Mandsaur
Mandsaur is a district in the State of Madhya Pradesh in India. It lies between the parallels of latitude 230 45' 50" North and 250 2' 55" North, and between the meridians of longitude 740 42' 30" East and 750 50' 20" East. The District is bounded by four Districts of Rajasthan, namely Chittorgarh in the west and north,Bhilwara in north, Kota in the north-east and Jhalawar in the east while Ratlam District of Madhya Pradesh bounds it in the South.It extends for about 142 km. from north to south and 124 km. from east to west. The total area is 5521 sq. km. with a population of 1183274 in 2001.
The District takes its name from the headquarters town, Mandsaur. It is considered to have been evolved from Marhsaur, originating from Marh and Saur (or Dasaur, two of the villages which merged in the town.
The District is divided into four sub divisions and six tehsils. The sub divisional head quarters are at Mandsaur, Malhargarh, Sitamau and Garoth. Among the tehsils, Malhargarh and Mandsaur lie in the west,arranged from north to south. Similarly Suwasra Bhanpura, Garoth and Sitamau lie in the eastern part.
History
Mandsaur is rich in archaeological and historical heritage. But what makes it famous is the temple of Lord Pashupatinath located on the bank of shivna. Its idol has parallel only in Nepal.Mandsaur finds place in even the Mahabharata.
Ann inscription about Bandhu Varma at Mandsaur was found and silk workers had constructed Sun temple here which was repaired by Bandhu Varma in Samvat 530 (473 AD).
Two monolith pillars were erected at Sondhani by King Yasodharman in 528 AD with inscription which describes his exploits including victory over Hunas.
In 19th century before India's independence in 1947, Mandsaur was part of the princely state of Gwalior.
Politics
Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) constituencies and their areas after delimitation order of 2008224 Mandsour Vidhan Sabha Constituency - 1). Akodada R. I. Circle of Mandsour Tehsil, 2). 1.Nogawan, 2.Rewas Dewda, 3.Bhardawad, 4.Malyakhedi, 5.Gujarda, 6.Dhariya Khedi, 7.Ralayta, 8.Guradiya Deda, 9.Sabakheda, 10.Dikola, 11.Jaggakhedi, 12.Alawadakhedi, 13.Mandsour (kasba), 14.Khilchipura, 15.Aghoriya, 16.Achera, 17.Bhalot, 18.Amlawad, 19.Richha Bachcha, 20.Mohammad Pura, 21.Changli and 22.Panpur Patwari Circles of Mandsour-R.I. Circle of Mandsour Tehsil, 3).Nagri (NPT)-NPT and 4).Mandsour (M+OG)-MUN.
225 Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha Constituency (SC) - 1). Malhargarh Tehsil, 2). Dhundhadaka R.I.Circle of Mandsour Tehsil and 3). 23.Udpura, 24.Kolwa, 25.Pilpllia Karadia, 26.Padliya Maru and 27.Jaggakhedi Patwari Circles of Mandsour-R.I. Circle of Mandsour Tehsil.
226 Suwasra Vidhan Sabha Constituency - 1). Suwasra Tehsil, 2). Sitamau Tehsil, 3). 34.Agar, 35.Hatuniya, 36.Mordi, 37.Chandwasa, 38.Bhatuni, 39.Asawati, 40.Bani, 41.Kurawan, 42.Barkheda Nayak, 43.Takrawad and 45.Dhamniya Diwan Patwari Circles of Shamgarh-R.I. Circle of Garoth Tehsil and 4).Shamgarh (NPT)-NPT.
227 Garoth Vidhan Sabha Constituency - 1). Bhanpura Tehsil, 2). Garoth R. I. Circle of Garoth Tehsil, 3). 23.Boliya, 24.Kalakheda, 25.Hanumantya, 26.Khajuri Panth, 27.Vishniya, 28.Khaikheda, 29.Dhabla Gujar, 30.Sagoriya, 31.Nariya Bujurg, 32.Melkheda and 33.Baghuniya Patwari Circles of Shamgarh-R.I. Circle of Garoth Tehsil and 4). Garoth (NPT)-NPT.