Google Map Of Shahdol

• District Code: SH
• Population Of Shahdol - 1,064,989
• Area (km²) - 5,671 km2 (2,190 sq mi)
• Division - Shahdol
• Parliamentary Constituency - Shahdol
• Assembly Constituency - Jaisingnagar and Shahdol
• Time Zone Of Shahdol - IST (UTC+5:30)
• Elevation Of Shahdol - NA
• Sex Ratio - 968 (2011)
• Official Website - http://shahdol.nic.in/

Named after headquarters Shahdol, this district is industrially advanced one and a Division of MP state. The lush green forestry landscapes and minerals are its major assets. Tribal dominance makes Shahdol a tribal area in Vindhyachal ranges whose development is remarkable. Its extensive coal mines reserves are important sources of prosperity.

Shahdol district was divided on 15 August 2003 to create Anuppur district. Existing area of present day Shahdol is 5671 km2. Anuppur, Satna, Sidhi and Umaria districts border Shahdol on southeastern, northern and western borders. Its main location is on Deccan Plateau and tri-junction of Maikal Ranges. 2001 census recorded total population of undivided Shahdol district at 908,148. It had 391,027 Scheduled Tribes and 67,528 Scheduled Castes inhabitants. Shahdol has attractive places. Some are mentioned here:

• Virateshwar Temple in Sohagpur Vangana is sought after tourist destination
• Monuments representing erstwhile Maharaja of Rewa
• Several picturesque forest regions

Its identity of being predominantly hilly district always keeps Shahdol into the limelight especially for the tourists. Rich mineral resources like coal, fire clay, ochers and marble are pivotal in enhancing maximum revenues for the state. This district lacks in agriculture but its industrial setups are well planned.