Chandrapur district, Administrative district in Nagpur division, India
Description
Chandrapur district is an administrative region in eastern Maharashtra covering roughly 11,400 square kilometers and divided into fifteen administrative units. The area contains extensive coal mining operations concentrated in the Wardha Valley.
History
The district was created in 1981 when the government separated it from the former Chanda district and carved out new territories. The tehsils of Gadchiroli and Sironcha were removed to form separate administrative units.
Culture
Marathi is the main language spoken here, and Hindu, Buddhist, and Muslim communities shape daily life through their traditions and celebrations. These groups have woven their practices into the rhythm of the district over generations.
Practical
The district connects to other regions via National Highway 353E and has a railway station on the main line between New Delhi and Chennai. These transport links make it relatively accessible from different directions.
Did you know?
The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve within the district protects a substantial tiger population while the same region holds major coal reserves. This coexistence of wildlife protection and mineral extraction shapes the area in unexpected ways.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Nagpur division).
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve
37.8 km
Markanda Group of Temples, Gadchiroli
59.5 km
Manikgad
35.7 kmBallarpur Fort
11.9 km
Vijasan Caves
26.7 km
Hirapur dolmen
78.7 km
Chaprala Wildlife Sanctuary
63.8 kmMahadeo’s Temple (Hemadpanti)
55.1 kmOld Hemadpanthi Temple
69.4 km
Temple of Mahadev, Neri
59.6 kmOld Temple of Mahadev
47.2 kmTemple of Keshavanath
47.5 kmNaleshwar Tank
42.3 kmMurjha Tank
73.3 kmAncient Temple
86.3 kmRamdigi temple & Ramdigi pool
53.5 km
Dhammabhoomi
93.1 kmOld Bridge
25.4 kmOld Temple of Chandikadevi
25.7 kmTemple of the Mahakali
926 mMahadev Temple close to the Municipal office
564 mLarge high knoll immediately to the east of Bhandranath temple with remains of a temple, with huge stone carved blocks & a figure of Ganapati
25.7 km
Shiv Temple, Armori
91.3 kmMahālgaog Talāv
25.1 kmMahādora Talāv
47.1 km
Ghorājhari Tank
74.5 km
Panch Pandav caves
84.5 km
Gond Raja Chhatri, Achaleshwar gate Chandrapur
552 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes