Google Map Of Rajnandgaon

• District Code: RN
• Population Of Rajnandgaon - 1,537,520
• Area (km²) - 8,022 km2 (3,097 sq mi)
• Division - NA
• Parliamentary Constituency - Rajnandgaon
• Assembly Constituency - Pandariya, Kawardha , Khairagarh , Dongargarh , Rajnandgaon, Dongargaon , Khujji and Mohla-Manpur
• Time Zone Of Rajnandgaon - IST (UTC+5:30)
• Elevation Of Rajnandgaon - NA
• Sex Ratio - 1017 (2011)
• Official Website - http://rajnandgaon.nic.in/

Rajnandgaon is a district in Chhattisgarh famous for its rich culture, history and quality life. Due to the breathtaking scenery, closenessto nature, warm attitude of people and the different way of life, Rajnandgaonhas become popular among the tourists.

History:

Rajnandgaon was initially named as Nandgram. You can gather information about the rulers, culture and the society and valuable traditions from the palaces that surround the city. This city was once ruled by a Hindu dynasty caretakers’ known as mahants and GondRajas. Rajnandgaon is well connected by road and rail junctions.

Demographics:

The population of the city is 143727 (2001 census). It came into existence on 26th Jan, 1973, by way of division of district Durg. The males constitute 51 percent of the population and females 49 percent. Rajnandgaon has an average literacy rate of 73 percent, higher than the national average of 59.5 percent.

Geographically:

Rajnandgaon is located at 21.10°N 81.03°E. It has an average elevation of 307 meters (1010 feet).

Culture:

Indira Sangeet and Kala Vishwavidyalay at Khairagarhhighlight the districts’ rich cultural heritage. One thing that makes this university distinct from others is that this is the sole university in India for music and fine arts!Students can enroll for various diploma and degree course for vocal and instrumental music, arts and dance forms. Many colleges which offer courses in music and arts are affiliated by this university.