Mahoba

population: 8,75,958

Headquarters:Mahoba

Urban Population:1,84,999

Rural Population:6,90,959

Number of Tehsils:3

Geographical Area:2,884 sq km

Once a major center of the Chandela rulers, this region is among those areas of Bundelkhand where history remains a part of local culture. Located in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh, Mahoba's story is linked to the folk tales of Alha and Udal, whose heroism is still recounted in Bundelkhand's folk tradition.

An interesting feature of Mahoba is its large historical lakes. Built by the Chandela rulers, Madan Sagar and Kirat Sagar exemplify the water-conservation tradition of that era. The ancient Sun Temple at Rahiliya in Mahoba is listed as a centrally protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Specialty of MahobaDesawari PaanIt is part of the age-old tradition of local farmers, deeply rooted in the agricultural culture of Bundelkhand. Also found around Gaurhari village in Mahoba district,Gaura stoneIt is a distinctive white stone, used by artisans using traditional techniques to create statues, religious images, vases, and decorative items. This handicraft, and Desawari Paan, gained national recognition when they were recognized as theGeographical Indication Tag to be provided.