Chopda
Maharashtra, India
City
Chopda or Chopra is a city and municipal council in the Jalgaon district in the state of Maharashtra, India. Chopda is a town and one of the Tehsils constituting 119 villages in the Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is located at 21.25°N 75.18°E / 21.25; 75.18 and has an average elevation of 190 meters (623.36 feet). The town is situated on the banks of the Ratnavati River and is linked by roads to the rest of the Jalgaon district, which also borders with Districts like Dhule (Maharashtra), Khargone and Barwani in Madhya Pradesh. The Tapi, one of the major rivers in India, is approximately 10 km away from Chopda. Chopda is renowned for its sweet delicacy, the 'Gunja Pedha,' prepared since 1949 by ‘Shri Karsandas Nanji Mithaiwale (Jalgaonwale)’. Popular events to experience in Chopda are Rath Yatra, Shravan Somvar Jatra, and Ganpati Visarjan.
Things to consider before traveling to Chopda
- Close proximity to the Tapi River, ideal for nature enthusiasts.
- Rich cultural heritage with local festivals and events.
- Known for its traditional sweet, the 'Gunja Pedha'.
Tips
Local Cuisine
Don't miss trying the famous 'Gunja Pedha', a sweet delicacy prepared since 1949.