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Khopoli | |
|---|---|
| Nickname: City Of Waterfalls | |
  Khopoli Location in Maharashtra, India | |
| Coordinates: 18°47′20″N 73°20′35″E / 18.789°N 73.343°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Maharashtra |
| District | Raigad |
| Elevation | 61 m (200 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
• Total | 108,648 |
| Demonym | Khopolikar |
| Language | |
| • Official | Marathi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 410203 410204 410216 |
| Vehicle registration | MH-46 |
Khopoli (Marathi pronunciation: [kʰopoˈliː], ISO: Khōpōlī) is an industrial city in the Khalapur taluka of Raigad district, in the Indian state of Maharashtra, at the base of the Sahyadri mountains. Patalganga River, which is the tailrace channel of the Tata Hydroelectric Power Station, flows through Khopoli.[1][2]
It is a municipal council and is a part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Khopoli Municipal Council covers an area of 30 km2 (12 sq mi).[3]
Khopoli is served by a railway station connected to the Mumbai suburban railway by a single line from Karjat. The distance between CSMT to Khopoli is 114.24 km (70.99 mi) along the Central Railway Suburban Line, which is a broad gauge line carrying electric locomotives.[4][5]
Initially, Khopoli railway station had only one platform for both the up and down movement of local trains. In 2019, it was revamped with an additional platform.
It is also located on NH 4,[6][7] about 80 km (50 mi) south of Mumbai and 80 km (50 mi) from Pune. Industries are well developed due to the strategic importance of the region as the Mumbai-Pune Expressway passes through the city. The city is called a city of waterfalls due to a number of waterfalls in the rainy season. Due to the presence of industries, the city has attracted migrants from across India.[citation needed] It is an industrial city with numerous industries and power plants located across it. Khopoli is located at the base of the Sahyadri Mountains range on the banks of the Patalganga river. This place also has several waterfalls, parks and hill stations. Because of its natural environment and scenery, Khopoli is a major spot for tourist attractions.[citation needed] Khopoli is connected with metro cities like Mumbai and Pune by rail and road. Imagica Theme Park, KP Falls and Zenith waterfall are the key attraction of this place. Khopoli is surrounded by tourist places like Khandala and Lonavala.[citation needed] The place has proximity to railway stations and bus stands. Also, cabs and rickshaws are common means of transport in Khopoli.[citation needed] The nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Airport, which is 80 km away. Khopoli has several industrial hubs, MIDCs, and heavy industries which provide employment to the residents of this area. Khopoli is home to various steel, chemical and food and pulp industries.
Khopoli is home to various Marathi, English, Hindi and even international schools. It has seen rapid growth in industry.
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- ^ "Basic Statistics - Statistics on Corporations and Councils". Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development Authority. Archived from the original (PDF) on 25 December 2010. Retrieved 10 December 2009.
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- ^ "Regional Plan - MMRDA - Part 2/ Chapter 11. Transportation: A strategic perspective" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 1 April 2010. Retrieved 10 December 2009.