Maham

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Maham, also spelled Meham, is a small city in the Rohtak district of Haryana, India. It functions as a tehsil and has two development blocks: Maham and Lakhan-Majra. The town lies on National Highway 9, making it a key stop between Delhi and Sirsa, and is about 30 kilometers west of Rohtak. Maham has its own municipality and a constituency for the Haryana Legislative Assembly.

As of recent data, the town is home to around 80,000 people. It sits about 214 meters above sea level and is well connected by road; a rail line between Rohtak and Hansi passes through the area. There is also a proposal to establish a cargo airport near Maham to boost business and transportation.

Historically, the area was once known as Mahahattam. The Indus Valley Civilisation built ponds here to store rainwater. The town thrived under the Mughal Empire, leaving behind ruins such as a fort and the Shahjahan ki Baoli (Choro ki Baoli). The population included both Hindus and Muslims before the 1947 partition, after which many Muslims migrated to Pakistan. Today, the town is largely Hindu, with several temples and old houses (havelis) reflecting its past.

Modern Maham features parks and a stadium, and hosts several temples including Radha Krishna Temple, Shri Dadi Sati Mandir, Sheetalpuri Mandir, and Baba Khali Nath Temple. The area also has a Mini Secretariat on Rohtak Road and remains a popular hub for people traveling to and from nearby cities.