| Title | गुड़ मिश्रण मसाला (Jaggery Mortar)Rare Guṛa miśraṇa masālā Jaggery Mortar |
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| Description | Guḷa Miśraṇa (Jaggery Mortar), also known as *guḍa yukta masālā* or *sharkara mishrana*, is a heritage construction material prevalent in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. It is an organic binder [1] composed of jaggery (*guḍa*), derived from sugarcane (*ikshu*), mixed with lime (*chuna*) and aggregates sourced from regional quarries. The jaggery, an unrefined sugar, is believed to accelerate setting time and enhance workability of the lime mortar [2]. Historically, Guḷa Miśraṇa was extensively used during the Medieval and Early Modern periods, including the Maratha Empire, in masonry and plastering. Traditional construction methods involved precise proportioning of ingredients to achieve optimal strength and durability. Conservation efforts at heritage sites require careful analysis of the original *guḷa* composition and sourcing of compatible materials for restoration. Durability is affected by biological degradation of the organic components, necessitating periodic maintenance and protective measures. The material's composition and performance are influenced by the geological origin of the lime and aggregates [3]. |
| Also Known As | Jaggery Mortar Guṛa miśraṇa masālā Jaggery Mortar Jaggery Plaster Jaggery-based Mortar Molasses Mortar गुड़ का मसाला गुड़युक्त मसाला गुड़ लेप गुड मिश्रण शर्करा मिश्रण इक्षुगुड़ मिश्रण |
| Tags | गुळ मिश्रण Guḷa Miśraṇa Jaggery Mortar Organic Binder Traditional Construction |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-087460088-20-11-25-GM |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/jaggery-mortar |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/jaggery-mortar |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 1 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Mortar Binder Organic Material |
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| Regions | Maharashtra Karnataka Tamil Nadu |
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| Time Periods | Medieval Period Early Modern Period |
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| Dynasties | Maratha Empire |
| Sources | Local jaggery production Lime production |
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| Properties | Organic binder Improved tensile strength (claimed) Enhanced workability (claimed) Accelerated setting time (claimed) |
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| Uses | Masonry mortar Plastering mortar Adhesive for stone elements Brickwork mortar |
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| Materials | Lime Mortar (चूना - Chunā) Brick Dust (सुरखी - Surkhi) Sand (रेती - Retī) |
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| Styles | Traditional Indian Architecture Vernacular Architecture |
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| Categories | Fort Temple Residential buildings |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Traditional Building Materials of India | Book | Jaggery mortar recipes |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Pratapgad Fort Satara | Primary | 100% |