Amazing facts about Chhattisgarh
Country
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India
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Capital
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Raipur
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Largest City
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Raipur
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Districts
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27
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Formation
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1st November 200
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Area
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135198.5 km2
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Population (17th)
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25545198 km2
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Density
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190 / km2
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HDI
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0.537 (medium) 23rd in India
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Official language
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Chhattisgarhi and
Hindi
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Demonym
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Chhattisgarhi
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Religion
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Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism,
Sarnaism and some no religious.
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Literacy
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70.01 % (27th)
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Sate animal
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Van Bhainsa (wild Asian buffalo)
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State Bird
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Pahari mayna (Hill mayna)
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State tree
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Sal (Sarai)
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Historical Facts:-
1. In ancient time Chhattisgarh was known as Dakshina Kosala.
2. During 6 th to 12th centuries Chhattisgarh was
ruled by different kingdoms and dynasty, The most prominent among them was Chola
dynasty, Sharabhpurias, Kalachuri, Nagavansi and many other.
After that the area captured by the Maratha rulers and again
British rulers controlled the position till Indian Independence.
3. It was during 1920s when there was a first demand of separate state
raised. And in 1990s Chandulal Chandrakar led Chhattisgarh Rajya Nirman Manch intensed
the demand. Which came into effect when the bill of separate state passed both
houses of parliament. Thus the new Indian state of Chattisgarh created on 1st
November 200.
4. And the name of the state can be raced back during Dakshina
Kosala and Maratha Empire time.
Geographical Facts:-
1. Total area of Chhattisgarh is 135198.5 km2.
2. The state is surrounded by some states, in northeast Madhya Pradesh,
in the south west Maharashtra, Telangana in south, in the south east Odisha, as
well as Jharkhand in northeast and in the north Uttar Pradesh is situated.
3. In total there are 27 districts at present in this state. And Raipur is the capital and largest city in Chhattisgarh.
4. There are numerous rivers passing through this state. Among
those Mahanadi is the major river but some other like Hasdo, Rihand, Indravati
, jonk, Arpa and Shivnath.
5. The highest point of Chhattisgarh is Gaurlata.
6. In Chhattisgarh there are number of waterfalls can be seen , which attracts huge amount of tourist in this state. Like Chitrakote Falls which is situated on Indravati river is one of the widest falls in India. And also sometimes referred as the Niagara Falls of India.
7. But few places like Koriya which has dense forest and main coal deposit of Chhattisgarh. And also the is a natural water fall known as Amrit dhara waterfall is also tourist attraction place. So if you are looking more places to visit this state then there is a another place Chirimiri which is also known for its natural beauty.
8. But Chhattisgarh’s proximity with Tropic of cancer its
weather varies too. Means in summer the temperature can be raise from 30 to 45
degree Celsius and in winter 0 to 25 degree Celsius.
Transportation Facts:-
1. Chhattisgarh is well connected by roads like NH6, NH16 etc.
2. The main railway stations are Raipur, Durg, Bilaspur,
Bhilai, Rajnandgaon, Champa, Raigarh. Now there are more railway network are
running in the states and state government signed MOU with Indian Railway to
increase railway networks in Chhattisgarh.
3. If any f you want to visit Chhattisgarh by air then there is
a airport called Swami Vivekananda Airport which serves most for the state people.
But as per by demand of local people government of Chhattisgarh building
another public airport for domestic flights in Raigarh.
Economical Facts:-
Chhattisgarh is 17 th largest economy based state in India.
Minerals - Despite
low income based state compared to Delhi, Maharashtra, but Chhattisgarh has huge
amount of minerals. Today it has 2nd highest coal reserve and third highest iron ore as well as highest
amount of tin production in India. Apart from these Chhattisgarh has sufficient
amount of Limestone, bauxite and dolomite.
Agriculture - Chhattisgarh
is well known for its rice production also called Rice Bowl of Central India.
Chhattisgarh has huge area under forest. In forest are some
trees can be found which are used as commercially for various purposes. Some of them is Tendu leaves which is used to
make Bidis .
There is small amount of tea production can seen in Jashpur and
Surguja which is situated in Chattisgarh.More products are mahua flowers, Sal seeds, honey etc also good
commercial goods for Chhattisgarh.
Power sector - There are number of largest power sector are
running in Chhattisgarh. NTPC has a unit in Bilaspur, Korba Super Thermal Power
Station and many more. Some private power stations are also producing ample amount
of electricity. Today Chhattisgarh State Electricity Board among the commercially
success boards in the country.
Steel and Aluminium
sector - Chhattisgarh is famous for
its steel production where SAIL has established a plant in Bhilai. The Bhilai
steel plant is among the profitable units of SAIL in India. With SAIL there are
some other plants situated in Raipur, Bilaspur, Korba, Raigarh, which made
Chhattisgarh a steel hub in the country.
There is large production of aluminium is happening in
Bharat Aluminium Company Limited which is also established in Chhattisgarh. Now
you can imagine how rich Chhattisgarh is !
Nowadays you can also find Oil company and some big real estate
companies in the state.
Information
Technology Sector – Now Raipur and newly built Naya Raipur became a top destination
for numerous IT companies. Naya Raipur is one of the planned cities in India
now. With the help of state Government some development is growing on for this
sector. Hope it will become a IT hub for central India.
Social facts:-
1. Chhattisgarh is mainly rural state with near about 80 %
people still living in rural areas. And among total population about 50% are categorized
as SC,ST. Number of tribes – Teli, Satnami, Kurmi Gond, Halba and Oraon are
main groups in the state. But others such as large amount of Bengalis and odia
people can be seen there mostly few villages and different parts of cities.
2. Mostly filled with Hindu community Chhattisgarh is place for various religious groups like Muslims, Buddhist etc.
3. In recent times Chhattisgarh has changed its value with good governance and education system. There are good amount of schools and colleges are established throughout the state. Thus number of educated state members increased rapidly. This increment of education has resulted a great success of the development in the state.
4. The number of toilets and proper drinking water supply has begun
rapidly. In near future the real problems like sanitation, health facilities
and better drinking water distribution can reduce people’s problems.
5. With growing IIT, NIT and Aims like institutes Chhattisgarh
future generation can expect some positive effect of the state.
Cultural Facts:-
1. With Hindu dominant state Chhattisgarh has some famous
temple around the state. Some of them are Maa Bamleshwari Devi (Dongargarh), Danteeshwari Temple(Dantewada),
Chandrahasini Devi Temple (Janjgir), Banjari Mata Mandir (Raigarh), Jatmai
Ghatrani (Raipur), Mahamaya Temple (Bilaspur) are few among them.
2. It is heard that during Vanvas Lord Rama with his wife Sita
and His brother Lakshman were present in different part of the Chattisgarh.
Which made people to belief that Chhattisgarh is also a holy place for many sadhus and saints like Satnami Panth,
Kabirpanth, Saint Vallabhacharya etc.
3. From its historical time Chhattisgarh is known for its Kosa
silk and lost wax art which are useful in making different types of ladies
suits and saris.
4. Along with great social heritage its has some local cultural
impact. Raut Nacha symbolize the worship
of Lord Krishna, Soowa nacha which is known as parrot dance , Karma and most
famous Pandvani is famous folk ballad performed in the name of Pandavas is popular
in Chhattisgarh. Famous artist Teejan Bai is known for her Pandavani
performances.
So now its upto you. Do you really want to enjoy Bastar
Dussehra or Durga puja, Rajim Kumbh Mela, Madai Festival and many more, than Chhattisgarh
is always for you. Or if you like to see some Chhattisgarhi movies which is
also known as Chhollywood than why waiting come and see !
So that’s all for now, hoping you like it most. Well if you
have more information and any great views about Chhattisgarh than write down in
comment box. And let me know.
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