Mora, Maharashtra

For other uses, see Mora (disambiguation).
Mora
town
Mora

Location in Maharashtra, India

Coordinates: 18°53′20″N 72°56′02″E / 18.889°N 72.934°E / 18.889; 72.934Coordinates: 18°53′20″N 72°56′02″E / 18.889°N 72.934°E / 18.889; 72.934
Country  India
State Maharashtra
District Raigad
Elevation 9 m (30 ft)
Languages
  Official Marathi
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
PIN 400702
Telephone code 022
Vehicle registration MH-06

Mora is a port serving the town of Uran in Maharashtra, India. Ferry services connect to Ferry Wharf and Gateway of India in Mumbai. Occupation of the inhabitants is mostly fishing related. The chief industry at Mora is Grindwell Norton, a major manufacturer of grinding wheels and related items. Situated across the wharf, the main road passes through the plant. Mora also has a small naval base.

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