Alibag

About Alibag

Alibag is a town and a municipal council in Raigad district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is located on the Konkan Coast, about south of Mumbai. The town is known for its beaches and temples. The beaches are popular for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing. The temples include the "Hanuman Temple" and the "Shreevardhan Temple". The town is also home to a naval base. The town was originally known as "Alibaug", but it was later renamed to "Alibag". The name "Alibag" is derived from the Arabic word "al-baq" meaning "the garden". Alibag was founded in the 17th century by Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire. Alibag is located at . It has an average elevation of . The climate in Alibag is tropical. It experiences three seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. The temperature ranges from to . The humidity ranges from 60% to 90%. The town is home to a naval base. As of the 2011 Indian census, Alibag had a population of 101,746. Males constituted 52% of the population and females 48%. Alibag had an average literacy rate of 85%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy was 88%, and female literacy was 82%. In Alibag, 13% of the population was under 6 years of age. The major language spoken in Alibag is Marathi. Other languages spoken include Hindi, Urdu, and English. The majority of the population in Alibag is Hindu. Other religions include Muslim, Christian, and Jain. The economy of Alibag is based on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. The main crops grown in Alibag are rice, sugarcane, and