Avantikapuri

Awantikapuri is a village in Azamgarh district which is now known as Avak,^[1] situated just 20 kilometres from the Azamgarh railway Station. It is known for its historical importance. It is situated in the Mohammadpur development block. Tradition says that Raja Janmejai (son of Raja Parikshit) organized a yagya there just to kill all the snakes of the planet. The ponds and temples of this place are very famous. This place has a somewhat religious importance for Hindus.

References

^ "Basic Population Figures of India, States, Districts, Sub-District and Village, 2011". censusindia.gov.in. Ministry of Home Affairs. 2011. Archived from the original on 11 July 2022. Retrieved 18 May 2025.

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[1] "Basic Population Figures of India, States, Districts, Sub-District and Village, 2011". censusindia.gov.in. Ministry of Home Affairs. 2011. Archived from the original on 11 July 2022. Retrieved 18 May 2025.

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