District Bilaspur Highlights 2011 Census – Himachal Pradesh
The population of the district has increased by 12.0 percent during 2001-2011. The population of the district constitutes 5.56 percent of the state population and rank 10thin position. Bilaspur district ranks 4th position in terms of literacy slightly above the state literacy rate is 82.8. The District occupies 5th position among the districts in registering… Read More »
Places of Religious, Historical or Archaeological importance and Places of tourist interest in District Shimla
Shimla district has a number of places of tourist interest. Some of these have also historical, archaeological and religious importance. A brief account of such places in the district is given as below: Chaba: It is situated on the left bank of the river Satluj in tehsil Seoni. It is very small village but its… Read More »
Major Characteristics of the district Shimla – Himachal Pradesh
The district is endowed with economic resources viz. agricultural land growing of cereals, pulses, fruits, off season vegetables etc., enriched forest products and perennial rivers and streams for generating powers. The irrigation projects have also been set up for ample supply of water to the field. The apple cultivation is carried out throughout the district… Read More »
Contribution of the district Solan in various fields
Solan is named as Mashroom city of India. This district is the most industrial advanced district in the state which generated employment to about forty thousand persons. Oldest military posts were stationed in this district. To menoeuvre their military surveillance, the British retained the strategic places such as Kasauli, Dagshai, Sabathu and Solan as military… Read More »
Major characteristics of the district Sirmaur – Himachal Pradesh
Sirmaur district is endowed with two economic resources viz-agricultural land and rich dense forest. The district is well known for its quarries and huge deposits of natural wealth. There are various industrial units like Nahan Foundry, Resin and Turpentine factory, Cement factory, and allied serviceable industries. The district exports ginger, apple, potato, sugarcane, and vegetables,… Read More »
Places of religious, historical or archaeological importance and tourist interest in the district Lahaul-Spiti
Nature has endowed Lahaul and Spiti with interesting, charming, fascinating, and attractive landscapes. Its valleys, mountains, glaciers, rivers, posters, forts, gompas, and ancient buildings of the once ruling dynasty are the principal objects of study. The snow-capped peaks provide ample opportunities to excite the energetic hikers to undertake expeditions and face the challenge of climbing… Read More »
Major Characteristics of the district Lahaul-Spiti – Himachal Pradesh
The district from generation to generation has got most historical importance and is known in ancient times for its performances in devil dances, mural or thanka paintings, literature, and arts. The district is endowed with economic resources viz. agricultural land growing cereals, pulses, off-season vegetables, etc. The irrigation projects have also been set up for… Read More »