Bundi

About Bundi

Bundi is a town in Rajasthan, India. It is the administrative headquarters of Bundi district. The town is situated on a hill, and has an elevation of 496 metres (1,621 ft). The town is known for its fortifications, palaces, and temples. The town is first mentioned in a 9th-century copper plate inscription of the Gurjara-Pratihara king Nagabhata I. Bundi was the capital of the kingdom of Bundi. The Bundi dynasty was founded by Rana Sanga, the son of Rana Hammir of Chittor. The town was the scene of a battle between the Mughals and the Marathas in 1727. Bundi is located at . It has an average elevation of 496 metres (1,621 ft). According to the 2011 census Bundi has a population of 101,739, out of which males constitute 53,821 and females 47,918. Bundi has an average literacy rate of 73.74%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81.21%, and female literacy is 65.14%. In Bundi, 14% of the population is under 6 years of age. Bundi is a popular tourist destination. The town is known for its fortifications, palaces, and temples. The Taragarh Fort is located on a hill overlooking the town. The fort was built in the 14th century, and was rebuilt in the 17th century. The fort is now a museum. The Bundi Palace is located in the town. The palace was built in the 17th century, and is now a museum. The Chitrakoot Falls are located about 25 kilometres (16 mi) from the town. The falls are a popular tourist destination. The Hinglaj Mata Temple is located