Kekri

Kekri is a city and a municipality in Ajmer district in the Indian state of Rajasthan. One health care center, one government hospital and private nursing homes are nearby.The city hosts two local news channels.GeographyKekri is located at.Kekri is centrally situated among Rajsthan's major cities, Ajmer (80 km), Jaipur (130 km), Kota (140 km), Bhilwara(100 km) and Tonk. The town of Pranheda which has famous temple Pranheda Balaji, is nearby.HistoryEarlier this city was known as Kankawati Nagari, named after Princess Kankawati. This city is a pioneer in the field of religious education and games.Eminent Jain scholar Pandit Milapchand Kataria's research work and writings on Kekri City is well known throughout the country.TemplesIn the village of Para, an ancient temple of Lord Shiva is situated. People have strong faith in this temple.The Jain Temple of Sri Shantinath Bhagwan is located in the village of Baghera Digamber.Many mandirs (temples) are there, such as Charbhuja Mandir, Bijasan Mata Mandir, Shantinath Ji Digambar Jain Mandir, Laxminath Ji Mandir, Shiv Mandir, Kekradheesh Mandir, and Mehandipur Balaji Mandir.EconomyIt is mainly an industrial area, including the Agricultural Mandi, oil mills, woolen yarn mill, and some other industries.The main water source is Bisalpur Dam. Rajasthan's largest water treatment plant is connected with Bisalpur Dam. A dam in Para called Para 1 Dam is among the major irrigation dams in Ajmer District.