Chhindwara district

Chhindwara district spans 10,293 square kilometers across the Satpura Range, featuring varied topography from plains to elevated regions with numerous coal deposits.

The district emerged from Vakataka rule in the 3rd century CE, followed by the Gaulis and Rashtrakutas, before the Gond dynasty established control in the 14th century.

Multiple tribal communities maintain their traditions throughout the district, with Hindi speakers comprising 80% of the population alongside Gondi and Korku language groups.

The district headquarters in Chhindwara town provides governmental services, educational institutions, and transportation connections through established road and rail networks.

The Patalkot Valley within the district contains 12 villages at depths of 1,200 to 1,500 feet, maintaining traditional agricultural practices and medicinal knowledge.

Location: Jabalpur division

Capital city: Chhindwara

Shares border with: Narmadapuram district, Seoni district

Website: https://chhindwaranagarnigam.com

GPS coordinates: 22.06000,78.94000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:39