Yavatmal - Known for Hilly Tracts

Yavatmal of Maharashtra is a town renowned for its farmer population and hilly tracts of land. In fact, the name of the town means ‘mountain row’. Interesting historical names of the town include Yavatecha Mahaal and Yot-Lohar.

It was the main town of the Deccan Sultanate of Berar. From the rulers of Ahmednagar, it was ceded to the Mughals. After the death of the last Mughal emperor, Yavatmal was taken over by the Maratha rulers. Raja Raghuji Bhosale then became its ruler. Later, the British rulers annexed the kingdom. It was initially recognized as a part of central India but when Bombay state was formed, Yavatmal was included in it and subsequently it became a part of Maharashta. Yavatmal is located about 440 mts. above sea level. It is in proximity to Chandrapur, Amravati, Parbhani and Akola districts. It has mostly a hot and dry climate with winters that stay moderately cold. Apart from the humongous output of cotton, Yavatmal also produces jowar and wheat. Many famous clothing brands have set up their production centres in Yavatmal. It is well connected by air, rail and road, being located on Maharashtra State highway No. 6 which runs between National Highway Nos. 6 & 7.