Amazing facts about Madhya Pradesh:-
Madhya
Pradesh is known as heart of India. Once it was the largest state in India.
After 2000 when Chhattisgarh separated, the state became 2nd largest in terms of
area. This state is known for its beauty with numerous ancient sculptures and
temples. Now it is slowly becoming a major business hub with IT, manufacturing
and agrarian economy.
MADHYA
PRADESH
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Country
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India
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Capital
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Bhopal
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Largest City
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Indore
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Districts
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51
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Settlement
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1st November 1956
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Area(2nd)
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308252 km2
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Population
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72626809
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Density
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236 / km2
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HDI
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0.556 (Medium)
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Official Language
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Hindi
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Demonym
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Religion
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Hinduism (90.9%), Islam (6.57%),
Jainism, Sikhism, Christianity, other religon
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Literacy
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72.6%
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State Symbol
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State Animal
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Barasingha
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State Bird
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Indian Paradise Flycatcher
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State Tree
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Shala Tree
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State Fish
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Mahasheer
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State Flower
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Madonna Lily
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State Fruit
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Mango
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Historical Facts :-
- Several thousands years ago during prehistoric period, some evidence proved that Madhya Pradesh was inhabited by humans. That evidence can be found in Bhimbetka Rock shelters. This archeological site has been related with the times of Mahabharata .Bhim betka means Bhimbaithka or the sitting place of Bhim.
- During its ancient time Madhya Pradesh different parts wer ruled by number of kingdoms like Mauryan empire, Satavahanas, Sakas, Kushanas, Rashtrakuta dynasty, Rajuputs, Chandelas, Paramaras of Malwa, Mughals and considerable time of Marthas rule continued in Madhyapradesh.
- Madhya Pradesh was created in 1950 just After Indian Independence with Central Provine, Berar, Princely states of Makrai, Chhattisgarh and Nagpur. That time states’ capital was Nagpur. Due to Marathi dominance in Nagpur region, Nagpur was separated with Vidarbha in 1956. And Nagpur was annexed with then Bombay state. Therefore new states – Madhya Bharat, Vindya Bharat, Bhopal created and in 1956 during state’s reorganization three states jointly formed the state Madhya Pradesh. Thus the newly created state capital Bhopal named.
- At that time Madhya Pradesh was the largest state in India. But in the year of 2000 by the state’s reorganization Act the new state Chhattisgarh created.
- The famous UNESCO world heritage site Khajuraho group of temples are built by Chandelas in Madhya Pradeh. Which is situated near Jhansi.
Geographical Facts :-
- With total area of 308252 Km2 Madhya Pradesh is the 2nd largest sate in India.
- And it is surrounded by few states like – on the east Chhattisgarh, northeast by Uttar Pradesh , northwest by Rajasthan, west by Gujarat, and at last southern part of state is bordered by Maharashtra.
- Due to its geographical position Madhya Pradesh was called Central Province of India.
- The highest peak of Madhya Pradesh is Dhupgarh with the altitude of 1359 metres.
- There are more than 20% area in Madhya Pradesh is under forest. Because of that at least 10 national parks can be seen in this state.
1. Bandhavgarh National Park,
2. Kanha National Park,
3. Satpura National Park,
4. Sanjay National Park,
5. Madhav National Park,
6. Van Vihar National Park,
7. Mandla Plant Fossils National
Park,
8. Panna National Park,
9. Pench National Park
10. Dinosaur National Park
- Among them Kanha National park is known for its tiger reserve. It is thought that the famous Jungle Book comics was based on this national park. It is also the largest national in Madhya Pradesh.
- Another one is Pench National Park which is known as a tiger reserve. And in the book of Ain-i-Akbari this national parks tiger reserve is mentioned. The forest parts are also described in some western media also. Which has number of Royal Bengal Tiger.
- Some of the biosphere reserves are also present in Madhya Pradesh. Few of them are Panchmari, Amarkantak, Panna biosphere reserves are well known.
- The most important river in Madhya Pradesh is Narmada. With few more are Shipra (which is famous for Kumbh mela), Betwa, Ken, Son, Mahanadi, Chambal river etc.
Transportation Facts :-
- Madhya Pradesh is well connected with rest of the India by Road, Rail and air.
- Road – numerous national highway ; NH19, NH27,NH30, NH34 etc.
- Rail – Jabalpur serves as the west central railway head quarter. Main railstations are Indore, Ujjain, Jabalpur, Khandwa, Neemuch, and many others.
- Airport – The airport present in Indore named as devi Aholyabai Holkar airport serves as the main airport in Madhya Prades. Apart from that Raja Bhoj airport at Bhopal, Dumma airport in Jabal pur and many more aioprts are present in the state.
- These are the reasons for maximum tourist attraction in this state. Well connectivity among cities and tourist places provide maximum facility to the tourists.
Social Facts:-
- With some Hindi and Marathi people Madhya Pradesh is consisted by large community of tribal communities. Among them Korku, Kaul, Maria, Gond, Bhil, Bhadia and others are present in the state.
- Now the literacy rate of Madhya Pradesh is improved lot with 70.6% people are literate. Among them females are 65.5 % and males are 82.1% literate.
- Number of premier institutions are present in Madhya Pradesh. IISER Bhopal, IIT indoor, IIM Indore, AIMS Bhopal and many more. Now this state has gained a reputation about proving education facilities.
Cultural Facts:–
- From its ancient time Madhya Pradesh is known for its cultural diversity. The result can be found in the society of the Madhya Pradesh, where you can find different people with various cultural background.
- Madhya Pradesh is well known for its classical music and folk songs. Three major classical ghranas of India – Maihar, Gwaliar, Senia Gharana are among present in Madhya Pradesh till date.
- Some of the popular folk dances in Madhya Pradesh are Rai, Rai, Saila,Matki etc.
- Now there are three World Heritage sites are present in this state.
2. Buddhist
Monument at Sanchi
3. Rock
Shelters of Bhimbetka
- Khajuraho group of temples are group of temples with numerous religion – Hindu, Bauddhist, Jain. These are built by Chandela dynasty during 950 and 1050. Now its is one of the most visited tourist places in India.
- Famous Ujjain city is known for the Kumbh Mela which is one of the four places of Kumbh Mela destinations in India. Now the city has been chosen a smart city, under smart city projects.
- Ujjain is also known for 2 of the 12 Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva – Omkareshwar, Mahakaleshwar.
Economical Facts:-
- Agriculture products – Soyabeans, Grams, Oil seeds, Pulses, Food Grains, Tendu leaves used to make beedi.
- Industry - Currency printing press at Dewas.
Bhopal rail coach factory,
Six ordinance factory among
them four are situated in Jabalpur,
SEZs for number of IT and
ITES industry,
Diamond mines in Panna,
BHEL factory in Bhopal.
- Due to its position mostly large companies already set up many manufacturing plants in the state.
- There are large number of textiles, copper, manganese, dolomite, cement, and auto mobile industries are also present in the state. For this huge development recently Madhya Pradesh got an award form Indian government.
Some famous
personalities from Madhya Pradesh :–
- Tansen – noted ancient singer. Born in Gwalior.
- Baiju Bawra – well known mughal period singer. Was born in Gwalior.
- Kishore Kumar - famous singer and musician, who is related with Khandwa
- Lata mnageskar – famous singer who is also born in Indore.
- Adesh Srivastav - Famous Music composer, was born in Jabalpur.
So friends if you want to study or
do business Madhya Pradesh is always for you. Then after some time if you want refreshment than cricket, football, kho kho, Kabaddi and many more sports are present there.
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