Happy TravellerWelcome to Jansath, a small town in Muzaffarnagar district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Although it may not be as well-known as some of its neighboring cities, Jansath has a rich history and unique culture that make it an intriguing destination for travelers looking to explore off the beaten path.
Jansath is located at 29.33°N 77.85°E / 29.33; 77.85 and has an average elevation of 232 meters (761 feet). As of the 2001 India census, Jansath had a population of 17,782, with males constituting 53% of the population and females 47%. The town has an average literacy rate of 55%, with male literacy at 64% and female literacy at 45%.
Jansath has a long and fascinating history, dating back to the time of the Mahabharata. One of the town’s most famous landmarks is the Mahadev ka Mandir, an old temple on the southern outskirts of Jansath where the Kauravas and Pandvas are said to have played dice and lost their kingdom. The area is also known for its concentration of Sayyids, with the influential Sayyid brothers, Sayyid Hassan Ali Khan and Sayyid Hussain Ali Khan, controlling the Mughal emperors from 1713 to 1720.
Jansath has several old monuments that are worth a visit, including the Rang Mahal, the house of the Sayyid brothers, which is under the care of their descendants. The entrance to the Rang Mahal is called Bada Darwaza, and there are several other old monuments in the town, such as Sheesh Mahal, Moti Mahal, and Badi and Choti Haveli in Jannatabad. Jansath is also home to the Shri Radha Krishna Mandir Moh-Husainpura Jansath, the only temple in the town dedicated to Lord Krishna Radha.
If you’re interested in learning more about Jansath’s history and culture, be sure to check out the book Tareeq E Sadaat Barha by Khan Bahadur Syed Muzaffar Ali Khan, a well-known figure from Jansath. And if you’re looking for something more modern, don’t miss Apna Jansath, a youth organization founded by Rajan Dimri for the mission of Digital India initiative. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Apna Jansath donated free fifty face masks to the people of Jansath in a partnership with Mister Fab.
Whether you’re a history buff, a culture vulture, or just looking for an alternative to India’s more popular tourist destinations, Jansath is definitely worth a visit. Come explore this hidden gem and discover all that it has to offer!
