How many talukas are there in Vidarbha?
14 talukas in Vidarbha are drought hit.
How many talukas are there in Nagpur Division?
14 talukas
Nagpur district is divided into 14 talukas: Ramtek, Umred, Kalameshwar, Katol, Kamthi, Kuhi, Narkhed, Nagpur, Nagpur Rural, Parseoni, Bhiwapur, Mouda, Savner and Hingna.
What is the other name of Vidarbha?
Vidarbha is the eastern region of the Indian state of Maharashtra, comprising Nagpur Division and Amravati Division. Its former name is Berar (Varhad in Marathi).
Where is Vidarbha Kingdom?
The Vidarbha kingdom in the Sanskrit epic Mahabharata is among the many kingdoms ruled by Yadu kings (Bhoja Yadavas). It is the southernmost kingdom within the epic’s geographical horizon, south of the Vindhya range, in the region still known as Vidarbha in what is now Central India.
What is the taluka of Nashik?
The district is further subdivided in to 15 talukas viz., Nashik, Igatpuri, Dindori, Peint, Surgana, Deola, Satana, Kalwan, Chandwad, Niphad, Sinnar, Yeola, Malegaon, Nandgaon and Trimbakeshwar. As per 2001 census, the population of the district is 61,09,052. The district has 18 towns and 1931 villages.
Was Rukmini from Vidarbha?
Born to King Bhishmaka of Vidarbha Kingdom, Rukmini is described to be beautiful, intelligent and virtuous. When her brother Rukmi tried to forcefully get her married to Shishupala, she asked Krishna to abduct her.
What is the capital of Vidarbha?
Kundinapuri was the capital of Vidarbha Kingdom, ruled by king Bhima. It was also ruled by king Bhishmaka and his son Rukmi, a Bhoja-Yadava.
Where is the Vidarbha region located?
Vidarbha is the eastern region of the Indian state of Maharashtra, comprising Nagpur Division and Amravati Division.
What is the old name of Vidarbha?
Vidarbha is the eastern region of the Indian state of Maharashtra, comprising Nagpur Division and Amravati Division.Amravati division’s former name is Berar (Varhad in Marathi).
How many tourist attractions are there in Vidarbha?
A full page Google map showing the exact location of 80 tourist attractions in Vidarbha. TouristLink also has a map of all the tourist attractions in Maharashtra as well as detailed maps showing tourist attractions in 12 different cities in Maharashtra. Explore Touristlink Destinations
Why Vidarbha is different from other parts of India?
Throughout its history, Vidarbha has remained much calmer than the rest of India, especially during the communal troubles. However, there is considerable poverty and malnutrition. It is less economically prosperous compared to the rest of Maharashtra.