| Settlement Type: | Taluka of Gujarat |
| Seat Type: | Headquarters |
| Seat: | Bagasara |
| Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Gujarat, India |
| Coordinates: | 21.4833°N 70.95°W |
| Subdivision Type: | Country |
| Subdivision Name: |  India |
| Subdivision Type1: | State |
| Subdivision Name1: | Gujarat |
| Subdivision Type2: | District |
| Subdivision Name2: | Amreli |
| Unit Pref: | Metric |
| Population Total: | 83054 |
| Population As Of: | 2011 |
| Population Density Km2: | auto |
| Population Footnotes: | [1] |
| Demographics Type1: | Languages |
| Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
| Demographics1 Info1: | Gujarati, Hindi |
| Timezone1: | IST |
| Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
| Area Code Type: | Telephone code |
| Area Code: | +91-079 |
| Registration Plate: | GJ |
| Blank1 Name Sec1: | Lok Sabha constituency |
| Blank2 Name Sec1: | Civic agency |
| Population Blank1: | 956 ♂/♀ |
| Population Blank1 Title: | Sex ratio |
| Population Blank2: | 70.6% |
| Population Blank2 Title: | Literacy |
Bagasara Taluka is a geographical subdivision located in the Amreli district of the state of Gujarat, India. It is situated in the western part of the country and falls within the Saurashtra region. Bagasara is the headquarters of the Taluka.[2] [3]
During the medieval period, Bagasara Taluka became a part of the larger socio-political landscape of Gujarat Sultanate. The strategic location of the region facilitated trade routes connecting the western coast to the hinterlands. The rise of various local rulers and dynasties further shaped the history of the taluka, leaving behind architectural remnants and cultural influences that are still palpable.Bagasara was conquered in about 1525 by Vala Mancha Bhaiya of Devgam Devli. Vala Mancha was succeeded by his son Bhaiya, from whom the Bagasara Kathis are called Bhaiyani. There are many dawoodi bohras in the city. During British period, the town belonged to the Vala Kathis and is the seat of Kathiawar Agency thana.[4]
Bagasara Taluka is a geographical subdivision located in the Amreli district of the Indian state of Gujarat. Situated within the western reaches of India, Bagasara Taluka is characterized by its diverse landscape, encompassing various natural features and landforms. Its geographical coordinates range approximately from 21.9706° N latitude to 71.7543° E longitude.[5]
The taluka is characterized by its undulating terrain, which ranges from plains to low hills. The region's elevation varies, providing a picturesque panorama of valleys and plateaus interspersed with gentle slopes. This diverse topography plays a pivotal role in shaping the local climatic patterns and agricultural practices.[6]
Agriculture forms the major part of the economy in Bagasara Taluka.[7] [8] The fertile soil and adequate water resources foster the cultivation of a variety of crops, including groundnuts, cotton, millets, and pulses.[7] The taluka is well known in gold plating.[9]
There are 34 villages in this taluka and 34 gram panchayats are included.[10] [11] [12] [13]