| Jalandhar, formerly Jullundhar is an ancient city in
Punjab located 80 km away from Amritsar. Ruled by the Hindus and the Mughals
in succession it is believed to be the oldest city in Punjab. Today this
city is a highly industrialized centre being India's foremost producer
of world class sports equipments. It is the main area of the State which
has maximum Non-Resident Indians. This has made it a rich and forward
looking city. The city also has the distinction of producing some of the
best sportsmen in the country. Its satellite towns; Phagwara is famous
for cloth manufacturing and drapery shops and Kartarpur is one of the
biggest exporters of quality furniture.
| Area |
: |
3401 Sq.Kms. |
| Population |
: |
19,53,508 (2001cen.) |
| Season |
: |
Oct. to March |
| STD Code |
: |
0181 |
| Rain Fall |
: |
703.0mm (annual) |
| Temperature |
: |
: 35oC-45oC (Apr-Oct)
4oC-20oC (Nov-Mar) |
| Literacy |
: |
86.7% |
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