About Modasa

Modasa is a town in headquarters of new Aravalli district of Gujarat. Himatnagar, Lunawada and Prantij are some of the nearby cities from here. The city serves as headquarters of Aravalli district. The city is hub of economic activities in the region. Well developed, the city is equipped with all necessary infrastructure. From well laid roads to 24x7 electric supply and from hospitals to schools and colleges you can find all and more in this part of Gujarat.

Modasa is located at geographical coordinates of 23.47°North and 73.3°East with an average elevation of 197 meters or 646 feet above sea level. Spread across an area of 13.47 square kilometers, it is located 43 km from Aravalli district and about 85 KM from the state capital of Gandhinagar. The city is well connected by different modes of transport. Modasa has its own railway station to serve its residents. However Ahmedabad junction is the nearest major railway station from here located at a distance of 99 KM. The town also has a well developed network of rads and one can find amny state run buses plying between Modasa and Gandhinagar.

History of Modasa

Modasa is known for its rich history that dates back to the times of Indus Valley Civilization. Many architectural items, coins, religious artifacts, brick etc. are found at excavation sites around Modasa.  The region saw the reign of various dynasties including that of Mauryas, Shatvahns, Kshtraps Guptas, Maritrakas, Rastrakutas etc. Remains of ancient past are easily visible here. Temples of many diverse faith and religion are found throughout the town. In medieval times Modasa served as rest point for travelers going to Surat port for Mecca from northern parts of the country. It was frontier fortified post during Gujarat Sultanate (1415) under Sultan Ahmed Shah I. The city saw decline during the eighteenth century and was reduced to a small town under British management. The city also has share in national movement. Modasa participated very actively in the non-violent Satyagraha movement led by Mahatma Gandhi. After Independence it developed as a self sufficient town of Gujarat. Today one can find presence of all necessary infrastructure in here.

Economy of Modasa

Modasa serves as an economical hub for the different nearby villages and towns. It is a major agricultural export center that is recognized at the national level. Also there are many educational institutions here making it an educational hub in the area.

Tourism in Modasa

Few places that one can visit in Modasa include Badesar Lake, Odhari Lake, Rokadiya Hanumanji, Odhari Mata Temple and Sai Mandir. Being in Modasa is also an opportunity for anyone to explore some of the nearby popular tourist destinations in Aravalli district. Some of the famous attractions that one can visit when here include Jain temples at Bhiloda, Digamber Bavan Jinalay, Bhavnath Temple in Mau, Zanzari waterfalls and Vaidhnath Temple. There are also few hotels in and around Modasa to accommodate guests visiting this part of Gujarat.

Stay Inn Hotel & Resort
Address: Modasa Dhansura Road, Dada Dadi Ni Wadi, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094285 55331

Hotel Sagarinn
Address: Modasa-Malpur Rd, Farms Area, Om Nagar Society, Khalikpur, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094083 08908

Parvati Hills
Address: Adapur, Gujarat 383276
Phone: 096876 29499

Restaurants in Modasa

Palate Restaurant
Address: Meghraj Road, Bypass Chokdi, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094274 60429

Neopolitan Pizza
Address: 1st Floor, Fun Point (Dream land), Sahyog Chokdi, Bypass Road, Aravalli, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 095740 02225

Apple In Restaurant
Address: Ratnadip Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094085 87986

Hotel Raj Tilak
Address: GIDC, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 080039 09012

Honey Family Restaurant
Address: Tatvam Arcade, Opposite Jilla Seva Sadan, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 098986 46206

Nandu Dalbati
Address: SH 5, GIDC, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 099794 16569

Vasant Restaurant
Address: Modasa-Malpur Road, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094281 84344

Honest Restaurant
Address: Atlanta Business Hub, Shop No. 1 to 4, 29, 32 to 39, Ground Floor, Shamlaji Road, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 099099 16355

Mehfil Restaurant
Address: Gujarat State Highway 59, Near Modasa Bus Stop, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 02774 243 545

Gajanand South Indian
Address: Mazumpark Socity, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 081400 72440

Healthcare in Modasa

Being an important town of Gujarat, there are hospitals and clinics to meet any emergency situation or mishap in Modasa. Apart from hospitals there are also chemist shops to meet the requirement of the people. Most of these medical facilities remain open 24x7 throughout the year.

Sarvajanik Hospital
Address: Nr. Nandanvan society, Kumbharvada, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 02774 247 468

Mewar Hospital
Address: Modasa-Malpur Rd, Ratnadip Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 1800 419 2021

Navjivan Urosurgical Hospital
Address: Malpur Road, Opp.Govt.Guest House, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 098242 69322

Ayushman Surgical Hospital
Address: Lakshmi Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 02774 242 900

Sanjivani Hospital
Address: Behind riverside complex Shamlaji road, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094274 27108

Krishna Health Care
Address: Ratnadip Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 099252 44052

Chemists in Modasa

Akshar Chemist
Address: Modasa, Gujarat 383315

Jan Aushadhi Store
Address: Lakshmi Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094297 56349

Patel Medical
Address: Modasa, Gujarat 383315

Atul Medical Stores
Address: Unnamed Road, Modasa, Gujarat 383315

Gayatri Medical
Address: Indira Nagar, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 099746 48906

Swastika Medical Store
Address: 18, SH 59, Mazumpark Society, Modasa, Gujarat 383315

Life Care Chemist
Address: Indira Nagar, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 094288 34795

Decent Medical Stores
Address: 10, Dadu Shoping Center, Opp. Bus Stand, GJ SH 59, Indira Nagar, Modasa, Gujarat 383315
Phone: 02774 246 761