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Gadchiroli district, Administrative district in Maharashtra, India

The district spans 14,412 square kilometers in southeastern Maharashtra, featuring extensive forest coverage and numerous indigenous settlements across its territory.

Established on August 26, 1982, Gadchiroli district emerged from the division of Chandrapur district, incorporating the Gadchiroli and Sironcha talukas into a new administrative unit.

The population speaks multiple languages including Marathi, Gondi, Telugu, Bengali, Hindi, and Chhattisgarhi, reflecting the diverse linguistic heritage of the region.

The district headquarters in Gadchiroli city provides essential administrative services, including healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and municipal offices for local residents.

The region maintains 79 percent forest coverage, making it the most densely forested district in Maharashtra, with extensive bamboo production and wildlife sanctuaries.

Location: Nagpur division

Inception: 1982

Capital city: Gadchiroli

Shares border with: Bhandara district, Bijapur District

Website: http://gadchiroli.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 20.18611,80.00528

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:40

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