🌍 Geographical & Economic Overview of Jalgaon and Jamner Talukas 🌿
📌 Location:
Jalgaon city is situated in the north-western region of Maharashtra, within the boundaries of Jalgaon District. The district is flanked by the Satpuda mountain ranges to the north and the Ajanta mountain ranges to the south.
🗺️ Jalgaon Taluka lies in the northern zone of Maharashtra, beautifully nestled along the banks of the Girna River.
🏞️ Jamner Taluka is uniquely located between the foothills of the Ajanta Hills and the Waghur River, offering a scenic landscape and fertile lands.
💧 River Basins & Natural Resources:
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Jalgaon Taluka is enriched by the Girna, Tapi, and Waghur river basins.
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Jamner Taluka thrives on the waters of Waghur, Kan, and Sur rivers.
These river systems play a crucial role in supporting the local agriculture and irrigation needs.
🌾 Agriculture & Irrigation:
🌱 Primary Economic Base:
Both Jalgaon and Jamner Talukas are primarily agrarian economies, with a strong dependence on farming activities.
💦 Major Irrigation Projects:
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Waghur Project
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Shelgaon Project
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Bhagpur Project
🌾 Key Crops Grown:
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Cotton
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Banana
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Soyabean
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Jowar
These crops form the backbone of the local economy and contribute significantly to the agricultural output of Maharashtra.