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'''Banda''' is a town in [[Sindhudurg district]] in [[Maharashtra]], [[India]], near the [[Goa]]-[[Maharashtra]] border. Banda is the last town in Maharashtra state on Mumbai-Goa national highway (NH-17), on the bank of the Terekhol river. |
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==Languages spoken== |
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The main languages are [[Marathi language|Marathi]], [[Malvani Konkani|Malvani]] and [[Konkani language|Konkani]]. Many people have a knowledge of English and Portuguese. |
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God Shree Bandeshwar and Goddess Shree Mauli are the Main Temples in the Village. The name of the village Banda is only because of the God Bandeshwar, a Jagrit Swayambhu Shivalinga. |
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This 150+ years old Temple of Lord Bandeshwar is being renovated. All the devotees are contributing for the same. Its a very real faith that Lord Bandeshwar can worshipped by Holy Priest only that is Brahmin of the Temple and to keep all the purity of the Temple all the citizens of Banda follow this tradition very heartily. |
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There were 12 Shivalingas in the temple. |
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Banda is famous for its festival celebrations be it Holi, Ganesh chaturthi, Diwali (majorly for Diwali show time where in participants from in and around Banda take part , Show time is also famous with participants in Goa, Mumbai . Highlight for this show is statue competition as you would get to see unimaginable live statues performed by participants as they need to stay without moving for one minute) |
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Again Banda city area comes under picture when it comes to production and processing of kajju (cashew nuts), kokam (gamboge) and supari (betel nut). Because of this Banda is considered as major market area in sindhuduga district and also have economical importance. |
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==Places of attraction== |
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God Shree Bandeshwar and Goddess Shree Bhumika are the main temples in the village, as well as temples of [[Lord Vitthal]], [[Hanuman]]. Banda is named after the god Bandeshwar, a Jagrit Swayambhu Shivalinga. In ancient times, Banda was known as Adilabad in the reign of Adilshahi. Evidences of his reign can still be seen in the form of Redeghumat, Bailghumat and other ancient constructions in and around the town. Adil was defeated by the Portuguese. During the time of Shivaji I, the name Adilabad changed to Banda after the deity Lord Bandeshwar. |
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The more than 300 years old Temple of Lord Bandeshwar is being renovated. There are 12 Shivalingas inside the Garbhgriha of the temple. |
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There are temples for other deities such as Bhumika, Ravalnath, Vetal, Ganapati and Maharingan around the main Bandeshwar temple. Jatra is celebrated in December every year. |
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==Economy== |
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Trade and agriculture are two main occupations of this town. Production and processing of cashew nuts, gambog{{which lang|date=July 2020}} and betel nuts are emerging as major occupations. Because of huge production of cashews in the surrounding villages, Banda has become a major market for the whole Sindhudurga district. |
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==Transportation== |
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*[[Kankavli]] |
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*[[Amboli, Sindhudurg district|Amboli]] |
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Banda | |
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village of Sawantwadi taluka | |
 Bandeshwar Temple in Banda | |
  Banda Location in Maharashtra, India | |
| Coordinates: 15°48′45.85″N 73°51′40.78″E / 15.8127361°N 73.8613278°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Marathi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 416511 |
| Telephone code | 02363 |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-MH |
| Website | maharashtra |
Banda is a town in Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India, near the Goa-Maharashtra border. Banda is the last town in Maharashtra state on Mumbai-Goa national highway (NH-17), on the bank of the Terekhol river.
Languages spoken
[edit]The main languages are Marathi, Malvani and Konkani. Many people have a knowledge of English and Portuguese.
Places of attraction
[edit]God Shree Bandeshwar and Goddess Shree Bhumika are the main temples in the village, as well as temples of Lord Vitthal, Hanuman. Banda is named after the god Bandeshwar, a Jagrit Swayambhu Shivalinga. In ancient times, Banda was known as Adilabad in the reign of Adilshahi. Evidences of his reign can still be seen in the form of Redeghumat, Bailghumat and other ancient constructions in and around the town. Adil was defeated by the Portuguese. During the time of Shivaji I, the name Adilabad changed to Banda after the deity Lord Bandeshwar.
The more than 300 years old Temple of Lord Bandeshwar is being renovated. There are 12 Shivalingas inside the Garbhgriha of the temple.
There are temples for other deities such as Bhumika, Ravalnath, Vetal, Ganapati and Maharingan around the main Bandeshwar temple. Jatra is celebrated in December every year.
Economy
[edit]Trade and agriculture are two main occupations of this town. Production and processing of cashew nuts, gambog[what language is this?] and betel nuts are emerging as major occupations. Because of huge production of cashews in the surrounding villages, Banda has become a major market for the whole Sindhudurga district.
Transportation
[edit]The Terekhol river bridge was constructed in 1961 by the government of Maharashtra for transportation between Goa and Maharashtra state. The bridge was the only connecting bridge or link between Goa and Maharashtra until 1999. Mumbai-Goa national highway (NH-17) passes through Banda.
See also
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