the rest point for travellers going to Surat port for [[Mecca]] from northern Indian places like [[Delhi]], etc.
Modasa is also famous for Hajrat Makhdum shah lahori, a Sufi saint who spread Islam in Modasa, even converting Parmar king of that time Raja Maandata.<ref name="Makhdum Shah Baba">{{cite web | url=http://wikimapia.org/8474420/SHENHSHA-E-MODASA-SAIYYAD-MAKHDUM-MAHEMUD-LAHORI | title=Shenhsha e Modasa Saiyyad Makhdum Mahemud Lahori (Modasa) | publisher=Wikimapia | accessdate=24 October 2018 }}</ref>{{better source|date=August 2019|reason=Wikimapia is user-generated content.}}

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In medieval times Modasa used to be the rest point for travellers going to Surat port for Mecca from northern Indian places like [[Delhi]], etc.


The architectural sites around Modasa indicate that once there was a kote (wall) around the town. Also there are indications that the kote has been destroyed many times. {{by whom|date=September 2018}} Though details are limited it is believed that town was sacked in past by armies from Muslims
The architectural sites around Modasa indicate that once there was a kote (wall) around the town. Also there are indications that the kote has been destroyed many times. {{by whom|date=September 2018}} Though details are limited it is believed that town was sacked in past by armies from Muslims
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During British rule though most of the area around Modasa was under state of Idar, Modasa was under direct control of British government in India. This might have brought some stability in the late 19th century. During the days of independent struggle, led by Mahatma Gandhi, Modasa participated very actively. Starting from 1930's Modasa was a vibrant place for the non-violent styagrah movement.
During British rule though most of the area around Modasa was under state of Idar, Modasa was under direct control of British government in India. This might have brought some stability in the late 19th century. During the days of independent struggle, led by Mahatma Gandhi, Modasa participated very actively. Starting from 1930's Modasa was a vibrant place for the non-violent styagrah movement.


There was a British passenger ship named after Modasa. The "S.S Modasa" was one of a class of six near-sister ships owned by [[British-India Steam Navigation Company|British-India Steam Navigation Co.]] Built by [[Swan Hunter|Swan Hunter & Wigham Richardson.]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/TheShipsList/1998-07/0901544806|title=S.S MODASA, A british India passenger ship.|last=|first=|date=|website=|publisher=|access-date=8 Oct 2016}}</ref>
There was a British passenger ship named after Modasa. The "S.S Modasa" was one of a class of six near-sister ships owned by [[British-India Steam Navigation Company|British-India Steam Navigation Co.]] Built by [[Swan Hunter|Swan Hunter & Wigham Richardson.]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/TheShipsList/1998-07/0901544806|title=S.S MODASA, A british India passenger ship.|access-date=8 Oct 2016}}</ref>


Modasa RTO code is GJ-31 instead of GJ-33
Modasa RTO code is GJ-31 instead of GJ-33
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| date = 3 March 2005
| date = 3 March 2005
| publisher = [[Falling Rain Genomics]]
| publisher = [[Falling Rain Genomics]]
| accessdate = 2008-09-08}}</ref> Most of the water for Modasa comes from the Mazum river, on which, about 5 kilometers from Modasa, the [[Mazum reservoir]] is situated.
| access-date = 2008-09-08}}</ref> Most of the water for Modasa comes from the Mazum river, on which, about 5 kilometers from Modasa, the [[Mazum reservoir]] is situated.


==Educational institutions==
==Educational institutions==


[[File:GEC MODASA.jpg|thumb|Government Engineering College Modasa]]<ref>http://www.gecmd.cteguj.in</ref>
[[File:GEC MODASA.jpg|thumb|Government Engineering College Modasa]]<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.gecmd.cteguj.in |title = Home {{!}} GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, MODASA}}</ref>


After independence the leader of Modasa decided to take the opportunity to provide higher education to the needy of this area and establish a public charitable trust which is registered the Act. {{cn|date=October 2020}} The purpose of this trust is to establish and run an institution for higher education catering to the needs of this area and bring them into the mainstream. The trust is aptly named after a well known revolutionary, freedom fighter, social worker and educationist "Shri Mathuradas Laljidas Gandhi". The M. L. Gandhi Higher Education Society started Arts and Science College first with the donation of generous donors like Sir Purushottamdas Thakordas and Shir Somalal kasturdas Shah and the partners of Shir krishan Oil Mill. So, the college was named after them. Thus the first college was called Shir S.K.Shah & Shri Krishan O.M.Arts College and Sir P.T.Science College in 1960. In a short time this college started throbbing with
After independence, the leader of Modasa decided to take the opportunity to provide higher education to the needy of this area and establish a public charitable trust which is registered in the Act. {{citation needed|date=October 2020}} The purpose of this trust is to establish and run an institution for higher education catering to the needs of this area and bringing them into the mainstream. The trust is aptly named after a well-known revolutionary, freedom fighter, social worker, and educationist "Shri Mathuradas Laljidas Gandhi". The M. L. Gandhi Higher Education Society started Arts and Science College first with the donation of generous donors like Sir Purushottamdas Thakordas and Shir Somalal Kasturdas Shah and the partners of Shir Krishan Oil Mill. So, the college was named after them. Thus the first college was called Shir S.K.Shah & Shri Krishan O.M.Arts College and Sir P.T.Science College in 1960. In a short time this college started throbbing with
vitality{{According to whom|date=October 2020}} under the academic leadership of its first principal Dr. Dhirubhai Thakar, who, after his retirement is busy making an encyclopedia in Gujarat named Gujarati Vishwakosh, a most prestigious work. The first president of this education society was the late shri Raichanddas Katudas Shah.{{cn|date=October 2020}}
vitality{{According to whom|date=October 2020}} under the academic leadership of its first principal Dhirubhai Thakar, who, after his retirement is busy making an encyclopedia in Gujarat named Gujarati Vishwakosh, a most prestigious work. The first president of this education society was the late shri Raichanddas Katudas Shah.{{citation needed|date=October 2020}}


;Institutes By Modasa College Campus
;Institutes By Modasa College Campus
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Modasa also Has two engineering Colleges namely (1) Government Engineering College, Modasa (popularly known as GEC MODASA). (2) Tatva Engineering College.
Modasa also Has two engineering Colleges namely (1) Government Engineering College, Modasa (popularly known as GEC MODASA). (2) Tatva Engineering College.


GEC modasa was inaugurated on 23rd August 1984 By then Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri [[Madhav Singh Solanki]] near the bank of Mazum river. The institute is known for its best Mechanical & Civil Engineering facilities and Faculties. The GEC Modasa has given many excellent Engineers to the nation who are in the national and state level institutions such as IIT, Kharagpur, Gujarat Technological University and other Government of India established technological and scientific institutions and organisations.
GEC modasa was inaugurated on 23 August 1984 By then Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri [[Madhav Singh Solanki]] near the bank of Mazum river. The institute is known for its best Mechanical & Civil Engineering facilities and Faculties. The GEC Modasa has given many excellent Engineers to the nation who are in the national and state level institutions such as IIT, Kharagpur, Gujarat Technological University and other Government of India established technological and scientific institutions and organisations.


GEC, MODASA offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of engineering as the name suggests. Offered Engineering fields are mainly Mechanical, Civil, IT and Computer science Engineering, Electrical engineering and electronics and communication engineering.
GEC, MODASA offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of engineering as the name suggests. Offered Engineering fields are mainly Mechanical, Civil, IT and Computer science Engineering, Electrical engineering and electronics and communication engineering.
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{{As of|2001}} India [[census]], Modasa had a population of 90,000. Males constitute 51% of the male population and females 49%. Modasa has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81%, with female literacy at 67%. In Modasa, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.
{{As of|2001}} India [[census]], Modasa had a population of 90,000. Males constitute 51% of the male population and females 49%. Modasa has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81%, with female literacy at 67%. In Modasa, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.
The Modasa Municipality has population of 67,648 of which 34,917 are males while 32,731 are females as per report released by Census India 2011.{{cite web
The Modasa Municipality has population of 67,648 of which 34,917 are males while 32,731 are females as per report released by Census India 2011.<ref>{{cite web
| title = Modasa population, India
| title = Modasa population, India
| url = http://www.census2011.co.in/data/town/802472-modasa-gujarat.html
| url = http://www.census2011.co.in/data/town/802472-modasa-gujarat.html
| date = 19 March 2018
| date = 19 March 2018
| publisher = [[Census Department Website]]
| publisher = [[Census Department Website]]
| accessdate = 2018-03-18}}</ref>
| access-date = 2018-03-18}}</ref>


==Notable residents==
==Notable residents==
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* [[Jigar Shah]] (Born in Modasa), founder of "Sun Edison", who creates billions of green economy of solar power generation. He shows the world that sustainable solar energy is a future of power generation.
* [[Jigar Shah]] (Born in Modasa), founder of "Sun Edison", who creates billions of green economy of solar power generation. He shows the world that sustainable solar energy is a future of power generation.
* [[Ramanlal Soni]]: A Gujarati writer was also born in Modasa. He is Famous for his Novels and stories for Children.
* [[Ramanlal Soni]]: A Gujarati writer was also born in Modasa. He is Famous for his Novels and stories for Children.

* [[Anees Bazmee]] : popular Hindi film director
* [[Anees Bazmee]] : popular Hindi film director

* [[S M Osama]] : Pharmacist who worked on many medicinal researches notably [[Gout]] and [[Transdermal Patch]]
* [[S M Osama]] : Pharmacist who worked on many medicinal researches notably [[Gout]] and [[Transdermal Patch]]
* [[Bhogilal Gandhi]] : [[Gujarati language|Gujarati]] Poet who wrote more than 80 books<ref>{{Cite web | url=http://www.gujaratisahityaparishad.com/prakashan/photo-gallery/sahitya-sarjako/Bhogilal-Gandhi.html | title=ભોગીલાલ ગાંધી, ગુજરાતી સાહિત્ય પરિષદ - Bhogilal Gandhi, Gujarati Sahitya Parishad}}</ref>
* [[Bhogilal Gandhi]] : [[Gujarati language|Gujarati]] Poet who wrote more than 80 books<ref>{{Cite web | url=http://www.gujaratisahityaparishad.com/prakashan/photo-gallery/sahitya-sarjako/Bhogilal-Gandhi.html | title=ભોગીલાલ ગાંધી, ગુજરાતી સાહિત્ય પરિષદ - Bhogilal Gandhi, Gujarati Sahitya Parishad}}</ref>


==In popular culture==
==In popular culture==
* Modasa appears in short Gujarati story "Porter na panjama" by [[Pannalal Patel]].
* Modasa appears in Gujarati short story "Porter na panjama" by [[Pannalal Patel]].
* Influenza Outbreak of Modasa was shown in [[Aamir Khan]]'s TV series [[Satyamev Jayate (TV series)|Satyamev Jayate]] in season 2 Episode 3.
* Influenza Outbreak of Modasa was shown in [[Aamir Khan]]'s TV series [[Satyamev Jayate (TV series)|Satyamev Jayate]] in season 2 Episode 3.
* It came into news due to Gangrape and Murder of Dalit Girl during 2020.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/city-others/fir-against-4-for-death-of-dalit-girl-in-modasa-gandhinagar-gujarat-6205268/lite/|title=FIR against 4 for the death of Dalit Girl.|last=|first=|date=|website=|publisher=|access-date=8 Jan 2020}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
{{Reflist}}
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==External links==
*{{Commonscatinline}}

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[[Category:Cities and towns in Aravalli district]]
[[Category:Cities and towns in Aravalli district]]

Latest revision as of 09:03, 25 August 2024

Modasa
Town
Modasa is located in Gujarat
Modasa
Modasa
Location in Gujarat, India
Modasa is located in India
Modasa
Modasa
Modasa (India)
Coordinates: 23°28′N 73°18′E / 23.47°N 73.3°E / 23.47; 73.3
Country India
StateGujarat
DistrictAravalli
Named forKing Malaji Bhil
Area
 • Total
13.47 km2 (5.20 sq mi)
Elevation
197 m (646 ft)
Population
 (2011)[1]
 • Total
67,648
 • Density5,022.1/km2 (13,007/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
383315
Telephone code091-2774-
Vehicle registrationGJ-31
Sex ratio923 female per 1000 male ♂/♀
Websitegujarat.gov.in

Modasa is a town and a municipality in Aravalli district in the Indian state of Gujarat.

Modasa became headquarters of new Aravalli district, carved out from Sabarkantha. The new district was declared on 26 January 2013 and formed on 15 August 2013.[2][3]

It is an economic centre for agricultural exports, at both the provincial and national levels. As a centre for the surrounding villages, Modasa acts as a transportation hub for both residents and tourists, and has two large hospitals. The city also provides a nucleus of doctors for the people of northern Gujarat and some migrants of southern Rajasthan.

Modasa is emerging as an education center for the area, with new pharmacy and engineering colleges and CBSE school supplementing the more traditional educational faculties. The city now has colleges of law, science, education, arts, commerce, and pharmacy, as well as business administration to MBA, BBA and BCA levels. Study courses run by the Government Engineering college include mechanical, computer, electronics and communication, civil engineering, electrical, and automotive engineering.

History

[edit]

The history of Modasa dates back thousands of years. It is believed that region around Modasa has been populated since the days of Indus valley civilization. Many architectural items, coins, religious artifacts, brick etc. are found at excavation sites around Modasa. These findings are evidence of the prominent role Modasa played during various periods of Indian history. Modasa has been place of significance in the times of Mauryas, Shatvahns, Kshtraps Guptas, Maritrakas, Rastrakutas etc. It is believed that Modasa is refereed as Maulayashah tirth in Skand puran. Also a more-than-2000-year-old stone has been found that refers to place as Mandasan. It is also claimed that in past Modasa was called Modhak vas or Mohadakvas. Though it is not clear where this name came from.[citation needed]

Modasa has been referred to in many religious stories from past.[citation needed] Temples of many diverse faith and religion are found throughout the town. Among Hindus, Jains and Shiva worshipers dominated town for many years. Pusti marg was introduced only about 300 years ago.[citation needed]

In medieval times Modasa used to be the rest point for travellers going to Surat port for Mecca from northern Indian places like Delhi, etc.

The architectural sites around Modasa indicate that once there was a kote (wall) around the town. Also there are indications that the kote has been destroyed many times. [by whom?] Though details are limited it is believed that town was sacked in past by armies from Muslims subas of Gujarat as well as Marathas.

It was an important frontier fortified post during Gujarat Sultanate (1415) under Sultan Ahmed Shah I. At the close of the sixteenth century it was the chief place in a tract of 162 villages, yielding a yearly revenue of £80,000 (Rs. 8,00,000). Under the Mughals, Shahab-ud-din, the 3rd Viceroy (1577-1583), repaired the fort at Modasa, and stationing a party of cavalry there completely settled the country. During the eighteenth century Modasa greatly declined, and when (1818) it came under British management, the town was most backward. Quickly recovering, it had in 1825 a numerous and respectable body of traders with an estimated capital of £90,000 (Rs. 9,00,000).[4]

During British rule though most of the area around Modasa was under state of Idar, Modasa was under direct control of British government in India. This might have brought some stability in the late 19th century. During the days of independent struggle, led by Mahatma Gandhi, Modasa participated very actively. Starting from 1930's Modasa was a vibrant place for the non-violent styagrah movement.

There was a British passenger ship named after Modasa. The "S.S Modasa" was one of a class of six near-sister ships owned by British-India Steam Navigation Co. Built by Swan Hunter & Wigham Richardson.[5]

Modasa RTO code is GJ-31 instead of GJ-33

Geography

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Odhari Lake

Modasa is located at 23°28′N 73°18′E / 23.47°N 73.3°E / 23.47; 73.3. It has an average elevation of 197 metres (646 feet).[6] Most of the water for Modasa comes from the Mazum river, on which, about 5 kilometers from Modasa, the Mazum reservoir is situated.

Educational institutions

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Government Engineering College Modasa

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After independence, the leader of Modasa decided to take the opportunity to provide higher education to the needy of this area and establish a public charitable trust which is registered in the Act. [citation needed] The purpose of this trust is to establish and run an institution for higher education catering to the needs of this area and bringing them into the mainstream. The trust is aptly named after a well-known revolutionary, freedom fighter, social worker, and educationist "Shri Mathuradas Laljidas Gandhi". The M. L. Gandhi Higher Education Society started Arts and Science College first with the donation of generous donors like Sir Purushottamdas Thakordas and Shir Somalal Kasturdas Shah and the partners of Shir Krishan Oil Mill. So, the college was named after them. Thus the first college was called Shir S.K.Shah & Shri Krishan O.M.Arts College and Sir P.T.Science College in 1960. In a short time this college started throbbing with vitality[according to whom?] under the academic leadership of its first principal Dhirubhai Thakar, who, after his retirement is busy making an encyclopedia in Gujarat named Gujarati Vishwakosh, a most prestigious work. The first president of this education society was the late shri Raichanddas Katudas Shah.[citation needed]

Institutes By Modasa College Campus
  1. Sir P T Science College
  2. Shri S K Shah And O.m arts college
  3. Shri H S Shah College Of Commerce
  4. B D Shah College Of Education
  5. Shri N S Patel law College
  6. Shri B M Shah College Of Pharmacy
  7. Shrimati M L G Bhalavat Pharmacy P G Centre
  8. P T C college
  9. Shrimati K A Modi M S W College
  10. Shri B H Gandhi BBA College
  11. Matrushri L J Gandhi BCA College
  12. Dr. N J Shah PGDCA College
  13. Shri K H Patel M.ed Institute
  14. Shri J B Shah English Medium School{Primary To Higher Secondary}
  15. Shri M J Mehta IGNOU Study Centre
  16. BAOU Study Centre
  17. A R Sura Museum
  18. PCSS Career Development Academy
  19. GEC Modasa

Other institutes include Makhdum Education society, Chanakya Vishwavidyala, New leap, Karimi Education society, etc. which run different schools from primary education to higher education

Modasa also Has two engineering Colleges namely (1) Government Engineering College, Modasa (popularly known as GEC MODASA). (2) Tatva Engineering College.

GEC modasa was inaugurated on 23 August 1984 By then Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Madhav Singh Solanki near the bank of Mazum river. The institute is known for its best Mechanical & Civil Engineering facilities and Faculties. The GEC Modasa has given many excellent Engineers to the nation who are in the national and state level institutions such as IIT, Kharagpur, Gujarat Technological University and other Government of India established technological and scientific institutions and organisations.

GEC, MODASA offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of engineering as the name suggests. Offered Engineering fields are mainly Mechanical, Civil, IT and Computer science Engineering, Electrical engineering and electronics and communication engineering.

The GEC, Modasa is the leading institute in the north Gujarat province. It is also the GTU affiliated institute since 2007. The institute was affiliated to Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan during the period of 1984 to 2007.

Demographics

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GSRTC bus depot Modasa

As of 2001 India census, Modasa had a population of 90,000. Males constitute 51% of the male population and females 49%. Modasa has an average literacy rate of 74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81%, with female literacy at 67%. In Modasa, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age. The Modasa Municipality has population of 67,648 of which 34,917 are males while 32,731 are females as per report released by Census India 2011.[8]

Notable residents

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  • Jivaraj Papriwal, a wealthy merchant of Modasa who had thousands of Jain images carved and transported to towns across India. All of them bear an inscription mentioning that they were installed at Modasa in Samvat 1548.
  • Jigar Shah (Born in Modasa), founder of "Sun Edison", who creates billions of green economy of solar power generation. He shows the world that sustainable solar energy is a future of power generation.
  • Ramanlal Soni: A Gujarati writer was also born in Modasa. He is Famous for his Novels and stories for Children.
  • Anees Bazmee : popular Hindi film director
  • S M Osama : Pharmacist who worked on many medicinal researches notably Gout and Transdermal Patch
  • Bhogilal Gandhi : Gujarati Poet who wrote more than 80 books[9]
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  • Modasa appears in Gujarati short story "Porter na panjama" by Pannalal Patel.
  • Influenza Outbreak of Modasa was shown in Aamir Khan's TV series Satyamev Jayate in season 2 Episode 3.
  • It came into news due to Gangrape and Murder of Dalit Girl during 2020.[10]

References

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  1. ^ "Census of India Search details". censusindia.gov.in. Retrieved 10 May 2015.
  2. ^ "Modi's poll knife carves out Aravali". The Times of India. 18 September 2012. Archived from the original on 21 September 2012. Retrieved 1 October 2012.
  3. ^ "Seven new districts to be formed in Gujarat". Daily Bhaskar. Ahmedabad. DNA. 24 January 2013. Retrieved 9 February 2013.
  4. ^ Gazetteer of the Bombay Presidency: Ad (Public Domain text). Government Central Press. 1879. pp. 345–346.
  5. ^ "S.S MODASA, A british India passenger ship". Retrieved 8 October 2016.
  6. ^ "Modasa, India". Falling Rain Genomics. 3 March 2005. Retrieved 8 September 2008.
  7. ^ "Home | GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, MODASA".
  8. ^ "Modasa population, India". Census Department Website. 19 March 2018. Retrieved 18 March 2018.
  9. ^ "ભોગીલાલ ગાંધી, ગુજરાતી સાહિત્ય પરિષદ - Bhogilal Gandhi, Gujarati Sahitya Parishad".
  10. ^ "FIR against 4 for the death of Dalit Girl". Retrieved 8 January 2020.
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  • Media related to Modasa at Wikimedia Commons
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