Explore the cities, localities, and regional context that make up Chhattisgarh.
Chhattisgarh is a state of India.
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Where does Chhattisgarh fit?
Chhattisgarh is a state of India. This directory lists 78 cities and localities in Chhattisgarh.
Country
India
Administrative type
State
Listed localities
78
About Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is a state in central India known for its dense forests, waterfalls and rich mineral wealth. Its capital is Raipur. Carved out as a separate state in 2000, it has a large tribal population and is a major source of India's coal, steel and electricity.
Chhattisgarh is dominated by forested hills, plateaus and the fertile plains of the Mahanadi River basin. About 44 percent of the state is forested, with notable waterfalls. The climate is tropical, hot in summer with a strong monsoon.
The state has a strong Adivasi tribal heritage, with distinctive art, music, dance and festivals. Rice farming, folk traditions and a connection to the forest shape its culture, and it is sometimes called the rice bowl of India.
Long part of larger regions and home to ancient kingdoms, the territory was separated from Madhya Pradesh to become India's 26th state in 2000. Its economy is driven by mining, power generation and heavy industry.
Key facts
The capital is Raipur.
It was formed in 2000 from Madhya Pradesh.
It is heavily forested with a large tribal population.
It is a major producer of coal, steel and electricity.
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Chhattisgarh is a state in central India known for its dense forests, waterfalls and rich mineral wealth. Its capital is Raipur. Carved out as a separate state in 2000, it has a large tribal population and is a major source of India's coal, steel and electricity.
