Dadra and Nagar Haveli Taluk, Administrative district in western India.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli Taluk is an administrative division in western India composed of two separate geographical areas straddling the borders of Gujarat and Maharashtra. The region encompasses around 72 villages administered from the headquarters at Silvassa.
The area was under Portuguese control from 1783 until it joined India in 1961 through a significant historical event. This change marked the start of a new era in the region's development and governance.
The taluk is home to several tribal groups including the Dhodia, Kokna, and Varli communities, who speak Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and Bhilodi as part of their daily lives. These communities shape the social fabric and traditions you notice when visiting the area.
Start your visit from Silvassa, where most administrative facilities and services are concentrated for easy access. The region has basic infrastructure including banks, schools, and hospitals spread across its villages, making it relatively easy to navigate.
The region has notably high forest cover that shapes much of the landscape and protects the natural environment. These forests are important for local biodiversity and influence the climate and farming practices of the area.
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