Ichalkaranji

Ichalkaranji (pronunciation[it͡səlkəɾəɳd͡ʒiː]) situated at the bank of the Panchganga River, is a city in Kolhapur District, Indian state of Maharashtra, governed by a municipal corporation. It is known for its textile manufacturing industry and "Manchester City of Maharashtra".

Ichalkaranji
Village
Ichalkaranji
Palace of Ichalkaranji
Nickname: 
Manchester City of Maharashtra
Ichalkaranji
Location in Maharashtra, India
Ichalkaranji
Ichalkaranji (India)
Coordinates: 16.7°N 74.47°E / 16.7; 74.47
Country India
StateMaharashtra
DistrictKolhapur
Government
  TypeMunicipal Corporation
  BodyMunicipal Corporation Ichalkaranji
Area
  Total49.84 km2 (19.24 sq mi)
Elevation
539 m (1,768 ft)
Population
 (2011)
  Total287,570
  Rank151
  Density5,800/km2 (15,000/sq mi)
Languages
  OfficialMarathi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
416115/16/17
Telephone code0230
Vehicle registrationMH-09, MH-51
WebsiteIchalkaranji Municipal Corporation
Lok Sabha constituencyHatkanangale
Vidhan Sabha constituencyIchalkaranji
Civic agencyIchalkaranji Municipal Corporation
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