Introduction

The Gazetteers Department was formally established as an independent Government entity on 31st October, 1964 and currently it operates under the administrative control of the Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra. The history of this department dates back to the British era. This department publishes Gazetteer volumes in English as well as Marathi.

Gazetteer literally means only a geographical index or geographical dictionary. It not only includes a comprehensive description of the physical and natural features of a region but also a broad narrative of the social, political, economic and cultural life of the people living in a district. The topics on physical features, material resources, history, customs and manners of the people, trade, agriculture, industries, communication, district administration, various social organizations and places of interest in a district are covered.