Central India
Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is a mineral-rich state in central India known for its forests, waterfalls, tribal culture, steel production, and power generation. Formed in 2000 after separation from Madhya Pradesh, Raipur serves as its capital and major industrial hub.
30M
People
135,192 km²
Area
33
Districts
11
LS Seats
Formed: 1 Nov 2000
Capital: Raipur
Language: Hindi & Chhattisgarhi
Basic Information
State Name: Chhattisgarh
Capital: Raipur
Formation Year: 1 November 2000
Official Languages: Hindi & Chhattisgarhi
Geography & Climate
Area: 135,192 sq km
Major Rivers: Mahanadi, Indravati, Shivnath
Climate: Tropical wet and dry climate
Forest Cover: Around 44% of total area
Political Parties
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Indian National Congress (INC)
Janta Congress Chhattisgarh (JCC)
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP)
Administration
Chief Minister: Vishnu Deo Sai
Governor: Ramen Deka
Legislative Assembly: 90 Seats
Demographics
Population: ~30 million
Literacy: ~71%
Sex Ratio: ~991 ♀ / 1000 ♂
Tribal Population: Significant tribal communities
Economy
Main Sectors: Mining, Steel, Power, Agriculture
Minerals: Coal, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Limestone
Rice Production: Known as “Rice Bowl of India”
State Symbols
Animal: Wild Water Buffalo
Bird: Hill Myna
Tree: Sal Tree
Flower: Rhynchostylis Gigantea
Foods
Traditional Foods: Chila, Faraa, Angakar Roti
Main Cuisine: Rice-based dishes & tribal cuisine
Sweets: Khurma, Dehrori
Tourism & Heritage
Chitrakote Falls: India's Niagara Falls
Barnawapara: Wildlife sanctuary
Bastar: Famous for tribal culture & Dussehra
Kanger Valley: National park & caves
Culture
Festivals: Bastar Dussehra, Hareli
Dance Forms: Panthi, Raut Nacha
Art: Bell metal craft & tribal handicrafts
Transportation
Airport: Swami Vivekananda Airport (Raipur)
Rail: Major junctions at Raipur & Bilaspur
Road: National highways connect major cities
Interesting Facts
Known as the “Rice Bowl of India”.
One of India's largest producers of steel and electricity.
Bastar Dussehra is celebrated for over 75 days.
Rich tribal traditions and dense forest regions.