Rajpura Village
This small village located on the way from Jodhpur to Udaipur which are two major tourist cities in Rajasthan, its 103 Km away from Udaipur and 160 km away from Jodhpur. This small village yet far away from the hustles and bustles of the town, this village has a lot diversity of Indian caste system from higher caste priest to lower caste who consider untouchable. Rajpura village has not got any monument or historical places inside the village but there are few famous places surrounding this village. Ranakpur the famous Jain temple is just 10 minutes drive from Rajpura village. India’s most elevated fort Kumbhalgarh is also just 2 hours drive, one of the most famous temple of lord Shiva Parsuram Mahadev temple
is also 20 minutes drive from this village. People who are looking for real Indian village experience and want to stay long or for weeks at one village without spending huge amount of money than they can consider this place Rajpura as your dream destination to find real village culture of Rajasthan.
Rajpura House
The 20 year old simple Rajpura house has three tastefully furnished bedrooms, two air conditioned rooms are available for the guests however you are free to use all the rooms because we only allow one guest request or one family at a time. House has one English and two Indian style toilets which are neat and tidy. There is small lawn in a house where you can have Tea and Coffee while taking a good sun shower. There is a small kitchen in a house where you will find all Indian spices to cook Indian food however there will be always a person to help you in cooking food. These House also have facility of cable TV and Internet which are also free to cost to use.
Sights to see or attractions near Rajpura Village
Ranakpur
Ranakpur Jain Temple is just ten minutes drive from Rajpura village.Ranakpur Jain Temple is famous for its excellent sculptures and architecture. Surrounded by the Aravali hills and located on the banks of 'Magai' river this grand & gigantic four facet structures was erected in the 14th Century. The Temple is three storied, 102 ft. high and its spread over an area of 48000 sq. ft. The present structure of the temple came into being after the hard works of 50 years by various artisans & sculptors. the land of this temple which situated at the foot hill of 'Madri hills' was gifted by Maharana Kumbha of Mewar. Along with this temple a small town, about 2 kms. from the temple also came into existence. this town got its name from 'Rana' & was named 'Ranpur' which later came to be known as 'Ranakpur'. The temple is dedicated to the first Jain Teerthkar 'Lord Adinath'. it is built on high platform, which has about nine basement. it has 84 idols of gods and demi gods., 1444 pillars elaborately and beautifully decorated along with 4 'Megh Mandaps'.
Kumbhalgarh fort
Kumbhalgarh fort which consider highest fort in India is 2 hours drive from Rajpura village however you can have glimpse of fort from village itself. This most remarkable of forts stretches across 36 km of the Aravali mountain and is 1100 metre high from the sea level. It was never been conquered, for reasons which become apparent the instant you set eyes on it. The massive perimeter wall is an astounding 36 km. Surrounded by thirteen mountain peaks, guarded by seven massive gates and seven ramparts, This mountain fortress has witness many battles.
Kumbhalgarh wild life sanctuary
Kumbhalgarh wild life sanctuary is hardly 2 km away from this village; the flourishing green zone is the only sanctuary of Rajasthan state, If you are a wild life lover than this is a perfect place for you to visit sprawled in an area of 578 sq km. This sanctuary makes home to many endangered species of wild life, it provides natural abode to many creatures like wolf, leopards, sloth beer, Hyena, Jackal, Jungle cat, Sambhar, Nilgai, the four horned antelope, Chinkara and hare.The bird life at Kumbhalgarh is also gratifying. The normally shy and untrusting grey jungle fowl can be spotted here. Peacocks and Doves can be sighted regularly feeding on grains scattered by the jungle guards. Bird like the red spur owls, Parakeets, golden Oriole, grey Pigeons, Bulbul, Dove and white breasted kingfisher can also be seen near the water holes.
Rajpura Dam
Rajpura dam is also just 2 km away from village Rajpura. Its a small dam which constructed in 1960 by. The government of Rajasthan , in earlier time this was the only source of drinking water for this village, now after such a long time this dam again full with the water so local people will also get water for agricultural benefits. The depth of this dam is 22 feet and it’s an ideal place for book readers and fish lovers.
Parshuram mahadev temple
Parshuram mahadev temple is another attraction nearby village just 10 km away. Its a Shiva temple and its is said that Parshuram the sixth reincarnation of lord Vishnu, made the cave with his axe and used to worship lord Shiva at this place located in the serene surrounding in the foothills of Aravalis mountain range. The Cave situated at a height of 3995 feet above sea level has naturally made figures of lord Ganesh and lord Shiva and also has nine Kunds which never go dry. Fairs are also organized here twice a year where 1 million devotee take part.
LPPS – Lokhit Pashu Palak Sansthan
Lokhit Pashu Palak Sansthan means "welfare organization for livestock keepers" in Hindi. LPPS is a non-profit organization registered under the Rajasthan Societies Act. It was set up in 1996 to support Raika camel pastoralists in an acute crisis. Today its work continues to be inspired and shaped by the close association with this traditional pastoralist community, but its goals have widened to embrace people-centred livestock development and the sustainable management of biodiversity rich agro-ecosystems. LPPS has its base in Rajpura Village in Rajasthan.the drought-prone state in the west of India, where mobile livestock keeping has always been the mainstay of its rural people, especially its pastoralist societies. A close relationship with animals is deeply embedded into Rajasthan’s rural culture, and the state is famous throughout India as home of the one-humped camel and superior indigenous livestock breeds. LPPS aims to support rural livelihoods through participatory research and community implementation of sustainable land use practices.
Trekking around village
Trekking is also an option for extra activity to do in Rajpura village as this village very close to the Aravali Mountain range. Trekking is still a uncovered part Rajasthan. We have some experience people in our village who know plenty of good sights on trekking which are yet to discovered.Trekking in Rajasthan is one way to have a great adventure holiday. The Rajasthan trekking referred below is in three very carefully chosen areas, as a Rajasthan trek is an enjoyable hike of its own kind. These regions offer excellent Rajasthan trekking value to exhilarate and give joy. You will be able to walk into Rajasthan’s few hills and visit some of Rajasthan’s far removed tribal folk. The areas are amidst and around the hills of Rajasthan, full of beauty and wild life.
Falna Golden Temple
Falna Jain golden temple is a temple built at Falna which is 23 km away from Rajpura village. It is the first jain golden temple that has been built in the country by the Jain community of Falna in Rajasthan (near Ranakpur). The specialty of the temple is that about 90 Kg. of gold was donated by the people of the Jain community in the local region for the adoration of temple dome and idol. Shri Bhairon Singh Shekhawat, Vice-President of India inaugurated the temple and joined the installation ceremonies along with other celebrities. It is owned by the Jain Shwetambar Sangh of Khudala. It is a major attraction for Pilgrims. The temple belongs to Shri Shankeshwar Parshwanath Bhagwan. "Kanch Mandir" located below the main temple is also good where the walls are covered with small sizes of mirrors. Though it is small, but it is a beautiful place.
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