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DISTRICT TOURISM PLAN AMARAWATI DISTRICT, MAHARASHTRA
SUBMITTED TO
HON. COLLECTOR, AMARAVATI DISTRICT
A PROJECT OFTOURISM MINISTRY MAHARASHTRA TROUGH
MAHARASHTRA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
PREPARED BY
CREATIVE CIRCLECREATIVE CIRCLEARCHITECTS, PLANNERS, ENV. PLANNERS, LANDSCAPE CONSULTANTS31, EAST SHANKAR NAGAR , NAGPURTELEFAX : 0712-2523520, 09422109676, 09423073291e-mail: [email protected] [email protected]
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Preamble ......................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Need of planning interventions ...................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Brief Scope of the Project ............................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Study Object ................................................................................................................................ 10
1.5 Study Components ........................................................................................................................ 10
1.6 Methodology for DTP Process ...................................................................................................... 12
1.7 Data Sources ................................................................................................................................. 13
1.8 Consultative Workshops/Group Discussions ................................................................................ 15
1.9 National tourism policy ................................................................................................................. 16
1.9.1 The salient features of the new tourism policy ......................................................................... 17
1.10 Benefits of tourism...................................................................................................................... 19
1.11 Costs of tourism .......................................................................................................................... 19
1.12 State Tourism Policy .................................................................................................................... 20
1.12.1 Objectives of the Maharashtra tourism policy ........................................................................ 20
1.12.2 Role of state govt. in tourism development ............................................................................ 20
1.12.3 Investment policy ..................................................................................................................... 22
1.12.4 Incentives ................................................................................................................................. 22
1.12.5 Development Regulations in Maharashtra .............................................................................. 22
1.12.6 Travel Circuits and Destinations / Attractions ......................................................................... 23
CHAPTER 2: GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DISTRICT ...................................................................................... 24
2.0 Brief of Amravati District .............................................................................................................. 24
2.1 District’s Special Characters .......................................................................................................... 26
2.2. Travel to Amravati District ........................................................................................................... 27
2.3 Historical Background of Amravati District ................................................................................... 28
2.4. Climate ......................................................................................................................................... 30
2.5 Demography .................................................................................................................................. 31
2.5.1 Sex Ratio ..................................................................................................................................... 32
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2.5.2 Literacy Rate .............................................................................................................................. 33
2.5.3 Work Force Participation ........................................................................................................... 34
2.5.4 Workers Classification ................................................................................................................ 35
2.6 Administrative Divisions ................................................................................................................ 35
2.7 Languages...................................................................................................................................... 37
2.8 Education in Amravati District ...................................................................................................... 37
2.8.1 Education and Awareness .......................................................................................................... 38
2.9. Medical facilities .......................................................................................................................... 41
2.10 Economy ...................................................................................................................................... 41
2.10.1 Cottage Industries .................................................................................................................... 42
2.10.2 Agriculture ............................................................................................................................... 43
2.11 Electrification .............................................................................................................................. 45
2.12 Road Network ............................................................................................................................. 45
2.13 Political and Cultural Characteristics .......................................................................................... 46
2.13.1 Political Importance ................................................................................................................. 46
2.13.2 Notable people ............................................................................................................................ 47
Chapter 3 PHYSICAL PROFILE ...................................................................................................................... 49
3.1 Geographical Information ............................................................................................................. 49
3.2.Topography ................................................................................................................................... 49
3.2.2 Wetland ...................................................................................................................................... 53
3.2.3 Rivers .......................................................................................................................................... 55
3.2.4.1 Salient features upper Wardha dam ....................................................................................... 64
3.2.5. Ground Water Resources .......................................................................................................... 64
3.2.6 Water Level ................................................................................................................................ 67
3.2.7 Ground Water Resources .......................................................................................................... 72
3.2.8 Climate and Rainfall .................................................................................................................. 75
3.3 Current Status of Environment ..................................................................................................... 77
3.3.1 Basic Environmental Parameters ............................................................................................... 77
3.3.2 Suitability of Ground Water for Drinking Purpose ..................................................................... 85
3.4 Vegetation ..................................................................................................................................... 90
3.4.1 Flora and Fauna .......................................................................................................................... 93
3.5 Mineral Resources ........................................................................................................................ 97
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CHAPTER 4: TOURISM IN AMRAVATI DISTRICT ....................................................................................... 98
4.1 Tourism in Maharashtra ................................................................................................................ 99
4.1.2 Ecotourism ............................................................................................................................... 100
4.2 Amravati Tourism ........................................................................................................................ 100
4.2.1 Places of interest ...................................................................................................................... 102
4.3 Heritage of Amravati District ...................................................................................................... 105
4.3.2 Forts ......................................................................................................................................... 106
4.4 Water Bodies ............................................................................................................................... 106
4.5 Hill Station ................................................................................................................................... 107
4.6 Consideration under 20 Year Maharashtra State Perspective Plan for Amravati district .......... 107
4.6.1 Proposed projects for Chikhaldara under 20 Year Maharashtra State Perspective Plan ........ 111
Chapter 5 : Important Tourist Destinations in Amravati district (State Level) ........................................ 112
5.1 Hill Station ‐ Chikhaldara ............................................................................................................. 112
5.2. Melghat Tiger Reserve (MTR) .................................................................................................... 135
CHAPTER 6: TOURISM DESTINATIONS OF AMRAVATI DISTRICT (REGIONAL LEVEL) ................................ 159
6.0 Tourism destinations and places at regional level ...................................................................... 161
6.1 Religious Tourism ........................................................................................................................ 161
Listing of Taluka Wise Tourist Spots ................................................................................................. 161
6.1 Warud Taluka ( 14 EXISITNG SPOTS + 9 NEW SITES) .................................................................. 161
6.1.1 Connectivity to Warud ............................................................................................................. 161
6.1.2 Description of Warud Town ..................................................................................................... 162
6.1.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Warud Taluka .................................................................................. 163
6.1.3.1 Gavhankund, Warud ............................................................................................................. 163
6.1.3.2 Amner, Warud ....................................................................................................................... 163
6.1.3.3 Mona Rani Fort, Warud ........................................................................................................ 164
6.1.3.4 Loni ( Dhavalgiri ) , Warud ..................................................................................................... 165
6.1.3.5 Savanga , Warud ................................................................................................................... 166
6.1.3.6 Musalkheda , Warud ............................................................................................................. 166
6.1.3.7 Pusla, Warud ......................................................................................................................... 167
6.1.3.8Karajgaon, Warud .................................................................................................................. 167
6.1.3.9 Nagthana, Warud .................................................................................................................. 168
6.1.3.10 Jhunj, Warud ....................................................................................................................... 168
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6.1.3.11 Linga, Warud ....................................................................................................................... 169
6.1.3.12 Chamatkaari Devi, Warud ................................................................................................... 169
6.1.3.13 Vedapur, Warud .................................................................................................................. 170
6.1.3.14 Mahendri, Warud ................................................................................................................ 170
6.1.3.15 Proposed New Tourist / Attractive Places in Warud Taluka ............................................... 172
6.2 Morshi Taluka ( 14 EXISITNG SPOTS + 9 NEW SITES) ................................................................. 174
6.2.3.1 Riddhapur, Morshi ................................................................................................................ 175
6.2.3.2 Simbhora, Morshi .................................................................................................................. 175
6.2.3.3 Upper Wardha Dam ............................................................................................................. 176
6.2.3.4 Ambada, Morshi .................................................................................................................... 177
6.2.3.7 Salbardi, Morshi .................................................................................................................... 179
6.2.3.8 Dharul, Morshi ...................................................................................................................... 179
Chapter 7: Tourism circuits ....................................................................................................................... 210
7.1 Tourism Circuits in Amravati district ........................................................................................... 210
7.1.2 Established tourist circuits in Amravati ................................................................................... 210
7.1.2 Places of Interest in Respect to Eco‐Tourism: Existing Circuits ............................................... 211
7.1.3 Proposed Tourist Circuit in Amavati District ............................................................................ 215
chapter 8: Project proposals ..................................................................................................................... 216
8.1 Field Survey Findings .................................................................................................................. 216
8.2 Project ideas / concept ............................................................................................................... 216
8.3. Tourism Projects ........................................................................................................................ 217
8.3.1 Niche Tourism Products ........................................................................................................... 217
8.3.1.1 Adventure tourism ................................................................................................................ 218
8.3.1.2 Health Tourism ...................................................................................................................... 218
8.3.1.3 Wellness Tourism .................................................................................................................. 218
8.3.1.4 Golf Tourism .......................................................................................................................... 218
8.3.1.5 Corporate Tourism/ Meeting Incentives Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) .................... 219
8.3.1.8 Heritage Hotel ....................................................................................................................... 220
8.3.1.9 Apartment hotel ................................................................................................................... 221
8.3. 1.10 Guest Houses ..................................................................................................................... 221
8.3.1.11 Caravan Tourism ................................................................................................................ 221
8.3.1.12 Rural Tourism ...................................................................................................................... 221
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8.3.1.13 Leisure Tourism ................................................................................................................... 222
8.3.1.14 Religious Tourism ................................................................................................................ 222
8.3.1.15 Special Interest tourism ...................................................................................................... 222
8.4 Investments Planning .................................................................................................................. 223
8.5 Accommodation .......................................................................................................................... 223
8.6. Basic Infrastructure .................................................................................................................... 223
8.7. Tourism Infrastructure ............................................................................................................... 224
8.8 Tourist need analysis and project ideas ...................................................................................... 224
8.9 Environment Impact Analysis ..................................................................................................... 226
8.10 Cost Calculations for Tourism Project Components ................................................................. 228
8.10.1 Details of Tourism Project Components ................................................................................ 228
8.11 SWOT Analysis of Tourist Destination ...................................................................................... 236
CHAPTER 9 : TOURIST FLOW ..................................................................................................................... 238
9.1 Tourism Scenario in India – An Overview ................................................................................... 239
9.2 Development of Tourism in Maharashtra ................................................................................... 239
9.3. Composition of Tourist Traffic in Maharashtra .......................................................................... 240
9.4 Market potential of Maharashtra tourism by Perspective plan ................................................ 242
9.5 Market Segments ........................................................................................................................ 244
9.6 Tourist Flow ................................................................................................................................. 245
9.6.1 Projection of Tourist Flow 2032 ............................................................................................... 245
9.7 Characteristics of Tourists ........................................................................................................... 247
9.7.4.2 Type of Accommodation ....................................................................................................... 250
9.7.4.4 Satisfaction level with tourist facilities ................................................................................. 251
9.8 Strategies for Improvement ........................................................................................................ 252
9.9 Infrastructure Analysis of Destinations ....................................................................................... 253
9.10 Estimation of Employment Generation .................................................................................... 253
9.11 Plan outlays for tourism ............................................................................................................ 256
CHAPTER 10 : INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT FOR TOURISM .......................................................................... 257
10.1 Human resource development ................................................................................................. 257
10.2 Communication and marketing ................................................................................................ 258
10.3 Special efforts for promotion .................................................................................................... 261
10.4 Alliances with transporters, international airways, and international tour operators ............ 261
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10.5 Tourist Information Centre and Kiosks ..................................................................................... 261
Chapter 11: STRATEGIES ........................................................................................................................... 262
11.1 Development and Planning of Tourism Destinations ............................................................... 262
Chapter 12 : investment planning............................................................................................................. 274
Chapter 13: Project Prioritisation ............................................................................................................. 308
13.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 308
13.2 Criteria of Prioritisation ............................................................................................................ 308
13.2.1 Thrust 1: TOURISM NODE EVALUATION: Prioritisation ......................................................... 308
13.2.2 Thrust 2: Market Attractiveness ‐ USP ................................................................................... 311
13.2.3 Thrust 3: Business Development ........................................................................................... 311
13.3 Action plan for Tourism: Gap closure (investment) prioritisation ............................................ 311
13.4 First Priority Tourism Development Sites ................................................................................. 312
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 11:: IINNTTRROODDUUCCTTIIOONN
1.1 Preamble
1. Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Limited is fully owned by Government
of Maharashtra. The Corporation has a mandate to promote tourism activities in
Maharashtra. Development of tourism infrastructure and preparation of District level
Tourism Master Plans are such tourism promotion activities being under taken by the
Corporation. To assist the Corporation in the same, the corporation has empanelled
Architectural / consultancy firms for the two categories viz. Development of tourism
infrastructure, preparation of District level Tourism Master Plans.
2. A District Tourism Master Plan (DTMP) is spelt as a perspective and a vision for the
future development of a district in respect to tourism. It presents the current stage of the
district’s development and sets out the directions of change. It identifies the thrust areas.
It also suggests alternative routes, strategies, and interventions for bringing about the
changes. It provides a framework and vision within which projects need to be identified
and implemented. It establishes a logical and consistent framework for evaluation of
investment decisions. A DTMP is anchored on the goal of creating economically
productive, efficient, equitable and responsive tourism destinations. It provides a basis for
districts to undertake sector reforms that help direct/indirect investment into tourism-
based infrastructure. It is essential for a district to systematically think of the future for
tourism growth, and determine how it wishes to grow in coming years.
a. Preparation of District level Tourism Master Plans
i. • Identifying tourist locations, analysis of tourist interests, study of present
infrastructure.
ii. • Preparation of District Level Tourism Master Plans, Approval to the Plans.
iii. • Recommendation of infrastructure and other facilities along with the cost
estimates.
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3. The present assignment aim to prepare a DTMP document for Amravati District to
undertake spatial, fiscal, structural, marketing & institutional changes necessary for
improved service delivery systems that are suitable for tourism growth, address poverty
and enhance local economic performance. The District Tourism Master Plan will provide
the starting point for a process towards self-sustainable development of Amravati
District.
4. The entire DTMP preparation process will be based on the concept of a consultative
strategic planning process. The lessons from the past experiences will be incorporated
into the proposed DTMP. The DTMP will also be linked with the overall spatial planning
proposals, particular tourist spots planning proposals and policy framework of District
Plan and more importantly into the annual municipal budgeting. Linking the investment
plan of the DTMP with the district development budgets will be crucial in ensuring the
O&M and thus sustainability of the infrastructure assets created.
1.2 Need of planning interventions
Tourism is now well recognized as a major growth engine. Several countries have transformed
their economies by developing their tourism potential. Tourism has great capacity to create large-
scale employment – from the most specialized to the unskilled. The Indian economy is
undergoing a major transformation. With an annual growth of eight percent, India has become
the second most favored destination for foreign direct investment. As an economic activity in the
service sector, tourism also has enormous potential for contributing to economic growth.
Tourism has the potential to change the economic face of a region. The benefits of planned
tourism development are manifold. Promotion of tourism would bring many direct and indirect
benefits to the people. GoI as well as GoMP have initiated tourism policy/ies to meet the
growing demands for infrastructure and service delivery.
Some of the direct benefits accruing to the local community of a region as a result of tourism
development are:
· Employment opportunities in tourism and hospitality sector
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· Development of private enterprise
· Improved standard of living
· Social upliftment and improved quality of life
· Better education and training
· Sustainable environmental practices
. Foreign exchange earning
Some of the indirect benefits accruing to the local community of a region as a result of tourism
development are:
· Infrastructure development – power, water, sanitation, hospitals, roads, etc.
· Market for local produce
· Employment in infrastructure sector
· Economic up-liftment due to income multiplier effect
1.3 Brief Scope of the Project
1. The present assignment aims to prepare a DTP document for Amravati district to undertake:-
Reconnaissance survey- geographical, social, political and economical
2. Study of situational analysis –
Existing socio-economic, industrial, historical, demographic profile of the district etc
3. Study of tourism Sector analysis –
Map all the existing tourism destinations and identify potential destinations within
district; Undertake tourism infrastructure gap analysis and suggest requirements etc.
4. Study of stake holders –
District level stakeholder consultations with the assistance of the district administration.
1. Engineering study and Reconnaissance
1) Study of climatic condition, geography and existing infrastructure.
2) Planning of tourism circuit layout plan of district tourism
3) Tourism traffic/tourists forecasts
4) Suggestions for archaeological conservation, urban design, alteration, reductive use.
5) Preliminary Engineering Design
6) Planning infrastructure planning and cost estimate
7) Phasing of the Project and Tourism Strategies etc.
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2. Draft District tourism Plan
1) Obtaining comments and NOC from various Govt. Departments like UD, MTDC,
PWD, ASI, etc.
2) Discussion with clients and other Govt. Department and key persons for
suggestions
3. Final District tourism Plan
1) Submission to department of tourism, Government of Maharashtra for approval
2) Finalization of District tourism Plan.
1.4 Study Object
To prepare a 20 year perspective plan for development of sustainable tourism plan of Amravati district.
1.5 Study Components
The key components & sub components which need to be studied for formulation of District
Tourism Plan for Amravati district are presented in below table.
Figure 0-1: Key Components of District Tourism Plan
Maharashtra tourism Development Corporation has provided guidelines to be followed for
preparation of perspective plan which are listed as follows:
Key Components of District Tourism Plan
Demography & Economy
•Population Growth & Trend•Social Composition of Population•Growth Direction•Economic Base
Physical Infrastructure
•Water Supply•Drainage, Sewerage & Storm Water •Solid Waste Management •Power•Security• Approach and Transportation
SocialInfrastructure
OtherSectors
Finance Institutional Arrangements
•Education•Health•Hotel industry Tourism related infrastructure
•Religious tourism •Environment•Nature Tourism•Heritage & Conservation Topography New sites identification
•Receipts & Expenditure •Loans & Grants•Assets Management•DCB Statement•Fund Availability & Resource Mobilization•Pricing & Tariff Structure for Services
•Organizational Setup •Administrative & Executions Functions•Technical Capability•Inter agency Coordination & Overlapping functions
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• A perspective plan with a time frame of 20 years needs to be developed for developing
sustainable tourism giving phasing of investment having regard to the resources available.
• The plan should be able to assess the existing tourism scenario in the District with respect
to existing traffic levels and inventory of:
o Natural resources
o Heritage and other socio-cultural assets
o Quantitative / demographic factors like population, employment, occupation,
income levels etc
o Services and infrastructure already available
• The plan would review the status of existing development / investment plans of schemes/
recommendation under state perspective plan for the development of tourism in the District.
The plan should list and evaluate existing potential tourist destinations and centres and
categories them on the basis of inventory of attractions, infrastructure availability, degree of
popularity, volume of traffic flow etc.
• The plan should analyse and categorize existing / potential destinations and centres, as a
standalone destination, part of a circuit and /or as major attractions for special interest groups
etc.
• The plan should assess the existing infrastructure levels at identified destinations / centres
in terms of quality of roads / transportation facilities, civic amenities, enroute transit
facilities, boarding and lodging facilities etc
• The plan should be able to broadly assess traffic flow to identified destinations and centres
for assessment of infrastructure requirements taking into account past growth trends,
suggested linkages and integration, future expected developments including likely
investments by the state and investment climate / incentive for private sector etc
• The plan should attempt and arrive at an indicative cost configuration of likely investment
on infrastructure development under different heads and to prioritize investment needs by
drawing up a phased investment plan covering the next 20 years.
• The plan should identify the existing as well as new tourism projects for expansion
/augmentation, upgradation of facilities and services, destinations and centres, which have
potential for development
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• The plan should include project wise potential for employment generation; a reasonable
percentage of potential employment is to be reserved for women.
• The plan should indicate the actual and projected number of domestic and foreign tourist
arrivals for each proposed tourist place. Prioritize the scheme on the basis of employment
potential of the project and tourist arrival at the proposed destination/place.
• An inventory of existing infrastructural facilities (including paying guest facility) is to be
made; after which, the proposed infrastructure needs to be split up into various segments
concerning different state government departments , such as PWD, Forest, Culture,
handicrafts etc and dovetailed with the tourism plans.
• The DTP will generate specific priority actions and projects that can be the basis for
mobilizing funding from diverse sources and boost tourism development as per the national
tourism policy and Maharashtra tourism policy
1.6 Methodology for DTP Process
Figure 0‐2: Methodology for Preparation of District Tourism Plan
The Infrastructure Assessment
Opportunities , Strengths ,Risks and WeaknessesUnmet Demand/ Gap
Future Perspective and Vision
Direction of change andExpectations
Strategies for Development
Options and Strategies
Link with Reform Agenda
Criteria for Prioritization
Tourism Investment Plan & FinancialAlternatives
MultiStakeholder
Consultations
Parameters• Demography• Economic Base• Financial• Physical & Environmental • Infrastructure• Institutions• Universalisation of Services
Sectors/ Components • Environment Conservation • Tourism base Physical & social Infrastructure
• Renewal of services and hospitality facilities • Pro Poor tourism aspects
Marketing and networking •Transport and Roads Services
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1.7 Data Sources
The main source of data is secondary sources from Collector Office and Urban Local
Bodies (ULBs) including Census of India and other Parastatal agencies. The primary data will
help to fill certain gaps and understand the local populace better. The list of important
departments and availability of information details are as mentioned in the following table;
Table 0-1 Key Sourcers for Secondary Data
S. No Department/Agency Data Availability
1 Collector Office
And
Urban Local Body
(ULB)
• District /Town level Tourism Map; nearest city/town/village
limits, poor /slum pockets, etc.
• Available type of tourism – adventure/religious/ wildlife etc.
• List of special population like Tribal etc., slums and other
information on urban poor located near Tourism spots.
• Social infrastructure; institutional‐health facilities, etc.
• District finance; last five years budgets, demand, collection &
balance (DCB) statements, Revenue collection due to tourism,
list of Tourism properties, loan statements etc.
• Organizational set up
• List of reports/documents prepared earlier for the city, if any
2 Census of India,
1981to2001
• District, Tehsil & Town level statistical information
• Population growth rate
• Sex ratio & Literacy Rate
• Occupation & Work participation rate
• Tourism
• Urban rural composition
• History &Profile (district and tehsil level)
3 PWD • List of SH/NH information
• Road network; type of roads, details on lengths and
conditions, proposals if any.
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S. No Department/Agency Data Availability
• Proposal, if any
4 PHED • Water supply; type of material used for distribution pipes,
transmission main lines from the source, major proposals etc.
• Estimated sewerage generation, proposals if any
• Solid waste management system; type of collection,
manpower, vehicles etc.
• Storm water drains; type of drains & lengths, low lying areas
and water bodies
• Sewerage & Sanitation Details; type of sewerage system, no.
of sanitation facilities
5 District Industrial
Center (DIC)
• Type of Industries
• Major exports and imports
• Workforce
• Regional influence
6 R.T.O • List of registered vehicles
• Comparative statement of vehicular growth at district, tehsil
level
6 Tourism Department • Type of tourist places
• Functionality & facilities availability at sites
• List of visitors from India & overseas
• List of proposals for development, if any
7 Archaeological Survey
of India
• About historical monuments
• Heritage & conservation
8 District Educational
Department
• Type of institutions especially of Hospitality industry
• No. of students;
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S. No Department/Agency Data Availability
• Type of facilities at each institutional level
9 Pollution Control
Board (PCB)
• Environmental issues in line with air, noise and water
pollution level
• Mitigation measures & guidelines
• Proposals, if any
10 Forest Department • Forest Cover and its status
• Flora Fauna
• List of reports/documents prepared earlier for forestry/social
forestry/ conservation, if any
• Number of visitors for wildlife tourism
11 Irrigation Department • Water bodies / river and reservoir
• Land available for development
• Available tourism infrastructure
• List of reports/documents prepared earlier for development
of tourism
• Number of visitors
12 Fire Fighting station • No. of fire tender
• Workforce
• Proposal, if any
13 Police Department • Crime rate
• Infrastructure available for security and emergency
1.8 Consultative Workshops/Group Discussions
Though, the information available from Collector Office, ULBs, Census of India and other
govt. organizations are not quite enough to complete the project report. As per the terms
of reference stages wise workshop proposed to reach the aim of the project;
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The consultation process is expected to lead to primary participation of all stakeholders,
enhancing their involvement in preparing DTMP, increasing awareness of all citizens and
stakeholders, and prioritization of the challenges facing the town.
• Kickoff workshop:- To make an awareness in citizens about the DTMP project need
& importance
• 2nd workshop:- Infrastructure sector wise status report & finding the Issues/gaps &
Final DTMP report with financial operation plan
1.9 National tourism policy
Tourism policy was announced for the first time in Nov. 1982. The measures suggested in the
policy included
• Granting export industry status to tourism, adopting a selective approach for developing
tourist circuits,
• Inviting private sector participation and
• Utilization of national heritage for attracting tourists.
• The policy recognized the importance of international tourism in earning foreign exchange
and accorded high priority to its development. The policy recognized that facilities
provided are minimal for the large number of domestic tourists who travel on pilgrimage or
as tourists for other motivations and the need to substantially improve and expand facilities
for domestic tourists.
A national action plan for tourism was drawn up in May 1992. The objectives of the action plan
included
• Socio economic development of areas,
• Increasing employment opportunities,
• Developing domestic tourism especially for the budget category,
• Preservation of national heritage and environment,
• Development of international tourism and optimization of foreign exchange earnings,
• Diversification of tourism product and
• Increase in India’s share in world tourism.
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The strategies for achieving the objectives outlined
• Improvement of tourism infrastructure,
• Developing areas on a selective basis for integrated growth along with marketing of
destinations to ensure optimal use of existing infrastructure,
• Restructuring and strengthening the institutions for development of human resources and
Evolving a suitable policy for increasing foreign tourist arrivals and foreign exchange
earnings.
Tourism was declared as a priority sector for foreign investment in July 1991. A new national
tourism policy has been drafted to keep pace with the developments taking place around the
world and under consideration of the Government of India. The national tourism policy 2002
includes provisions like facilitating the development of a dynamic private sector in tourism,
promoting eco-tourism and rural tourism, facilitating domestic tourism by promoting amenities
and facilities for budget tourist, giving greater stress to development of pilgrimage centres and
integrated development of identified tourist destinations with the involvement of all the
infrastructural departments, states and the private sector.
1.9.1 The salient features of the new tourism policy
(a) Position tourism as a major engine of economic growth
(b) Harness the direct and multiplier effects of tourism for employment generation, economic
development and providing impetus to rural tourism.
(c) Focus on domestic tourism as a major driver of tourism growth
(d) Position India as a global brand to take advantage of the burgeoning global travel and trade
and the vast untapped potential of Indian destinations.
(e) Private sector is acknowledged as a critical player in tourism growth with government acting
as a pro-active facilitator and catalyst
(f) Integrated development of identified tourist destinations with the involvement of all the
infrastructural departments/State govts and the private sector.
In relation to the development of products that are related to special interests of the target
market, the product development strategy in the Tourism Policy 2002 suggests the following
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• Expansion of cultural tourism leveraging on India’s 22 World Heritage sites.
• Development of beach and coastal tourism in the states of Goa, North Karnataka and
Kerala.
• Development of Cochin and Andaman-Nicobar islands as international cruise destinations.
• Promote India’s unmatched variety of traditional cuisines internationally and encourage
Indian entrepreneurs to establish Indian ethnic cuisine restaurants across the world.
• Active promotion of village tourism to reap socio-economic benefits in the regions of
North East, Uttaranchal, Rajasthan, Kutch, Chhattisgarh and the plantation regions.
• Integrate National parks and major wild life sanctuaries into the main tourism product
through Interpretation centres, visitor management systems and promoting elephant and
tiger as ‘brands’ of Indian Wildlife Tourism.
• Promote adventure tourism in the ‘Himalayas’ through products such as white water and
Great River rafting. Regulations and certification of tour operators in this field should be
introduced.
• A world-class international convention centre should be constructed in Mumbai to promote
business tourism.
• Promote dedicated shopping centres such as Dilli Haat and Shilpagram along with
dissemination of information about shopping in India to tourists.
• Reintroduce “Festivals of India” program in top 12 future markets for India starting with
annual programs in UK and USA.
• Promote eco and health tourism.
Six new circuits to be developed for tourism were announced in the 2002-03 budgets by the
finance minister. The selection is specially aimed at attracting tourists from Japan, Korea,
Thailand, Indonesia and other far eastern countries.
• The first is the Bihar circuit which includes the traditional Buddhist circuit covering
Bodhgaya, Rajgir, Nalanda and Varanasi
• The second is the Buddhist monastic circuit between Himachal and Kashmir and includes
Kulu, Manali, Lahaul, Spiti and Leh.
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• The third is a heritage circuit covering Gujarat which includes Ahmedabad, Dhola Vira,
Rajkot, Dwaraka, Porbunder, Somnath, Girnar and Palitana
• The fourth is the South Indian circuit that covers Chennai, Mahabalipuram,
Kanchipuram,Thiruvannamalai, Ginjee and Pondicherry
• The fifth is the Kerala circuit which covers Palghat, Kochi, Kottayam, the backwaters in
Kumarakom and Trivandrum
• The sixth circuit is the north-eastern circuit which includes Guwahati, Kaziranga, Shillong
and Tawag
1.10 Benefits of tourism
• Increase in employment
• Stimulation of business activity
• Increase in business diversity
• Increase in taxes collected
• Increase in sale of goods and services
• Increase in community pride and concern for community history, culture, attractions and
artifacts
• Conservation or restoration of historic sites or attractions
• Conservation of natural resources as a tourist attraction.
1.11 Costs of tourism
• Increase in use of sewer and water systems, requiring further development of the
community infrastructure
• Increase in costs of maintenance and repairs of the community infrastructure
• Increase in number of people and vehicles, resulting in congestion
• Shifts in the pace of community’s cultural and social life, as well as the community’s
structure
• New or increased expenses related to promotions, advertising and marketing
• New or increased investment costs incurred by the community
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1.12 State Tourism Policy
The tourism policy of the state aims at achieving a planned growth in tourism, generating
employment, protecting natural & cultural resources in an ecologically sustainable manner and
promoting arts & handicrafts of different regions in the State. It has entrusted all commercial &
promotional activities to Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC), which has
identified four thrust areas having highest tourism potential. These are Ajantha-Ellora,
Elephanta, Sindhudurg district and Lonar crater. MTDC is also taking initiative in developing
Forest tourism.
The state has formulated and adopted a policy for tourism development (1993) in consultation
with the representative of the travel trade, travel writers and Central govt. agencies.
1.12.1 Objectives of the Maharashtra tourism policy
(a) Bring about planned tourism growth with the help of experts and local participation
(b) Disseminate information on tourism attractions and provide visitors with an enriching
experience
(c) Upgrade existing tourism facilities
(d) Provide tourism facilities of international standards in select areas
(e) Provide facilities for youth and budget tourists
(f) Provide recreational facilities near major business, industrial and urban centers
(g) Earn more foreign exchange for the country
(h) Generate employment, especially in the interior areas of the state
(i) Protect its natural and cultural resources with integrated development in an ecologically
sustainable manner
(j) Promote its arts and crafts including handicrafts and handlooms and folk arts.
1.12.2 Role of state govt. in tourism development
1. The state government will function as a catalyst and confine its efforts to infrastructure
development, dissemination of information and coordination of sectoral activities to
create conditions for attracting substantial private sector investment in the tourism sector.
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2. It is not the job of state agencies to run hotels and tourist buses and gradually the state
will withdraw from such operations and hand them over to the professionals in the
tourism industry.
3. The state will also provide fiscal incentives, assist in providing suitable sites and remove
bottlenecks, especially those connected with infrastructure development.
4. The state accords high priority to manpower development and protection of the interests
of the tourists. It will set up or assist in setting up training institutions and suitable
systems for ensuring quality control in tourism services.
5. It will encourage more active participation of voluntary groups and the associations of
hoteliers, the travel trade and tour operators in ensuring that tourists are provided a fair
deal.
6. The state will ensure that its natural and cultural resources will be enhanced with the help
of tourism activities and nothing that disturbs the ecological balance will be permitted.
7. Maharashtra tourism development corporation (MTDC) has been established under
companies act for systematic development of tourism. The corporation receives from the
state government financial assistance in the form of share capital contribution. The state
government has entrusted all commercial and promotional tourism activities to this
corporation.
8. MTDC supplements its resources through institutional finance. Government gives grant
in aid to the Directorate of tourism. In an effort to tap the tourism potential, Govt. of
India has identified certain thrust areas as shown below:
1. Restoration and balanced development of National heritage projects of cultural,
historical and tourist importance
2. Attracting tourists both domestic as well as international; and
3. Development of selected tourist sports popular with tourists
Four areas having the highest tourism potential in the state have been identified for infrastructure
development on priority basis. These are known as ‘A’ category tourist places and consist of
Ajantha-Ellora, Elephanta, Sindhudurg district and Lonar, which is one of the five
meteorite craters in the world. These destinations are of national and international significance.
There are 36 other identified destinations, which can be said to have state-wide significance.
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These are known as B category tourist places. The rest of the state has been placed in C category
and has local tourism potential. The commitment of efforts and resources for infrastructure
development reflect the perception inherent in the categorization.
1.12.3 Investment policy
The government has declared its policy of encouraging private investments in the tourism sector.
The main planks of this policy are:
1. To welcome private investment in creating both tourist facilities, as well as related
infrastructure
2. To encourage transfer of technology in tourism related industry
3. To have a flexible policy on joint ventures and terms for Build Operate and own or transfer
models.
The government of India has liberalized its policy for investment in hotel and tourism related
projects by foreign investors and non-resident Indians. This is permitted with or without
repatriation rights depending on the extent of participation and nature of industry. Foreign tie-ups
for marketing are freely considered for hotel projects.
1.12.4 Incentives
The govt. of Maharashtra announced a policy of incentives in 1999 for new tourism projects and
expansion of the existing projects, which was withdrawn. The type of incentives included total
tax exemption for a certain period (sales tax, luxury tax, entertainment tax/amusement tax, stamp
duty) and supply of electricity at industrial rates. The special package for Sindhudurg district
provided for 50% concession on available govt. land and no increase in water and electricity
tariff for a period of 10 years.
1.12.5 Development Regulations in Maharashtra
All development and building activity is regulated under the Maharashtra Regional and Town
planning Act, 1966. The government of Maharashtra has also issued Development control
regulations under this act. The government has also laid guidelines for the conversion of No
Development zone (NDZ) into Tourism Development zones (TDZ). Subject to certain
restrictions, land currently designated as NDZ may be converted to TDZ with some floor space
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index (FSI) permitted for construction. For example, for plots currently designated NDZ, which
are larger than 10 hectare, 2 hectare (i.e. one fifth) of the area can be converted to TDZ. On the
TDZ area, 0.5 FSI (i.e. 1 hectare) will be permitted for development.
Land not specifically designated as NDZ but reserved in the regional plans for parks, recreation
etc., will also be allowed to be developed if they are particularly significant from the tourism
point of view. Here, 15% of the total area will be allowed for development with 0.20 FSI.
1.12.6 Travel Circuits and Destinations / Attractions
Maharashtra has to offer a large variety of tourist attractions to meet different category of
tourists. The different type of tourist attractions spread all over the Maharashtra State can be
grouped as under:
a. Hill Stations.
b. Pilgrimage.
c. Heritage.
d. Eco-tourism.
e. Beach.
b. Adventure tourism
c. Education tourism
d. Wildlife tourism
e. Health (Medical) tourism
f. Cultural tourism
g. Rural(village) Tourism
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 22:: GGEENNEERRAALL DDEESSCCRRIIPPTTIIOONN OOFF DDIISSTTRRIICCTT
This chapter deals with the Reconnaissance survey of the district in terms of -
geographical, social, political and economical characteristics. It also covers the Study of
situational analysis – Existing socio-economic, industrial, historical, demographic profile of
the district etc.
2.0 Brief of Amravati District
Amravati district is a district of Maharashtra state in central India. Amravati town is the
administrative headquarters of the district. The district is situated between 20°32' and 21°46'
north latitudes and 76°37' and 78°27' east longitudes. The district occupies an area of 12,235 km²
and population of 2,887,826 by census 2011. This district in the Nagpur Division is situated right
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in the centre of the northern border of the Maharashtra State. The district is bounded by Betul
District of Madhya Pradesh state to the north, and by the Maharashtra districts of Nagpur to the
northeast, Wardha to the east, Yavatmal to the south, Washim to the southwest,
and Akola and Buldhana districts to the west. The name of the district is taken from that of the
headquarters' town and is said to have been derived from the temple of Ambadevi situated there.
The name Amravati meaning the abode of Immortals may also be traced from its association
with Lord Krishna.
Figure 2.1: Map of Maharashtra and Amravati District
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Figure 2.1: Detail Map of Amravati District
2.1 District’s Special Characters
1. The district is endowed with a rich variety of tourist attractions- ancient temples, scenic
hill resorts, thick forests and varied wild life, hospitable people and colorful fairs and
festivals.
2. The prominent hill range in the district is the Gawilgad hills which are located in the
north-west of the district in Melghat and Chikhaldara tahsils. The crests of the range
attain an average elevation of about 1000 meters, the highest point being vairat at a height
of 1,177.75 meters.
3. The Wardha River forms the eastern boundary of the district, and the eastern portion of
the district lies within its watershed. The Purna River drains the southwestern portion of
the district, while the northwest is drained by the Tapti River.
4. Amravati is the main growing region for the Ellachipur Sanman Chili pepper.
5. Amravati is a large centre for cotton trade where cotton is assembled from the adjoining
districts as well. The cotton is sent to places all over the country and mainly to the textile
centres of Bombay, Solapur, Madras and Ahmedabad.
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6. The percentage of the forest area to total area in the district is 30.43%, and is unevenly
distributed. Amravati has the distinction of having one third of its geographical areas
under forest cover amounting to about 3.96 lakh hectare area.
7. Apart from the agricultural products, the district is famous for its orange fruit plantations.
There is great demand for oranges from the district of Maharashtra as well as from
outside the state.
2.2. Travel to Amravati District
2.2.1 AIRWAY
Presently air –connection is available at Nagpur 190km from Amravati. Amravati Airport is located at
Belora, 15 kilometers South of Amravati on NH-6 towards Akola is not used for commercial
purposes. It also has a helipad facility. Regarding Amravati airport, Govt. of Maharashtra has
approved the proposal for developing this airport in the month of February 2009. MADC is in the process
of the developing the same.
2.2.2 RAILWAYS.
Important railway stations are Badnera and Amravati under Bhusawal-Badnera Section
of Bhusawal Division of Central Railway. The other stations under meter gauge are Wan Road
Dhulghat and Dabka. These are under Purna - Khandwa Section of South Central Railway. The
stations under narrow gauge are Daryapur, Anjangaon Surji and Achalpur under Narrow Gauge
Branch lines viz Murtajapur-Achalpur of Bhusawal Division of Central Railway.
2.2. 3 ROADS
Bombay-Dhulia-Nagpur Road. (NH6) -----This is the only national highway passing through
Amravati district. Leaving Nagpur and crossing Wardha district, it enters the eastern border of
Amravati district at 105.20 kilometers (mile 65/3) where it crosses the Wardha River over a well-
built bridge. It runs through the entire length of the district.
There are six state highways in Amravati, viz.
(i) Amravati-Pandhurna road,
(ii) Burhanpur-Amravati-Chanda road,
(iii) Akot-Betul road,
(iv) Dhamangaon-Yeotmal road,
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(v) Amravati-Chandur Railway road and
(vi) Multai-Wardha road.
Figure 2.1: Amravati District Railway map
2.3 Historical Background of Amravati District
The history of the Amravati District which contains both the ancient and the modern capitals of
Berar, is to a great extent that of the province itself.
In 1853, the present-day territory of Amravati district as a part of Berar Province was assigned to
the British East India Company, following a treaty with the Nizam of Hyderabad. After the Company
took over the administration of the province, it was divided into two districts- South Berar with
its headquarters at Hingoli with neighboring region restored to the Nizam and North Berar was
reconstituted into East Berar with headquarters at Akola. The present-day territory of the district
became part of North Berar district, with headquarters at Buldana.
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Figure 2.1: Amravati District Road map
Later, the province was reconstituted and the territory of the present district became part of East
Berar district, with headquarters at Amravati. In 1864, Yavatmal District (initially known as
Southeast Berar district and later Wun district) was separated. In 1867, Ellichpur District was
separated but in August, 1905, when the whole province was reorganized into six districts, it was
again merged into the district. In 1903, it became part of the newly constituted province
of Central Provinces and Berar. In 1956, Amravati district became part of Bombay State and
after its bifurcation in 1960 it became part of Maharashtra state.
The remains of Gawilgad fort and few buildings in Ellichpur are of archaeological importance.
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2.4. Climate
The climate of this district is characterized by a hot and humid, but in winter it is comparatively
cool. The year may be divided into four periods.
1. The winter (December to February),
2. The summer (March to May),
3. The south-west monsoon season (June to September) and
4. The post-monsoon period (October to November).
Climatically the district is hot and humid, but in winter it is comparatively cool. The maximum
temperature reached 44.5 deg.C. And the minimum temperature was 12.4 deg C. Amravati
district receives rainfall from south westerly monsoons mainly in the months of June, July,
August and September. July and August are the months during which the maximum rainfall as
well as maximum continuous rainfall. And it receives minimum rainfall during the year 2007 In
Amravati 246.00 MM and maximum rainfall in Chikhaldara i.e. 1796.42MM.
Table 2.1 the overall climatic picture Geographical location 20°56′N 77°45′E
☼Maximum temperature 46.70 The hottest months are March to June
☻Minimum temperature 5.00 Coolest months are from December to February
Average annual rainfall 812.8 mm
2.4.1 Rainfall
Amravati district receives rainfall from south westerly monsoons mainly in the months of June,
July, August and September. July and August are the months during which the maximum rainfall
as well as maximum continuous rainfall. (Maximum rainfall in Amravati - 246.00 MM and
Chikhaldara i.e. 1796.42MM.). The rainfall generally increases from the south-west towards the
north-east of the district and July being the rainiest month.
2.4.2 Temperature
The maximum temperature reached 44.5 deg.C. And the minimum temperature was 12.4 deg C.
After October, temperature decreases progressively till December which is the coldest month. In
the wake of western disturbances which move across North India in the winter months, cold
waves affect the district at times and the night temperatures may go down to 5° or 6°C.
Temperatures rise rapidly after February till May which is the hottest month of the year. The heat
in the summer season is severe during the day, the nights being comparatively cooler. The
afternoon heat is sometimes relieved by thundershowers. With the arrival of the south-west
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monsoon by about mid-June there is an appreciable drop in day temperature and the weather
becomes pleasant. After the end of September when the south-west monsoon withdraws, the day
temperatures increase slightly and there is a secondary maximum of temperature in October. The
night temperature, however, decreases progressively after September.
2.4.3 Humidity
Except during the monsoon season when the humidity is high, the air is generally dry. The
summer months are the driest.
2.5 Demography
According to the 2011 census Amravati district has a population of 2,887,826. The district has a
population density of 237 inhabitants per square kilometer (610 /sq mi). Its population growth
rate over the decade 2001-2011 was 10.77 %. Amravati has a sex ratio of 947 females for every
1000 males, and a literacy rate of 88.23 %.
Table 2.2: The decadal population growth of Amravati district S.No Year Population Growth
1. 2001 2 ,607,160 18.50%
2. 2011 2887826 10.77%
Table 2.3: The decadal population growth of the town s Sr. no.
Taluka name Population (1991)
Population (2001)
Population (2011)
1 Amravati 534,986 678,192 787,056 2 Morshi 154,373 170,891 182,126 3 Warud 182,464 211,113 224,239 4 Tiosa 124,028 98,071 104,545 5 Chandur Rly. 161,622 90,645 96,913 6 Nandgaon Khandeshwar 108,357 124,604 129,587 7 Bhatkuli 99,654 108,623 113,479 8 Daryapur 140,767 162,230 174,998 9 Anjangaon Surji 131,535 150,348 161,090 10 Dharni 113,464 147,086 187,064 11 Chikhaldara 76,136 95,561 118,659 12 Achalpur 211,400 252,513 279,030 13 Chandur Bazaar 161,271 190,179 195,909 14 Dhamangaon Rly. 127,068 133,131 15 Total population of Amravati
district 2,200,057 2,607,160 2,887,826
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2.5.1 Sex Ratio
The current sex ratio (female population per 1000 male population) in Amravati District is 947.
There is rise in the sex ratio which is 938 in 2001.
Table 2.4 Decadal Sex Ratio
Table 2.5: Sex Ration In Different Talukas Of Amravati District
Amravati district Decadal sex ratio
Sr. no. Taluka name (1991) (2001) (2011)
1 Amravati 919 932 951 2 Morshi 935 939 943 3 Warud 932 938 948 4 Tiosa 939 938 945 5 Chandur Rly. 945 936 950 6 Nandgaon Khandeshwar 950 942 941 7 Bhatkuli 953 948 951 8 Daryapur 954 940 950 9 Anjangaon Surji 937 932 939 10 Dharni 951 962 958 11 Chikhaldara 938 952 957 12 Achalpur 943 932 937 13 Chandur Bazaar 933 932 944 14 Dhamangaon Rly. 938 949 15 Total Decadal sex ratio
of Amravati district 936 938 947
Figure 0-1: Sex Ratio
Source: Census of India, 2011,2001
Year female population /1000 male
2001 938
2011 947
Source : Census of India - 1991,2001
930
935
940
945
950
2001 2011
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2.5.2 Literacy Rate
Amravati District has an average literacy rate of 88.23 %, with male literacy of 92.70% and
female literacy of 83.52 %.
Table 2.6 Literacy Rate 2001- 2011 YEAR Type Total Population (%) Male (%) Female (%)
2001 Amravati District 82.54 88.91 75.73
2011 Amravati District 88.23 92.70 83.52
(Source: Census 2011, 2001)
According to the 2001 census the literacy rate of the district was 82.50% with 88.90% and
75.70% of males and females were literate respectively. Tahsil-wise position of literacy rate is
given in the table-
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Table 2.7 : Literacy in Urban/Rural Amravati district in % Amravati district Literacy rate(1991) Literacy rate(2001) Sr. no.
Taluka name Total Population (%)
Rural (%)
Urban (%) Total Population (%)
Rural (%) Urban (%)
1 Amravati 79.02 67.02 82.13 88.20 81.80 89.70 2 Morshi 71.41 69.38 80.32 83.70 82.60 88.10 3 Warud 69.11 66.01 78.17 80.60 78.20 86.50 4 Tiosa 69.34 69.34 ‐ 83.40 83.40. ‐ 5 Chandur Rly. 68.68 65.83 78.95 88.70 79.10 87.30 6 Nandgaon
Khandeshwar 67.50 67.50 ‐ 81.30 81.30 ‐
7 Bhatkuli 70.14 70.14 ‐ 83.00 83.00 ‐ 8 Daryapur 72.11 70.21 78.96 84.10 82.80 89.00 9 Anjangaon Surji 73.46 73.61 73.15 84.60 84.30 85.10 10 Dharni 39.19 39.19 ‐ 62.20 62.20 ‐ 11 Chikhaldara 34.70 32.30 87.37 65.80 64.40 90.40 12 Achalpur 71.10 66.07 77.05 83.20 80.10 87.30 13 Chandur Bazaar 72.86 71.95 81.87 82.80 82.10 89.60 14 Dhamangaon
Rly. 82.00 80.60 88.60
15 District Total 70.06 64.99 80.35 82.54 79.20 88.80
2.5.3 Work Force Participation
The population of the district according to 2011 census was 2,887,826 (2,607,160 – 2001) out of
which 1,482,845 (1,345,614– 2001) were males and 1,404,981 (1,261,546 – 2001) were females.
Density of the population of the district according to 2011 census was 237 (214 – 2001)
persons/sq.kms which is much below the density of Maharashtra state 365 (315 – 2001)
persons/sq.kms. The Workforce Participation Rate (WPR) observed for Amravati district is
(29.56%)
Table 2.8: Work Force Participation of Amravati District 2001 Distribution of main workers
Percentage % (1991)
Total working population in 2001 Percentage
Male Female
Cultivators 21.53 185644 20.437 144235 41409
Agricultural laborers 52.43 428625 47.187 248368 180257
Other Services 24.74 279493 30.769 245144 34349
Household industries 1.31 14601 1.607 10362 4239
Total 100 908363 100 648109 260254
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2.5.4 Workers Classification
The percentage of working population is 42.02% in Amravati District. Review of workers
classification for Amravati District revels that in 2001 about 34.48 % of the total population are
main workers. Whereas percentage of marginal workers is 7.18% in 2001 and Non-workers
population is 57.98%.
Table 2.9: Workers Classification for Amravati District
Workers Classification 1991 2001 % Number %
Main Workers 40.36 908363 34.84 Marginal Workers 4.04 187259 7.18 Non‐Workers 55.60 1511538 57.98 Total working population 44.39% 1095622 42.02%
Source: Census of India, 2001 Table 2.10: Occupational distribution of the population of the district given in table
Table 2.11: Occupational distribution of Population
Sr. No. Category Rural population Urban population Total population
1 Cultivators 173915 11729 185644
2 Agricultural laborers 388613 40012 428625
3
Workers in industry apart from household industry , repair and service 8711
5890 14601
4 Other workers 85058 194435 279493
5 Total main workers 656297 252066 908363
6 Total partial workers 159877 27382 187259
2.6 Administrative Divisions
The district consists of six sub-divisions, which are further divided into 14 talukas. Amravati
sub-division is divided into three talukas: Amravati, Bhatukali and Nandgaon Khandeshwar.
Daryapur sub-division is further divided into two talukas: Daryapur and Anjangaon. Achalpur
sub-division also consists of two talukas: Achalpur and Chandur Bazaar. Morshi sub-division has
also two talukas: Morshi and Warud. Dharni sub-division is also divided into two talukas: Dharni
and Chikhaldara. Finally, Chandur (Railway) sub-division is divided into three taulkas: Chandur
(Railway), Tiosa and Dhamangaon.
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There are eight Vidhan Sabha constituencies in this district. Six of these, Badnera, Amravati,
Tiosa, Daryapur (SC), Melghat (ST) and Achalpur are part of Amravati Lok Sabha constituency.
The other two constituencies, Dhamangaon Railway and Morshi are part of Wardha Lok Sabha
constituency.
2.6.1 Major towns
Chandur railway, Dhamangaon Railway, Achalpur, Anjangaon Surji, Ambada (Morshi),
Chikhaldara, Warud, Morshi, Shendurjana Ghat, Chandurbazar, Paratwada, Daryapur, Nandgaon
Khandeshwar, Badnera, Dharni, Tivasa, Ashtgaon.
Sub-Divisions Talukas within the sub-division
Amravati Amravati, Bhatukali and Nandgaon Khandeshwar
Daryapur Daryapur and Anjangaon
Amravati Amravati, Bhatukali and Nandgaon Khandeshwar
Daryapur Daryapur and Anjangaon
Achalpur Achalpur and Chandur Bazaar
Morshi Morshi and Warud
Dharni Dharni and Chikhaldara
Chandur (Rly) Chandur (Rly), Tiosa and Dhamangaon
Amravati district has 1996 villages out of which 1681 villages are inhabited and 315
villages are uninhabited. The rural population is distributed among 1681 inhabited villages in 14
tahsils. The Urban population is distributed among 11 units of which one is Municipal
Corporation and other ten are municipal towns.
Table 2.11 Administrative units of Amravati district S. No. Tahsils Blocks Towns (medium) Area in Sq.KM Status
1 Achalpur Achalpur Achalpur 16.54 M
2 Amravati Amravati Amravati 121.65 Municipal Corp.
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3 Anjangaon Anjangaon Anjangaon 2.86 M
4 Chandur Chandur Chandur 2.56 M
5 Chandurbazar Chandurbazar Chandurbazar 1.98 M
6 Chikhaldara Chikhaldara Chikhaldara 3.94 M
7 Daryapur Banosa Daryapur Banosa Daryapur Banosa 3.50 M
8 Dattapur
Dhamangaon
Chandur Railway Chandur Railway 3.11 M
9 Morshi Morshi Morshi 5.93 M
10 Shendurjana Warud Shendurjana 1.92 M
11 Warud Warud Warud 1.92 M
Total Area 165.91
Table 2.12: Demographic details of Amravati district
Year Population Decadal
Growth Rate
SC
ST DENSITY
P/SqKm
URBAN RURAL
1991 2,200,057 18.19% 3,84,499 3,16,448 180 32.59% 67.40%
2001 2,606,063 18.45% 4,46,623 3,56,533 213 65.49% 34.50%
2011 2,887,826 10.77% 237
Source: Census of India,
2.7 Languages
Vernaculars include Bhalay, spoken by about 9000 in the district
2.8 Education in Amravati District
To exploit the resources, one needs the services of technically qualified and skilled persons. The
district is having a good number of educational institutions. Amravati district is well known for
its educational facilities. The district gets inspiration from its great sons Shri GadageBaba, Saint
Tukadoji Maharaj, and Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh who brought about a revolution in the field of
education. Established on the 1st of May 1983, Amravati University has a lion's share in its
contribution to the educational development of Vidarbha. Amravati University covers five major
districts in Vidarbha viz. Amravati, Akola, Yeotmal, Buldhana, and Washim. There are affiliated
180 colleges, 22 postgraduate departments and one College of Education run by the University.
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At the heart of the Amravati city is the oldest and famous government institute known as
the King Edwards College Govt. Vidarbha Institute of Science And Humanities, formerly known
as Vidarbha Mahavidyalaya, before which was known as King Edward College. It is the only
government college serving Amravati with maximum branches for Humanities at the
undergraduate and post-graduate level. The college has several renowned alumni. The institute
has over 500 teaching and non-teaching staff, the maximum in any college under Amravati
University.
Renowned educationalist and former Agricultural Minister of India, Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh is
the founder of Vidharbha’s largest Shivaji Education society. More than 265 educational
institutes are under the management of Shivaji Education Society, providing great contribution in
the field of education especially in rural area.
2.8.1 Education and Awareness
Amravati has emerged as a major educational center in Central India offering many majors
including medical and engineering courses. It has renowned colleges like Sant Gadge Baba
Amravati University, Government College of Pharmacy, Government College of Engineering,
Amravati, and Government Polytechnic Amravati. V.Y.W.S.'s Prof. Ram Meghe Institute of
Technology & Research is located at Badnera and Prof Ram Meghe College of Engineering and
Management also located at Badnera. It had a C-DAC center with Super Computer in it. New
engineering colleges sprang up in past few years including HVPM's Engg College and the Sipna
College of Engg and Technology.
A Nature Education and Interpretation Centre have been established at Semadoh. Around 50
thousand people visit this centre annually. Two orientation centres at Akot and Harisal, and an
interpretation centre at Amravati are also planned. Besides this other colleges and education
institutions are as under:-
Engineering colleges
• P. R. Patil Group of Educational Institutes • Government College of Engineering, Amravati • Sipna Shikshan Prasarak Mandals College Of Engineering Amravati • College Of Engineering Badnera, Amravati • HVPM College Of Engineering, Amravati • Ibss College of Engineering, Amravati
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Polytechnic college • Government Polytechnic Amravati • Panjab Rao Deshmukh Polytechnic Shivaji Nagar Amravati • Dr. Rajendra Gode Polytechnic Amravati • P. R. Pote (Patil) Polytechnic Amravati • Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Polytechnic Amravati • Dr. Ram Meghe Polytechnic Amravati • G. H. Raisoni Polytechnic, Amravati
Other colleges • Shri. Ramkrishna Krida Vidhyalaya and College • Bhartiya Mahavidhyalaya • Vidarbha Maha Vidhyalaya (VMV) College • Shri Shivaji Science and Arts College • Brijlal Biyani Science College • G. S. Tompe Arts, Commerce & Science College, Chandur-Bazaar • Rural Institute, Amravati • Shri. Shivaji College of Agriculture Biotechnology • Government College of Pharmacy, Katora Naka, Amravati • Dr Gopalrao Khedkar Mahavidyalaya Khed.
Medical colleges • Panjabrao Deshmukh Memorial Medical College • Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial institute of Homeopathic Medical Sciences
Non-government organization
• Template: Gandhian Organization for Development. President-Shri. Malhar M. Gawande, Secretary-Prof. Mangesh R. Adgokar.
The NGO helps the poor and needy students to complete their education. It organizes the various
camps, awareness programme in Melghat area.
Even though the district has good educational facilities and good number of qualified persons is
available in the district, the problem of un-employment is still haunting the educated youth.
These are two reasons for the growing unemployment, one is the inclination of the educated
youth towards govt. jobs which limits job opportunity while the second reasons the private sector
is yet to develop fully as far as the enterprises activities are concerned. The live register of
information and guidance bureau of Amravati district throws some light on the qualified and
technically skilled persons who are unemployed.
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Table 2.13: District’s Educational Organization And Intake Section Organization Intake Higher education 90 22820 Medical education 10 545 Technical education 69 11907 Commerce education 533 24110 Total 699 59302
Out of total student 9963 (55%) are art students, 3985 (22%) are commerce students, 2136 (11%)
are science students, 581 (4%) are law and legal studies and 1450 (8%) are students from
education (B.ED/D.ED)
So, total 59302 skilled students are graduated in a year which can explore their career in
tourism industry.
Other educational streams are proposed they are physio-therapy, Occupational therapy,
Prosthetics and Orthotics & BASLP, etc.
Other colleges and course offered under UGC Career Orientation Programmed educations which
are directly or indirectly related to the tourism industry:
Table 2.14: Colleges in Amravati District Sr. no. College name Education 1 Vidyabharti Mahavidyalay, Amravati Electronic Instrumentation 2 Women College, Amravati Communicative skill in English 3 R.R. Lahoti science college, Morshi Water quality and Soil testing 4 Vidyabharti Mahavidyalay, Morshi Marketing & salesmanship / insurance 5 Art, Commerce, Science college,
Chikhaldara Quality control of Petroleum and Petrochemical Product Apiculture
6 Shrimati Radhabai Sarda college, Anjangaon Surji
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7 G.C. Tompe college, Chandurbazar Rural handicraft / health club management
8 Govt. Gyaanvigyaan Organization Bio‐informatics Communication skill
Clinical psychology Biotechnology Fashion designing
Cultural Education: The Vidarbha Sangeet Vidyalaya, Amravati, is a private-aided institution under the direct control of the Social Welfare Department of the Amravati Zilla Parishad. It conducts courses of five years' duration leading to Sangeet Visharad and 7 years' period leading to Sangeet Alankar.
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In 2006 the Ministry of Panchayati Raj named Amravati one of the country's 250 most backward
districts (out of a total of 640). It is one of the twelve districts in Maharashtra currently receiving
funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme (BRGF).
2.10.1 Cottage Industries
The main centre of weaving was at Achalpur City, Anjangaon-Surji and Kholapur (near
Amravati). The industries were both urban and rural in character. The urban handicrafts included
quality textiles and other luxury goods for the aristocracy. The important cottage industries in the
district are handloom weaving, tanning and leather working, brick, tiles, pottery making,
dyeing and printing, fruit juice processing, bamboo and cane working and oil-pressing. Co-
operative societies of the cottage workers are formed at many places.
1. Handloom Weaving
Handloom-weaving is the premier cottage industry of the district with a long tradition. The rich
cotton growing district of Amravati has always been an important centre of handloom- weaving.
The largest centre of cotton weaving was and still is Ellichpur (Achalpur), Kholapur and
Anjangaon were known for silk weaving. Handloom-weaving is commonly undertaken
throughout the district. The industry, however, is found to be localized particularly at Achalpur,
Daryapur, Anjangaon, Nerpingalai, Shendurjanaghat and Pusla, etc.
The cotton ginning and pressing ranked first in the district. The most important manufacture of
the district was cotton yarn and cloth produced by the mills at Badnera. Yarn and all kinds of
woven goods, both of Indian and European design and of a durable variety including dhotis,
pagris, uasotis, napkins, handkerchiefs and table-cloths, long-cloth, chaddars and yarn
were manufactured. So there are number of hand-weaving establishments
Handloom-weaving is also suited for cloth interwoven with gold and silver thread and cloth with
multicolored and delicate designs. Most of the cloth produced is of a coarse variety and is sold in
the local market. Finer products of handlooms are costly. Carpets produced at Achalpur are a
specialty and are in good demand.
2. Wool-Weaving: The industry mostly produced coarse country blankets. 3. Pottery:
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Achalpur, Chandur Railway and Amravati tahsils, as the clay found in the river beds serves as an
excellent raw material for pottery as well as for bricklaying. The village potter makes the
traditional village pottery like gadgis, madakis, ranjan (round earthen pots) and thalis (dishes)
and earthen toys. This has a very good scope which can be involved in village tourism.
4. Basket Making
Bamboos which grow in abundance in the forests of the district are mainly used for making these
articles. It is used in day to day activity from household, agriculture, medicine, handicraft,
construction and in religious program of community.
Basket-making is a hereditary occupation of the burud community. They make supas
(winnowing fans) and topalis, duradis, rovalis and Karandis.
Bamboo festival – people of this area has great importance in their religious as well as social
gatherings. Bamboo stick festival is famous in their community.
All the above articles are used in the souvenir shop at tourist places as well as research and training centre
can be provided at such location so as to maintain and enhance the skills
of local craftsman.
5.Kumkum-Making Industry
Kumkum-making could be regarded as a unique and distinguishing industry of Amravati district.
The units produced kumkum (vermilion), lobhan (a kind of frankincense), gulal (red powder),
bukka (black scented powder), sindoor (a product of red lead) and hingool (red oxide of
mercury). The products were marketed in Bombay, Calcutta, Delhi, Banaras, Kanpur, Nagpur
and other places. The process of the production of these items can be used for tourism purpose.
2.10.2 Agriculture
The total geographical area of the district is 1221 Th. hectares out of which Net Sown area is
about 782Th. hectares and 57 Th. hectares area is under Fallow Land.
Land Use Pattern: The gross area under cultivation was 770429hectares during the year 2004-05.
The land utilization pattern of the district is given in table. Amravati is the main growing region
for the Ellachipur Sanman Chili pepper.
Cropping pattern different crops reveal that all of the total geographical area of the district
(1221753 Hec.) about 2332 hundred hec. of land is under Cotton followed by Mung, Tur, Gram,
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Soyabean and Jwar with 408, 643, 392, 448 & 806 hundred hec respectively of land being
utilized for growing. The other major contribution area Rice, Wheat, Orange etc but cotton
occupies a major portion of land with 2332 hundred hectares under this crop.
Table 2.15: Land Utilisation in Amravati District s. no. Details Area in hectare 1 Total Geographic area 1221 2 Net Sown area 782 3 Forest land 3824 4 Fallow land 57 5 Land not available for cultivation 28 6 Other land 11 7 Area under HYV seeds 656
2.10.3 Dairy Development
Though livestock population in the district is very high, the number of milk cattle is less. As per
survey conducted by Animal Husbandry Department, the total milk production was 3968.31
thousand liters in the district during the year 2007-08 were purchased. There are 5 chilling plants
existing in the district having capacity of 70 thousands liters.
Table 2.16: Number of Chilling Plants and Capacity in Amravati District s. no. Place of Chilling Plant Capacity ( in liters) 1 Amravati 50000 2 Morshi 5000 3 Chikhaldara 5000 4 Achalpur 5000 5 Chandur Rly. 5000 Total 70000
Table 2.17: the power supply to major towns in the Amravati district
Sr.no city Sub center
33 KV supply
11 kV supply
Rohitra Proposed expenditure
Information of technical knowledge
1 Amravati 5 31 57 183 40.23 Information regarding Technical knowledge of high pressure consumers and reading of Rohitra meter will be done together and will be done together and controlled
2 Warud 1 0.09 13 22 3.85 3 Daryapur 1 2 6 10 9.31 4 Achalpur 2 15.50 13.50 30 12.26
5 Anjangaon 1 5.5 2 8 5.71 6 Morshi 1 0.09 9 12 4.56 Total 9 54.18 100.5 265 75.92
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2.11 Electrification
The current status of power supply to Amravati districts is moderate. The power supply to major towns of the district is given in table 2.17
2.12 Road Network
Table 2.18: Amravati district road length and its percentage:
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Road hierarchy Existing Length (km) Road percentage Tar Kutcha Total
length Unfinished road
Total length
Tar Kutcha
1 National highway
74.20 0.00 74.20 0.00 74.20 100 ‐
2 Major state highway
294.20 0.00 294.20 0.00 294.20 100 ‐
3 State highway 1124.80 29.50 1154.30 0.00 1154.30 97.44 2.56 4 Major district
road 1226.90 106.40 1333.30 10.10 1343.40 92.08 7.92
5 Other district road
732.60 429.65 1162.25 39.50 1201.75 63.03 36.97
6 Rural road 877.25 1108.23 1985.48 250.03 2235.51 88.81 11.18 Total 4329.95 1673.78 6003.73 299.63 6303.36 95.25 4.75
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Table 2.19: Hierarchy of road and length of Tar road:
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Road hierarchy 4 lane Tar road
3 lane Tar road
2 lane Tar road
5.5 m wide Tar road
3.75 m wide Tar road
Less than 3.75 m wide Tar road
Total tar road length (km)
1 National highway
34.40 39.80 387.21 649.36 308.23 0.00 1419.00
2 Major state highway
0.00 0.00 0.00 212.60 1002.90 11.40 1226.90
3 Other district road
0.00 0.00 0.00 4.20 722.40 6.00 732.60
4 Rural road 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.61 0.00 874.64 877.25
Table 2.20: Hierarchy of road and length of unfinished road:
Sr. no.
Road hierarchy 4 lane Tar road
3 lane Tar road
2 lane Tar road
5.5 m wide Tar road
3.75 m wide Tar road
Less than 3.75 m wide Tar road
Total tar road length (km)
1 State highway 0.00 29.50 0.00 29.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 2 Main state
highway 0.00 106.40 0.00 106.40 10.10 0.00 10.10
3 Other district road
0.00 429.65 0.00 429.65 39.50 6.00 39.50
4 Rural road 0.00 0.00 1108.23 1108.23 0.00 250.03 250.03
2.13 Political and Cultural Characteristics
2.13.1 Political Importance
1. The first woman President of India (2007-2012), Smt. Pratibha tai Patil
belongs to Amravati. She joined the Indian National Congress (Congress Party)
and entered politics in 1962 as a member of the Maharashtra legislative
assembly. While there, she held the portfolio of public health and social welfare
and distinguished herself for her loyalty to her party. In 1985 she won a seat in the Rajya Sabha
(upper chamber of the Indian parliament), and she served as deputy chairman of that body from
1986 to 1988. Patil left the upper house in 1990 and was elected to represent Amravati in the Lok
Sabha (lower house) in 1991. She briefly retired from politics after completing her five-year term
but returned to public service in 2004 when she was appointed governor of the northwestern state
of Rajasthan.
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2. The first Finance Minister of independent India Shri Chintamanrao alias C. D. Deshmukh was an
Amravatian.
3. Indian independence freedom fighters such as Rao Bahadur Raghunath Narasinha Mudholkar,
Dadasaheb Khaparde, and Moropant Vishvanath Joshi came from the city.
4. In 1897, the Indian National Congress assembled at Amraoti. It was headed by Chettur Sankaran Nair .
In an address he referred to the high-handedness of foreign administration, called for reforms and asked
for self-government for India with Dominion Status.
5. Freedom fighter Bhagat Singh hid for 3 days in Amravati during his underground stint. He is known to
have frequently visited the Hanuman Akhada (Gym) in this time.
6. The first people to represent an Indian delegation to Britain were Shri Ranganath pant Mudholkar &
Shri Moropant Joshi. Moropant Joshi was 29 years of age at the time.
7. Sir Moropant Vishvanath Joshi, a resident of Amravati, was the first Indian to have held the post of a
Minister in the British Government. He was the Home minister from 1920 to 1925.
8. Amravati is the only city in Maharashtra of which history from 11th Century is available.
9. Dr. Abasaheb@ Gopalrao Khedkar, First President of Maharashtra Pradesh Congress
Committee.
10. K. G. @ Babasaheb Deshmukh, youngest Member of Parliament of first Indian constitution.
11. Barrister Ramrao Deshmukh [1892-1981], prominent politician and academician from
Amravati.
2.13.2 Notable people
Saints
• Shri Sant Gadge Maharaj: was the great hero of 19th century and known for his social services[1876-1956], Social reformer
• Rashtra Sant Tukdoji Maharaj[1900-1968], Social reformer • Paramhanse Adkoji Maharaj • Pardhnyachakshu Shri Gulabrao Maharaj: • Shri Atchut Maharaj • Shri Sant Khapti Maharaj [Miraculous Yogi born in Bagapur village, Chandur
Taluka ](1890-2003) Political activists
• Veer Vamanrao Joshi • Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh[1888-1965], Social reformer, educationist and
Central Agriculture Minister. • Brijlal Biyani • Padmashri Shivajirao Patwardhan • Ramkrushna Suryabhan Gawai (Dadasaheb gawai)
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• Shri B. T. Deshmukh • Dr. Sunil Deshmukh • Ravikumar Rana • Yashomati Thakur
Artists
• Shri Gopal Nilkanth Dandekar [Famous Marathi writer, born at Paratwada in Amravati Dist.] • Shri Suresh Bhat (was popularly known as "Gazal Samrat" or emperor of Gazals) [1932-2003], • Shri Pradeep Choudhary (Mural and Painter from J J School of Arts, Mumbai) • Shri Dhananjaysingh Varma (Painter from J J School of Arts, Mumbai) • Shri Bharat Ganeshpure (A very Famous Marathi movie actor, born at Daryapur, who have acted
in various Marathi movies) • A member of Hanuman Vyayam Prasarak Mandal, Shri Rajesh Muralidhar Mahatma (25 years)
was the first person to enter the "Limca book of records” for his feat of cycling for 24 hours without a pause.
Prominent persons
• R. S. Gavai, Governor of Kerala • Devisingh Shekhawat, Educator and former Mayor of Amravati • Prof. Sukhadeo Thorat, Chairman of UGC • Hemant Kanitkar, Indian cricketer – 1974 • Veer Wamanrao Joshi, Freedom Fighter Bharat Ratna Dadasaheb Khaparde
2.13.3 Dances of Korku
Dance forms an essential part of Korku culture. Everybody from child to old person is trained to
dance. They perform different types of dances in various seasons. They sing their old songs and
dance for hours. During the dance, they sing of their works, of flowers and birds, of bride and
groom, of love and death, and also of very trivial things.
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 33 PPHHYYSSIICCAALL PPRROOFFIILLEE
3.1 Geographical Information
1. From the Geographical point of view Amravati district can be divided into two main
regions Melghat Hilly Areas and 2) the plains or the Payinghat. The prominent hill range
in the district is the Gawilgad hills which are located in the north-west of the district in
Melghat and Chikhaldara tahsils. The crests of the range attain an average elevation of
about 1000 meters, the highest point being vairat at a height of 1,177.75 meters. This is a
well forested region and has steep slopes. The only other range in the district is a low
time of trap hills, lateralized to some extent, rising in the vicinity of Amravati town
extending eastwards for some distance beyond Chandur railway.
2. The plains may be further divided into the following four sub-regions.
2.1 The soil of the district is deep brown to brick red and black cotton soil. Amravati
district is rich with fertile black cotton and alluvial soil.
2.2 The richest tracks are found in valleys of rivers Purna, Wan and Wardha.
2.3 The soil is rich black in Chandurbazar, Morshi, Warud, Achalpur, Daryapur and
Anjangaon Tahsils.
2.4 The pediment belt of light & medium black soils with pebble/boulder zone, with
abundant ground water supplies, sloping away from Satpuda range.
2.5 The region of deep & fertile soils of the South West where the sub-soil water is very
often saline.
2.6 The region of light red & medium black soils is at of Eastern Amravati & Chandur rly.
2.7 Patches of fertile black soil adjoin to Morshi & Warud area.
3.2.Topography
The district of Amravati may be broadly divided into two geographical divisions, the Melghat
hilly area, a highly forested area of the Satpudas and the plains area or the Payinghat below it
traversed by a number of streams flowing southwards from the Satpuda Mountains
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Topography Map Of Amravati District 1
a. Melghat Division
The first division comprises practically the whole of the Melghat tahsil covering 77 per cent
of area is under tropical deciduous forests. This division may be further sub-divided into the
following sub-regions: -
(1) Gawilgad ridge,
(2) The southern forest zone.
(3) The northern forest zone,
(4) Upper Chandrabhaga valley,
(5) The plains of Dharni and Bairagarh, and
(6) The Katkumbh plateau.
The main ridge of the Gawilgad hills runs in an easterly and north-easterly direction
through the southern part of the Melghat tahsil. It enters the district just west of Wan railway
station with the heights of peaks about 750 meters increasing to over 820 meters south of Golai.
About one kilometer northwest of Jhira on the Akot-Koha route it attains an elevation of 1,101
meters. From here it extends as a flat-topped ridge for about four kilometers and after a slight
lowering at the pass, the main ridge continues north of the Shahanur River in a north-easterly
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direction with summit levels of 1,100 meters widening into the Vairat and Chikhaldara plateaus.
Then it continues north of Chikhaldara plateau in a north-westerly direction passing
through Nanagiri to Kukru (1,134 meters) in Betul district beyond the border. The highest
summit on the ridge is Vairat (1,177.75 meters) sanctified by the temple of Vairateshwar. The
flat plateau is able to sustain cultivation and the village of Vairat. Eight miles to the east, is
located the Chikhaldara plateau 16 km. in area and with a population of 118,659 persons (2011)
constituting the town of Melghat. This was one of the two hill stations in the former Central
Provinces, the other being Panchmarhi. After the merger of the Vidarbha region with
Maharashtra, Chikhaldara has been developed as a holiday camp by the State Government.
Chikhaldara consists of a smaller upper plateau in the west, and a larger lower plateau in the east.
The upper plateau is always green with plenty of tree growth but the lower plateau is relatively
bare.
Some three kilometers south of Chikhaldara plateau lay the Gawilgad fort on another
plateau covering an extent of about one sq. km now in ruins. The fort area is surrounded on all
the sides except the north by precipitous slopes. On the north it is connected by a narrow ridge
like feature with the Chikhaldara plateau. Besides Vairat and Chikhaldara, on the plateau of the
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Gawilgad ridge are some smaller villages such as Pastala and Nanagiri. A very remarkable
feature of this ridge is that the descent from the relatively flat summit plateau is by a series of
precipitous slopes one below the other separated by narrow steps of lesser gradients, most
conspicuous on the slopes of the plateau of Vairat, Chikhaldara and Gawilgad fort area. From
this main ridge the land slopes very steeply but irregularly through several minor ridges to the
Amravati plains which begin at an altitude of 450 meters. These steep slopes are covered with
tropical deciduous forests which have a drier appearance in summer than those on the north.
North of the main ridge there is a succession of hills and valleys in a contused pattern clothed
more luxuriantly than the southern part. Here the same deciduous species present a greener
appearance even in summer, being the result of lesser gradients and probably also of the lesser
degree of exposure to the sun from the south during a greater part of the year reducing the
amount of loss of soil moisture by evaporation and of the greater amount of rainfall.
The second geographical division, viz., the Payinghat or the plain area, may be further sub-
divided into the following sub-regions: -
(1) The Piedmont belt of light and medium black soils with abundant ground water supplies, sloping away from the Satpudas; (2) The region of deep and fertile soils of the south-west, where the sub-soil water is very often saline; (3) The regions of light red and medium black soils of Chandur and eastern Amravati; (4) Stretches of fertile black soils adjoining the Wardha in southern Morshi and south-eastern Chandur tahsils.
3.2.1 Hills
The Gawilgad hills, a part of the Satpudas, so named from the fortress situated on one of
the southern spurs, begin near the confluence of the rivers Purna and Tapi in the Nimar district of
Madhya Pradesh and pass through the Melghat tahsil of Amravati district to Betul district of
Madhya Pradesh. In the Melghat the crests of the range attain an average elevation of 1,000
meters, the highest point being Vairat at a height of 1,177.75 meters above sea level, the
Chikhaldara and the Gawilgad plateaus being only slightly lower. The foot hills bordering the
Tapi have a mean height of 500 meters. The hills are composed of the Deccan trap except that in
the south-easterly section along the scarp north and north-east of Achalpur a line of fault has
been responsible for exposing the sedimentary beds from beneath the Deccan trap, the northern
being the up throw side of the fault. Sandstone outcrops are found behind Bairam Ghat village.
The Kashi Talao has been built out of sandstone.
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The only other range is a low line of trap hills, lateralized to some extent, rising in the
vicinity of Amravati town and extending eastwards for some distance beyond Chandur Railway
with a general average height of 50 to 100 meters above the surrounding country, or about 500
meters above sea level. Spurs from these hills extend northwards for some distance; and. the
barrenness of the land around them is in sharp contrast with the general fertility.
3.2.2 Wetland
Total 601 wetlands are mapped including 160 small wetlands (< 2.25 ha) with 22857 ha area.
The district is dominated by manmade wetland types. The reservoir/barrages with 7272 ha
occupy 31.82 % area, followed by the tanks/ponds with 4450 ha (19.47 %). Rivers/ streams
contribute 48.02 %. Details of wetland statistics is given in Table- 3.1. Aquatic vegetation is
significantly more during pre monsoon (1115 ha) than during post monsoon (180 ha). Open
water spread of the wetlands is significantly higher in post monsoon (22651 ha) than during pre
monsoon (6739 ha), indicating the rainfall dependence of the wetlands in the state, particularly
the dryness of rivers is very prominent. Turbidity of open water is mainly low in both the
seasons.
District Geographic Area(sq. km)
Wetland Area(ha) %of total wetland area
% of district geographic area
Amravati 12235 22857 2.25% 1.87% Table 3.1 : Area estimates of wetlands in Amravati ( area in hectare) Sr. No.
Wettcode Wetland Category Number of Wetlands
Total Wetland Area
% of wetland area
Open Water
Post-monsoon Area Pre-monsoon Area 1100 Inland Wetlands - Natural 1 1106 River/Stream 141 10975 48.02 10950 63 1200 Inland Wetlands -Man-made 2 1201 Reservoirs/Barrages 9 7272 31.82 7268 4797 3 1202 Tanks/Ponds 291 4450 19.47 4433 1879 Sub-Total 441 22697 99.30 22651 6739 Wetlands (<2.25 ha),
mainly Tanks 160 160 0.70 - -
Total 601 22857 100.00 22651 6739
Area under Aquatic Vegetation 180 1115 Area under turbidity levels
Low 21429 6129 Moderate 1204 608
High 18 2
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3.2.3 Rivers
Water is one of the main resources essential for the overall socio-economic development of any
region. With the above exceptions the district is an undulating plain of black soil of a fertile type,
its richest tracts being perhaps in the neighborhood of the Wardha and the Purna rivers. It is
watered by a number of streams which rise in the Satpudas in the north. The Wardha River forms
the eastern boundary of the district and the eastern portion of the district for about 80 Kms lies
within its watershed. The Purna River drains the southwestern portion of the district, while the
northwest is drained by the Tapti River.
3.2.3.1 Godavari river basin
The Godavari River flow 1465 kms from its origin to the sea and the river basin extends over an
area of 312,812 km2 (which is 9.5% of the total geographical area of the country). It is a
transboundary river flowing through six states namely, Maharashtra (1,52,199 km2 - 48.65 %);
Andhra Pradesh (73,201 km2 - 23.40 % ); Chhattisgarh (39,087 km2 -12.49 % ); Madhya
Pradesh ( 26,168 km2 -8.63 %); Orissa ( 17,752 km2 - 5.67 %) and Karnataka (4,405 km2 - 1.41
%). The annual rainfall of the basin ranges from 300-600 mm and the annual mean temperatures
– 24- 29.5 oC. The total population in the basin is estimated to be about 60.5 million (2001
census) with a density of 195 / sq.km. 75% of the population is rural and 25% urban based. Of
the total workforce in the basin agriculture dominates with 40%, followed by 30% population
engaged as Agriculture labour and about 30 % work generated from mining sector.
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The resulted in the classification of indices as given in Figure 2, considering the areas ranging
from vulnerable to very highly vulnerable the Godavari basin has about 63.5 % of the area
affected due to the selected five vulnerable components.
Figure 2 shows that among all the districts under Godavari river basin, 4 districts from Maharashtra, 2
from Orissa, one from Madhya Pradesh and one from Karnataka fall under very highly vulnerable
category. Especially, in case of Maharashtra state 77 % of the districts fall under vulnerable to very highly
vulnerable category. The variability is quite large in the districts and the river basin. The districts
especially in the middle and upper parts of the basin are vulnerable to climate change. A major portion of
the basin within the Andhra Pradesh province, except for the delta region, is less vulnerable.
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1. Purna
The Purna, the largest of them rises near Bhainsdehi in Betul district of Madhya Pradesh at a
height of just over 760 meters in the Satpudas and after flowing for some 50 kilometers in a
general southerly and south-easterly direction through the hills enters the district emerging into
the plains, as the district boundary here lies along the base of the hills. It traverses across the
plains of the district in a south-westerly direction dividing it into two halves, first through the
Achalpur tahsil and then along the boundary between the Amravati and Daryapur tahsils. Then it
turns due westwards forming the boundary of the district and continues further to join the Tapti
near Muktainagar in Jalgaon district. The only significant left bank tributary of the Purna is the Pedhi.
The first of the principal right bank tributaries is the Arna. The next is a small river known as the Bodi.
The next tributary, the Chandrabhaga is a very important one, flowing in a general south-westerly
direction to join the Purna. The principal right bank affluent of the Chandrabhaga is the Bhuleshwari. The
westernmost tributary of the Purna of some significance within the district is the Shahanur, with its
tributary, the Bordi.
On the banks of the Purna are found a string of villages beginning from Vishroli near the foot of
the Satpudas and at close intervals of less than 3 kilometers lower down from Deurwada, situated
near the confluence with the Arna. The chief among them are Assegaon, Thugaon and Kholapur.
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2. Pedhi
The only important left bank tributary of the Purna is the Pedhi. It rises in the low hills near
Rithpur and receives a number of small affluent both from the east and the west, the chief on the
west being the Naghira River. The Pedhi flows in a general south-easterly course passing by
Walgaon and Bhatkuli. After crossing the district boundary it turns and flows westwards and
north-westwards to join the Purna at the point where the latter makes a very short sojourn outside
the Amravati district into Akola.
3. Arna
The first of the principal right bank affluent of the Purna is the Arna which emerges from the
Satpuda hills in Betul district and flows in a south and south-easterly direction passing by
Sirasgaon to join the Purna just below Deurwada.
4. Bodi
The next affluent is a small river known as the Bodi River, which after passing by Talegaon joins
the Purna at Rajna.
5. Chandrabhaga
The Chandrabhaga River, a fifth order stream rises from the Chikhaldara hills and flows towards
south. With its affluent, the Pili or Bahramkasand on which is situated the village of Karasgaon,
the Bichan river passing through Paratwada, the Sapan river passing through Achalpur, the
Chandrabhaga river is a very important tributary flowing in a general south-westerly direction
past Wasni, Khallar and Daryapur to join the Purna about a kilometer and a half below Dhamodi.
The river rises just below the Vairat plateau and after receiving a number of small streams
draining the southern slopes of the Chikhaldara plateau and the slopes of the Gawilgad plateau,
flows in an easterly direction in a valley which forms a cultivated tract of about 2 kilometers in
width breaking the continuity of the forested areas on either side. About 2½ km. south-west of
Dhamangaon it turns southwards. The principal right bank affluent of the Chandrabhaga is the
Bhuleshwari River which itself receives the Gangadari River, another Satpuda stream. The
Bhuleshwari passes by Shindi Buzrug and Kokarda and meets the Chandrabhaga near Daryapur
east of Babli.
The groundwater in this area occurs primarily in the hard rocks, within the weathered mantle and
fracture zones of the underlying rocks. Good groundwater potential exists in narrow zones of
unconsolidated deposits along valley fills.
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6. Shahanur.
The westernmost tributary of the Purna of some importance within the district is the Shahanur
River with its affluent, the Bordi. The Shahanur river rises in the Gawilgad hills near Jhira ghat
and after a fairly long and winding course first eastwards and then south-westwards enters the
plains near Malkapur and flows southwards passing by Anjangaon and turns south- westwards at
Umri and continues in this direction to join the Purna beyond the border of the district.
7. Bordi
Though the river Bordi flows for a major part of its course outside the district, it is joined by the
combined waters of the Chansuri River and the Gaimuk which have their plain courses within
the district.
8. Wardha
The Wardha River rises to the east of Multai in Madhya Pradesh and has a long and tortuous
course along the Satpuda hills. It forms the eastern boundary of the district and receives a
number of short tributaries on its right flowing within the district. The Sakti River rises in
Shendari reserved forest area in the Satpudas, and passing by Jarud and flowing southwards joins
the Wardha. The Dhawagiri River rises in the Dabka reserved forest area and flows past Benoda
and Loni before joining the Wardha.
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9. Pak Nala.
The Pak Nala rises in the same Dabka forest area and receives, besides the Satpuda affluent, the
drainage of the northern slopes of Lakhara hills, a detached mass south of the Satpudas.
Hiwarkhed is situated on the banks of this river. The Pak Nala Project on this river provides
irrigation facilities to the area on the northern side of the Morshi-Warud road. The Kobi drains
the southern slopes of the Lakhara hills into the Wardha.
10. Maru
The Maru River rises south of Atner in Betul district and after a winding course in the Satpudas
enters the district and flows in a general south-easterly course to join the Wardha, where the
latter makes an abrupt right angular turn to continue the course of the Maru.
11. Narha
The Narha River is a much smaller but important tributary of the Wardha. Morshi, the tahsil
headquarters, is situated on its western bank.
12. Chargar
The westernmost tributary of some size flowing from the Satpudas is the Chargar River having
its source just east of the Wardha-Purna watershed, and flows past Ghat Larki, Khed, and
Udkhed with a general south-easterly direction parallel to the water divide and joins the Wardha
at Bhambor. The river Chargar receives the Kasi River, a smaller stream flowing somewhat
parallel to it on its western side from the north, and also the combined waters of the Dhaula, the
Lendi and the Bharantakia from the Ner hills in the south-west. Ner Pingalai village is situated
between the Lendi and the Bharantakia.
13. Minor Rivers
There are several small streams flowing eastwards from the Wardha-Purna water divide into the
Wardha River. Among them is the river Ner Pingalai on which is located Talegaon, Thakur and
Tiosa. The Bor River passing by Kurha and Idarba River passing by Temburni, Virul and
Anjansinghi River join together and flow into the Wardha. The Kolad-Dhangar River flowing
roughly parallel to the Wardha on its western side passes by Mangrul and joins it at Borgaon in
the south-east corner of the district. The Chandrabhaga River (this should not be confused with
the much larger one of the same name flowing by Daryapur) flows by Dattapur in an easterly
direction and then turns southwards to join the Wardha outside the district. The last of the
tributaries of the Wardha in the district is the Bemla which has only its middle course in the
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extreme southern part of the district, but is important as receiving a number of affluent flowing
from the north, such as the Kholad and the Chandrabhaga (the third one in the district with the
same name) flowing by Chandur Railway and the Kalamali.
I. Purna-Wardha Water Divide
The water divide between the Purna and the Wardha system of rivers (in fact this is the water
divide between the Tapi flowing into the Arabian Sea and the Godavari flowing into the Bay of
Bengal as the former two are only tributaries of the latter) begins in the district at the foot hills of
the Satpudas and runs as a low divide of a little more than 360 meters in elevation in a general
south-easterly direction with peaks on it rising to 404 meters east of Pohenkheda and to 435
meters in Ner hills. From the Ner hills it turns and runs in a south-westerly direction somewhat
parallel to the Morshi-Amravati road with peak heights of 387 meters and 392 meters, and in the
hills east of Amravati with peaks over 460 meters. The water divide continues in the south-
westerly direction with a lower height (350 meters at Loni) and passes outside the district. By
comparing the levels of the beds of the Purna and the Wardha it is seen that the maximum
relative relief is not generally more than 100 meters, indicative of post-mature stage of
dissection. It may be mentioned here that the initial south-easterly course of the divide changing
into a south-westerly trend is also reflected in the courses of the several tributaries of the Purna
system within the district.
I. Tapi Tributaries.
As the highest hills of the Melghat are in its southern part the water divide between the south
flowing tributaries of the Purna and the north flowing tributaries of the Tapi lies towards the
southern part of the Melghat hills, so that the greater part of Melghat is drained northwards and
northeastwards towards the Tapi river. The more important among them are the Khursi, the
Khandu, the Sipna, the Garga, the Dewal and the Dhulghat. The Khursi river takes its source on
the eastern slopes of Katkumbh plateau and after a brief sojourn into the Betul district re-enters
the district and flows in a north-westerly direction flowing close to the district boundary for
some distance and then follows it for a while till it leaves it to flow northwards to join the Tapi.
The Khandu rising near Khamla in Betul district enters the district to flow west of the Katkumbh
plateau and has a fairly long and winding course in a general north-westerly direction cutting its
bed deeply through the several ranges of hills, before joining the Tapi just outside the district.
The Khapra has its source just outside the district on the northern slopes of the Antarmal plateau
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of Betul district and has a similar winding course through the hills to join the Tapi outside the
district. The Sipna rises very close to the source of the Khapra and has a similar long winding but
westerly course towards the Tapi. But unlike the aforesaid rivers the Sipna has several flat
stretches of land adjoining its middle and lower courses useful for the purposes of cultivation
supporting such villages as Harisal, Chakarda and Duni. The Garga rises on the northern slopes
of the Gawilgad ridge west of the Vairat plateau and is joined by the Kutumbi at Koha and has a
general westerly and northwesterly course passing by Kalamkhar and Dhulghat to join the Tapi.
This river is even more important than the Sipna, for the lower valley below Garga Malur is an
extensive level area, richly cultivated, forming the Dharni plain which reaches up to Sipna on the
north at Diwa. The Dewal and Dhulghat rivers are two smaller streams which have their sources
in the Gawilgad ridge farther to the west of the others and have their lower plain courses near the
Tapi.
The following are some of the other rivers in Amravati District, with their tributaries.
• Tapti River
• Burshi River
• Surkhi River
• Tigria River
• Khandu River
• Khapra River
• Sangiya River
• Gadaga River
• Vaan River
• Wardha River
• Vidarbha River
• Bor River
• Pak Nala
• Maru River
• Narha River
• Chargar River
• Shanoor River
• Chandrabhaga River
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3.2.4 Reservoirs in Amravati District
Rivers, Tanks, wells, etc. contribute to some extent to provide irrigation facilities. The work of
Malkhed, Shekandari, Sakhali, major and medium irrigation projects has been completed.
1. The Dams in Amravati District are:
1.1 Upper Wardha Project
1.2 Lower Wardha Project
1.3 Chandrabhaga Project
1.4 Bembala Project
1.5 Sapan Project
1.6 Purna Project
2. Amravati Irrigation Division, Amravati Completed M.I. Tanks - 42.
3. Zilla Parishad Minor Irrigation Division, Amravati
3.1 i) Completed Irrigation Tanks - 58
3.2 ii) Completed Percon. Tanks - 50
3.3 iii) Irrigation Projects in Progress:
a) Irrigation Tanks - 3
.. b) Percon. Tanks - 4
4. iv) a) Completed Village Tanks - 8 (From Regular Provision)
.b) Completed Village Tanks - 57 (Under E.G.S.)
c) Completed Village Tanks - 29 ( Under Jawahar Wells Scheme)
5. v) .a) Village Tanks in Progress - 10 (Under E.G.S.)
.b) Village Tanks in Progress- 22 (Under Jawahar Wells Scheme)
6. Superintending Engineer Minor Irrigation (Local Sector) Circle, Amravati.
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3.2.4.1 Salient features upper Wardha dam
Official name Upper Wardha Dam Nal Damayanti Sagar
Location Amravati Coordinates 21°16′35″N 78°03′26″E
Coordinates: 21°16′35″N 78°03′26″E
Opening date 1993
Demolition date N/A
Owner(s) Government of
Maharashtra, India
Dam and spillways Type of dam Earth
fill Gravity
Height 46.2 m (152 ft) (Spillway), 36.62 m (120.1 ft)
Earth Dam Length 5,920 m (19,420 ft) (Spillway 268 m (879 ft)}
Impounds Wardha River
Reservoir Capacity 786,480,000 cubic meters
(Live storage 614,790,000 cubic meters)
Catchment area 4,302 km2 (1,661 sq mi) Surface area 9,748 ha
(24,090 acres)
Flood control: The reservoir water level is regulated in such a way that the river flooding in the
districts of Amravati and Wardha is avoided. An automatic system of operating gates of the
spillway dam to release flood water safely downstream has been installed in a control chamber of
the dam. The digital instrument installed (based on Genetic Algorithm) is a two-part ultrasonic
gauging device. This system is linked to the management system through "RS-232 digital
connection" to receive continuous gauge measurement data and concurrently converting the
gauge level to volume figures.
3.2.5. Ground Water Resources
Central Ground Water Board has taken up several studies in the district. Ground water
exploration in the district has been taken up in different Phases. The ground water exploration
has been done in Alluvial and hard rock areas occupied by Deccan Trap Basalt. A total of 66
Exploratory Wells (EW), 21 Observation Wells (OW) and 19 Peizometers (Pz) were constructed
till March 2007.
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S. No. Taluka Forma-
tion
Wells Depth (mbgl) SWL (mbgl)
Discharge (lps)
Draw-Down (m)
Zones (mbgl) E
W O W
Pz
1. Amravati Alluvium 2 - 3 37.6 – 79.00 0.7 –1.37 0.38 –1.37 – –
Basalt 3 2 0 123.25– 195.00 0.05 –9.10 0.65 – 12.18 9.85 7.00 –20.00
2. Warud Alluvium 1 – – 150.55 4.35 0.38 – 10.35 –13.35 3. Morshi Basalt 3 1 – 166.85– 202.45 6.78–35.00 0.56– 7.78 – 24.00– 31.65 4. Tiosa Basalt 3 – – 184.25– 201.45 13.30 0.24– 0.56 – 7.00– 34.75
5. Chandur Railway Basalt 3 – – 141.00– 200.00 4.02–10.00 0.78–1.37 – 10.35-15.50
6. Nandgaon Kh’war Basalt 3 – – 141.55– 200 – 0.78 – –
7. Bhatkuli Alluvium 5 1 2 15.15– 128.60 3.65– 18.54
0.38– 16.80
0.75– 11.34 9.45-35.53
8. Daryapur Alluvium 7 – 1 32.00– 236.96 6.96–13.65 0.78–6.20 0.16–15.08 1.83– 177.30
9. Anjangaon Surji Alluvium 6 3 3 25.00– 300.10 5.91–20.00 1.37–
23.50 2.44– 21.45 6.10– 47.85
10. Dharni Basalt 4 5 – 80.30– 200.00 2.50–11.84 0.38–20.77
8.00– 21.41 –
11. Chikhaldara Basalt 6 3 – 74.45– 202.45 6.36–40.44 0.38–11.11
3.86– 28.84 10.00– 74.00
12. Achalpur
Alluvium 6 1 3 39.00– 298.91 9.02–20.58 1.37–19.00
7.81–9.59 6.00– 48.66
Basalt 1 1 – 80.55-126.25 20.89 4.43–16.21 12.90 –
13. Chandur Bazaar Alluvium 6 2 4 42.00– 177.14 5.31–17.80 1.37–
10.00 1.92 –12.70 6.00– 122.32
Total 66 21 19 15.15-300.10 0.05–40.44 0.24-23.50 0.16–28.44 1.83 – 177.30
A) HMS Station
G.S.D.A. has established a hydro meteorological station in 1994 at Benoda taluka Warud at 85
km from Amravati. A river gauging station is also established on Dhavalgiri river due South of
HMS at 0.5 km & continuous water level recorder is fixed on gauge well.
B) Depth and yield range
The storage capacity & the Transmisivity of the basalt flows are not uniform. It changes from
place to place and flow to flow in the vertical direction. The lateral flow continues for
considerable distance while the weathered residue is thick or vesicular zones spreads uniformly,
while fractures, joints have high degree of interconnection. In the Deccan trap area the primary
porosity is due to presence of interconnected vesicles when is not filled by secondary material
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while secondary porosity is develop due to weathered, cooling joints and fractures.
In alluvium area the sandy zone becomes a good aquifer having good porosity and permeability.
The ground water is tapped by the tube wells in this area.
C) Saline Tract
Most of the villages in talukas like Daryapur, Bhatkuli, Anjangaon and Chandur Bazaar are
having saline ground water and these talukas are dominantly covered by Alluvium.
D) Statement of observation well data (Static Water Levels in Observation Wells) Sr. No.
Taluka Last 5 Years AverageMonth March (In Meters)
S.W.L. Month March 2010 (In Meters)
Difference in Average
(In Meters) (3‐4)
1 2 3 4 5
1 Achalpur 15.3 18.06 ‐2.76
2 Amravati 8.03 7.67 0.36
3 Anjangaon Sur. 15.74 18.33 ‐2.59
4 Bhatkuli 9.57 8.86 0.91
5 Chandur Bazaar 14.82 15.43 ‐0.61
6 Chandur Rly. 7.03 8.33 ‐1.3
7 Dhamangaon Rly. 6.47 7.11 ‐0.64
8 Chikhaldara 4.79 3.64 1.15
9 Daryapur 12.96 13.53 ‐0.57
10 Dharni 6.86 6.77 0.09
11 Morshi 9.36 9.62 ‐0.26
12 Nandgaon Khnd. 5.91 7.1 ‐1.19
13 Tiosa 6.37 7.02 ‐0.65
14 Warud 10.27 9.88 0.39
The northern most part of the fresh water zone
is underlain by soft weathered boulders of
Basalt and this is restricted to small patches of
around 10 km within Achalpur and Anjangaon
taluka. This zone is termed as Bazada zone and
exploration is yet to be done here. The
southern saline area is distributed in parts of
Daryapur, Bhatkuli and Amravati talukas and
has been explored in detail by drilling. Depth
of the wells ranged from 15.15 to 300.10 m
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bgl. Static water levels vary from 3.65 to 20.58 m bgl. Discharge from exploratory wells ranged
from 0.38 to 23.50 lps for drawdown’s ranging from 0.16 to 21.45 m. Granular zones have been
encountered and screened at various depths. However, it is found that zones down to the depth of
70 m falling in younger Alluvium have better yields and the water is less saline. This zone can be
used for agricultural purposes by means of shallow tube wells constructed down to the depth of
65 m and yielding up to 10 lps for 30 m lift.
3.2.6 Water Level
Central Ground Water Board periodically monitors 64 National Hydrograph Network Stations
(NHNS) stations in the Amravati district, four times a year i.e. in January, May (Premonsoon),
August and November (Postmonsoon). The data on premonsoon and postmonsoon water levels
along with fluctuation during 2006 and long term water level trends (1997-06) is given in table
3.4.
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Table 3.4: Water Level Data (2006) with Long Term Trend (1997-06). S. Location Pre Post Fluct- Premonsoon Postmonsoon No. monsoon monsoon uation Trend Trend Water Water (m) Rise Fall Rise Fall Level Level (m/yr) (m/yr) (m/yr) (m/yr) (m bgl) (m bgl) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1. Ambada 13.85 12.67 1.18 1.09 0.75 2. Anjansingi 5.10 2.28 2.82 0.30 0.49 3. Arao 2.80 0.92 1.88 0.35 0.04 4. Ashtagaon 5.27 2.27 3.00 0.16 0.01 5. Badnera 11.81 4.57 7.24 0.41 0.06 6. Barukheda 3.31 0.13 3.18 - - - - 7. Behali 4.30 3.10 1.20 0.24 0.02 8. Belora 8.60 8.98 -0.38 0.02 0.08 9. Benoda (WT) - - - 0.12 0.07 10. Bhatkulijain 7.66 2.68 4.98 0.10 0.05 11. Bhokarbardi 8.03 1.64 6.39 0.44 0.09
12. Chandur Bazaar 25.50 24.40 1.10 0.77 0.78
13. Chandur Railway
4.15 2.65 1.50 0.05 0.05
14. Chicholi 8.97 4.11 4.86 0.02 0.06 15. Chinkhedi 1.80 2.07 -0.27 - - - - 16. Dapori1 13.10 4.34 8.76 0.09 0.31 17. Dargarh 4.78 2.28 2.50 0.01 0.004 18. Daryapur 19.31 15.73 3.58 0.008 0.23
19. Devgaon 4.65 3.55 1.10 0.28 0.27
20. Dharni 5.85 2.80 3.05 0.05 0.10 21. Gadegaon1 17.20 16.49 0.71 0.66 0.53 22. Ghat larki 13.04 13.04 0.00 0.01 1.00 23. Ghodadev 14.60 14.60 0.00 0.36 0.72 24. Harisal 10.34 5.73 4.61 0.37 0.04 25. Hatru 2.03 0.82 1.21 - - - - 26. Hiwarkheda 11.90 9.50 2.40 0.04 0.08 27. Jamgaon 9.87 4.50 5.37 0.52 0.02 28. Karasgaon 12.55 12.55 0.00 0.06 0.10
29. Khanapur 8.45 4.68 3.77 0.01 0.23 30. Kher 10.35 4.35 6.00 0.26 0.28 31. Khopra 12.34 12.34 0.00 0.05 0.35 32. Kolkaz 7.62 6.84 0.78 0.02 0.05 33. Kurha 5.00 3.37 1.63 0.002 0.68
34. Lawada 6.23 2.62 3.61 0.17 0.04 35. Loni 17.60 16.17 1.43 0.13 0.32 36. Lontek 6.70 - - 0.12 0.38
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37. Lotwada 11.40 - - 0.18
38. Mahuli 7.98 2.77 5.21 0.26 0.03
39. Manjarkhed Kasba 24.80 7.19 17.61 - - - -
40. Morshi 11.40 - - 0.41 0.008 41. Nandgaon 10.35 5.18 5.17 0.37 0.28 42. Nimbhari 9.50 8.91 0.59 43. Pala 13.15 8.92 4.23 0.35 0.17 44. Pathrot 20.30 20.30 0.00 0.73 1.25 45. Pathrot1 26.90 25.35 1.55 - - - - 46. Pimpri 5.28 5.28 0.00 0.001 0.29 47. Pohra 2.65 2.02 0.63 0.15 0.12 48. Rithpur 9.65 5.96 3.69 0.40 0.25 49. Saiwada 8.67 8.67 0.00 0.16 0.27 50. Sawarkheda 11.20 11.20 0.00 0.04 0.34
51. Shendurjana (Kh)9.74
9.74 0.00 0.06 0.56
52. Shivni1 6.60 1.80 4.80 - - - - 53. Silona 4.44 0.15 4.29 0.33 0.02 54. Sindola 7.10 5.83 1.27 0.17 0.10 55. Sirasgaon 18.08 18.08 0.00 0.77 1.27 56. Temburkheda1 9.80 4.34 5.46 0.23 1.34 57. Teosa 3.45 2.05 1.40 0.241 0.02 58. Umarkhed 12.58 7.67 4.91 0.16 0.07 59. Wadgaon 8.20 6.08 2.12 0.08 0.02 60. Wadner gangai 9.54 8.26 1.28 - - - - 61. Walgaon 6.65 4.00 2.65 0.042 0.01 62. Warud 14.15 10.15 4.00 0.29 0.30 63. Wishroli1 16.80 15.23 1.57 0.42 1.13 64. Yavali 10.20 10.20 0.00 0.13 0.42
3.2.6.1 Depth to Water Level – Premonsoon (May-2006)
The depth to water levels in the district during premonsoon ranges between 1.80 (Chinchkhedi)
and 26.90 (Pathrot) m bgl. Depth to water levels during premonsoon (May 2006) has been
depicted in Figure-3. Shallow water levels within 10 m bgl are observed in major parts of the
district i.e., in southern part of the district in parts of Bhatkuli, Amravati, Teosa, Chandur
Railway and Nandgaon Khandeshwar talukas and in northwestern part of the district in parts of
Dharni and Chikhaldara talukas. In central and southern parts of the district comprising major
parts of Daryapur, Anjangaon, Achalpur, Chandur Bazaar, Morshi and Warud and small parts of
Bhatkuli, Amravati, Nandgaon (Kh) and Chandur Railway talukas the water levels rests between
10 and 20 m bgl. Deeper water levels, i.e., more than 20 m bgl are observed in small isolated
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areas in parts of Achalpur, Chandur Bazaar talukas in central part of the district and in part of
Chandur Railway in southern part of the district.
3.2.6.2 Depth to Water Level – Postmonsoon (Nov.-2006)
The depth to water levels during postmonsoon (Nov. 2006) ranges between 0.13 m bgl
(Barukheda) and 25.35 m bgl (Pathrot-1). Spatial variation in postmonsoon depth to water level
is shown in. Shallow water levels within 10 m bgl are observed in major parts of the district i.e.,
in southern part of the district in entire Teosa, Chandur Railway and Nandgaon Khandeshwar
Talukas and in major parts of Bhatkuli, Amravati, Morshi and Warud talukas. Very shallow
water levels of less than 5 m bgl are observed in northern part of the district in almost entire
Chikhaldara and Dharni talukas. In major parts of Darayapur, Anjangaon and south eastern part
of Warud taluka, the water levels are between 10 and 20 m bgl. The deeper water levels of more
than 20 m bgl are observed in north central part of the district in major parts of Achalpur, and
Chandur Bazaar talukas.
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3.2.6.3 Seasonal Water Level Fluctuation– (May-Nov. 2006)
In major parts of the district rise in water levels in the range of 0.59 (Nimbhari) to 17.61 m
(Manjarkhed Kasba) is observed. In almost entire district rise in eater levels have been observed.
Rise in water level in the range of 0 to 2 m is the most dominant range observed in the eastern,
north central and northern parts of the district. In south western and north western parts, the rise
is in the range of 2 to 4 m. Rise of more than 4 m is observed in southern, southeastern and
peripheral north western parts of the district in parts of Nandgaon (Kh), Chandur Railway,
Bhatkuli, Amravati talukas in southern part of the district and in Morshi and Warud talukas and
north western part of the district in Dharni taluka. Fall in the water level is observed in few small
isolated areas in the northern part of Chandur Bazaar taluka.
3.2.6.4 Water Level Trend (1997-2006)
Trend of water levels for premonsoon and postmonsoon periods for last ten years (1997-2006)
have been computed for 56 NHNS and are given in Table-4. Analysis of trend indicates that
during premonsoon period, rise in water levels has been recorded at 17 stations and it ranges
between negligible at few stations and 0.52 m/year (Jamgaon). Fall in water levels has been
observed at 39 stations and ranges between 0.01 (Ghat larki) and 1.09 m/year (Ambada). During
postmonsoon period, rise in water levels has been recorded at 11 stations and it ranges from 0.01
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(Walgaon) to 0.68 m/year (Kurha), whereas at 45 stations, fall in water levels ranging between
negligible at few stations and 1.34 m/year (Temburkheda) is observed. Thus in major part of the
district, both during pre and postmonsoon periods declining trends of water levels have been
observed.
3.2.7 Ground Water Resources
Central Ground Water Board and Ground Water Survey and Development Agency (GSDA) have
jointly estimated the ground water resources of Amravati district based on GEC-97
methodology. The same is presented in Table-5, whereas the graphical representations of the
resources on the map are shown in Figure-5. Ground water resource assessment was done for
8392.39 sq. km. area of which 352.53 sq. km. area is under command and 6646.13 sq. km. is
non-command area. About 1393 sq. km. area comes under poor ground water quality.
As per the estimation, the total annual ground water recharge is 994.20 MCM with the natural
discharge of 49.71 MCM, thus the net annual ground water availability comes to be 944.50
MCM. The gross draft for all uses is estimated at 732.70 MCM with irrigation sector being the
major consumer having a draft of 707.59 MCM. The domestic and industrial water requirements
are worked at 38.63 MCM. The net ground water availability for future irrigation is estimated at
259.53 MCM. Stage of ground water development varies from 32.92% (Dharni) to 149.33%
(Warud). The overall stage of ground water development for the district is 77.58%. Out of total
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14 talukas, 3 talukas i.e., Morshi, Warud and Daryapur are categorized as “Over-Exploited”, 1
taluka i.e., Chandur Bazaar falls in “Critical” category whereas remaining 10 talukas i.e.,
Amravati, Bhatkuli, Nandgaon (Kh), Achalpur, Anjangaon, Chandur Railway, Dharni,
Chikhaldara, Tiosa and Dhmangaon fall in “Safe” category. Watershed wise resources
computation indicate that the watersheds PT-2, PT-20, PTP-2, WR- 1, WR-2, WR-3 and WRC-1
watersheds fall in ”Over-Exploited”, WR-9 in “Critical”, PTP-6, WR-8, WRB-2 and WRB-17
fall in “Semi-Critical” category.
3.2.7.1 Yield Recharge Potential
A major part of the area is underlain by the Deccan Trap Basalt. The northwestern part of the
district, comprising Dharni and Chikhaldara talukas is primarily hilly and therefore has a poor
ground water development potential. In eastern part, i.e., in Warud and part of Morshi talukas,
Deccan Traps have low ground water development potential. The ground water in these areas
can be developed through dugwells. The southeastern part of the district comprising Nandgaon
(Kh), Chandur Railway and Tiosa talukas occupied by Deccan Traps has medium ground water
potential. Ground water in these areas can be developed through dugwells and DCB. Deccan
Traps has relatively higher yields in the central part of the district in parts of Amravati, Bhatkuli
and Morshi talukas. In these areas the ground water can be developed through dugwells, DCB
and borewells. The nature and yield potential of the aquifers occurring in different areas is given
in table
S. Taluka Main Yield Type of Wells Remarks No. Aquifer Potential Suitable 1. Achalpur Alluvium High Dugwells Tubewells 2. Amravati Basalt Medium to Dugwells High Borewells 3. Anjangaon Alluvium Medium to Dugwells Southern parts are having brackish Surji High Tubewells to saline ground water
4. Bhatkuli Alluvium Low to Dugwells Central and southern parts are having brackish to saline ground
Medium DCB water 5. Chandur Alluvium Medium to Dugwells Bazaar High Tubewells 6. Chandur Basalt Medium Dugwells Railway Borewells 7 Chikhaldara Basalt Poor Dugwell Hilly Area
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8 Daryapur
Alluvium Medium Dugwells DCB
Southern parts are having brackish to saline ground water
9 Dharni Basalt Poor Dugwell Hilly Area 10 Morshi
Basalt Low to
Medium Dugwells Borewells
11 Nandgaon
Basalt Medium Dugwells Borewells
12 Tiosa
Basalt Low to Medium
Dugwells Borewells
13 Warud
Basalt Low Dugwells DCB
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3.2.8 Climate and Rainfall
The Climate of the district is characterized by a hot summer and general dryness throughout the
year except during the south-west monsoon season, i.e., June to September. The mean minimum
temperature is 15.1°C and means maximum temperature is 42.2°C. The normal annual rainfall
over the district varies from 700 mm to about 1700 mm. It is the minimum in the south western
parts of the district around Daryapur (709 mm). This increases towards north and reaches a
maximum in the northern part around Chikhaldara (1647 mm). The average rainfall for the last
ten years ranges from 603.8 mm (Anjangaon) to 1374.02 mm (Chikhaldara) and the same is
presented in Table-3.2. The average annual rainfall for the last ten years when compared with
the normal annual rainfall, it is observed that the average annual rainfall for the last ten years of
the district is much less than the normal annual rainfall. Thus the rainfall has definitely decreased
in the district over the period of time.
Note : (1) The District Rainfall(mm.)(R/F) shown below are the arithmatic averages of Rainfall of Stations under the District. (2) % Dep. are the Departures of rainfall from the long period averages of rainfall for the District. (3) Blank Spaces show non-availability of Data. YEAR JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC R/F
%DEP R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
R/F %DEP
2008 0.0 -100
0.0 -100
8.0 4
9.0 109
2.0 -75
75.0 -44
173.4 -32
128.9 -44
170.8 10
28.8 -35
5.0 -71
0.0 -100
2009 0.0 -100
0.0 -100
0.0 -100
0.0 -100
6.0 -24
70.5 -48
301.7 18
110.6 -52
87.5 -44
37.9 -15
77.8 345
6.0 -22
2010 19.9 78
3.0 -71
15.8 105
0.0 -100
0.0 -100
125.9 -7
365.3 43
371.9 62
123.6 -20
60.6 36
15.4 -12
0.0 -100
2011 0.0 -100
0.4 -94
0.0 -100
5.2 41
73.0 1041
119.9 -13
240.0 -6
338.5 39
147.5 -3
13.3 -75
0.0 -100
0.0 -100
2012 3.2 -68
0.0 -100
0.0 -100
6.4 73
12.0 88
147.4 7
282.4 11
243.5 0
316.1 109
25.0 -53
0.4 -97
0.1 -99
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Table 3.2 Annual rainfall data (1996‐2005) (mm) S. No.
Taluka 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Avg.
1 Achalpur 720.40 695.40 913.40 724.00 516.00 472.90 646.50 625.00 572.00 654.00 653.96 2 Amravati 637.70 671.70 759.96 999.36 766.80 619.60 672.50 681.80 511.62 886.40 720.74 3 Anjangaon 570.20 645.80 902.40 691.50 349.90 466.10 687.40 604.10 492.20 628.40 603.80 4 Bhatkuli 790.10 607.80 675.40 646.60 535.20 672.20 582.50 519.40 538.62 711.60 627.94 5 Chandur bazaar 790.80 774.70 778.32 695.20 398.80 585.00 777.20 608.60 549.30 578.00 653.59
6 Chandur Railway 746.20 599.60 599.62 938.30 688.90 788.60 859.70 850.90 418.03 1048.5 753.84
7 Chikhaldara 1710.40 1568.90 1776.80 1396.00 938.00 1207.00 1254.00 1373.20 1157.70 1358.2 1374.02 8 Daryapur 587.80 638.20 846.90 780.90 686.40 617.10 603.80 415.20 510.30 696.20 638.28 9 Dhamangaon
Railway - - 1158.00 1070.90 709.10 721.60 851.30 750.80 630.60 1116.4 876.09
10 Dharni 570.20 886.60 1161.40 1065.80 471.50 409.70 841.90 915.00 677.90 907.20 790.72 11 Morshi 574.00 514.00 707.70 690.40 420.10 534.20 763.10 750.00 659.80 696.30 630.96 12 Nandgaon-
khandeshwar 642.10 764.90 743.98 1040.40 599.00 725.00 768.40 520.40 441.40 1194.4 744.00
13 Tiosa 721.40 647.40 766.88 949.05 400.10 708.00 642.20 618.50 568.05 964.00 698.56 14 Warud 635.70 836.70 666.81 972.90 455.90 619.20 581.30 734.40 608.30 783.20 689.44 Average 745.92 757.82 889.83 904.38 566.84 653.30 752.27 711.95 595.42 873.06 745.08
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3.3 Current Status of Environment
3.3.1 Basic Environmental Parameters
The government of Maharashtra has created a separate department for Environment in 1985 to
look after environmental problems in the state. The Maharashtra pollution control board has been
in force since 1970. The board is regularly monitoring environmental water quality at 38
locations in the state.
The board is also monitoring the overall environmental quality at 136 other locations of which at
64 locations the water quality has deteriorated since BOD was exceeding limits. The main reason
is discharge of domestic effluent in the river without treatment.
The ambient air quality in Mumbai is monitored by Municipal Corporation of Brihanmumbai at
6 locations. It has decided to monitor 26 stations under the project, National Ambient Air Quality
Monitoring (NAAQM) in the state. The Maharashtra pollution control board is monitoring the
ambient air quality at 5 locations in the state, the remaining monitored by educational
institutions. During 2000-01, at one location, SO2 concentration was found above the standard
and at 8 locations SPM (suspended particulate matter) level was found above standard.
There are environmentally polluting industries – large – 2, medium – 1, small – 70.
Amravati Region was established in 1997 at Amravati. There are three sub-divisions viz. 1)
Amravati- I (Amravati District), 2) Amravati – II (Yavatmal & Washim Districts), 3) Akola
(Akola & Buldana Districts) under jurisdiction of Regional Office, Amravati. This Region is
located in Purna Sub Basin, Painganga Basin and Wardha Basin. The important rivers in this
region are Wardha, Painganga, Man, Shahanoor, Katepurna, Chandrabhaga, Bembla & Nalganga
etc. The region is blessed with abundant natural resources in the form of rivers, high mountain
ranges. Wani taluka in Yavatmal district has prominently Coal Mines & Lime Quarries and other
part of the region covered the industries like engineering, Agro based units. There is only one
thermal power station viz. Paras Thermal Power Station, MSEB, Paras, Tq. Balapur, Dist. Akola
having generation capacity 62.5 MW.
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1. Municipal Solid Waste Management :-
Most of these towns have experienced significant population growth in last two decades.
Presently in all the urban bodies in the region, for the treatment & disposal of Municipal Solid
Waste generated in the cities & towns selection of proper sites have been finalized. Presently in
all the urban bodies in the region the entire Municipal Solid Waste is disposed improperly. The
status of Municipal Solid Waste management is presented in Table. It is observed from the
information that the total Municipal Solid Waste generation in the region is about 692.11 T/Day.
The all the municipal councils in Amravati region & Amravati Municipal Corporation has
obtained authorization. Name of District
No. of local bodies
No. of authori‐sation issued
Quantity of MSW generated in T/M
Quarterly of waste treated and disposal
No. of local bodies having adequate treatment facility
Remarks.
M/s Rasika Seeds Pvt. Ltd. has granted authorisation for treatment of Municipal Solid Waste of quantity 150 T/day
Amravati. 11 11 7051.50 Nil Nil
Biomedical waste ( M&H ) Rules , 1998. (Amendment 2000) Name of District
No.of Medical institutes identified
No. of authorisation issued
Quantity of BMW generated in T/M
Quantity of Waste treated & disposed T/M
No. of units having Adequate treatment disposal facilities.
Amravati 263 145 24.45 11.04
133 Municipal Solid Waste (M&H) Rules , 2000. Name of No.of No. of Quantity of Quarterly of No. of local bodies
District local bodies
authori‐sation issued
MSW generated in T/M
waste treated and disposal
having adequate treatment facility Remarks.
M/s Rasika Seeds Pvt. Ltd. has granted authorisation for treatment of Municipal Solid Waste of quantity 150 T/day
Amravati. 11 11 7051.50 Nil Nil
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 SN Name of Local
Body Population Source of
Water Consent under Water act. Validity.
Quantity of Water Consumption CMD
Quantity of Domestic Effluent CMD
Treatment Facility Provided whether Adequate/ Inadequate
Mode of disposal
Quantity of Solid Waste Generate T/Day
Treatment Facility for Solid Waste Generate
Disposal of Solid Waste Generated
Authorisation as per Municipal Solid Waste rules. Validity.
1 Municipal Corporation, Amravati.
650000 Upparwardha dam, Tube wells
31/07/2006 62000 49600 Inadequate Local nala to Pedhi river
150 No Land filling / dumping.
Obtained
2 Municipal Council, Achalpur
107304 Tube wells 31/12/2004 10000 8500 Inadequate Bicchan & Sapan river
25 No Dumping Obtained
3 Municipal Council, Anjangaon Surji
51163 Shahanur dam 31/07/2004 2850 2280 Inadequate Shahanur river 10 No Dumping Obtained
4 Municipal Council, Chandur Rly.
17720 Well & Malkhed Tank W.S.S.
31/12/02 3300 3234 Inadequate Local nala/ river Chandra-bhaga
4.5 No Dumping Obtained
5 Municipal Council, Chikhaldara.
4700 Lakes 31/12/2005 500 400 Inadequate Local nala to Sipna river
02 No Dumping Obtained
6 Municipal Council, Chandur Bzr.
17635 Tube wells 31/12/2002 1400 800 Inadequate Parsoda nala to Pedhi river
6.5 No Dumping Obtained
7 Municipal Council, Dhamangaon Rly.
20328 Well & Tube wells
31/12/2004 1980 1584 Inadequate Local river Chandra- bhaga
05 No Dumping Obtained
8 Municipal Council, Daryapur
34398 Shahanur dam
31/12/2012 1950 5060 Inadequate Local river Chandrabha
06 No Dumping Obtained
9 Municipal Council, Shendurjana Ghat.
21080 Well & Tube wells
31/06/2012 1000 800 Inadequate Local nala / river Deona-Jiona
04 No Dumping Obtained
10 Municipal Council, Warud.
41000 Shekdari dam
31/12/2011 1000 800 Inadequate Local river Chudamani
16 No Dumping Obtained
11 Municipal Council, Morshi
33607 Upparwardha dam
31/12/2007 4110 3288 Inadequate Local nala / river Damyanti.
6.5 No Dumping Obtained
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2. Fly Ash Utilisation :-
It is mandatory for the brick manufacturers located within 100 k.m. from the coal based thermal
power plants utilized minimum 25% of fly ash in manufacturing of the bricks. It is also
mandatory for the construction agencies to utilize the fly ash & fly ash based products in a time
bound manner. The fly ash utilisation rules have been framed in order to protect the precious top
layer soil used in brick manufacturing which is causing environmental degradation of soil
besides other impacts such as greater soil erosion, loss of green cover etc. & also encourage the
utilisation of fly ash which is accumulating a very high rate. The Akola, Buldana, & part of
Amravati district is covered under 100 k.m. from coal based thermal power station located at
Paras, Tq: Balapur, Dist: Akola having 62.5 MW electricity generation capacity. This thermal
power station is generating in an average nearly 8000 Tons of fly ash every month. The fly ash is
stored in the ash bund. Board has perused for utilisation of fly ash with the power station
regularly.
There are three existing units in operation utilising fly ash for fly ash brick manufacturing &
about 400 Brick kilns located in the 100 k.m. radiuses from the thermal power station utilising
fly ash. The fly ash utilisation from the Paras Thermal Power Station over a period is presented
in Table-16 which indicates steady increase in the utilisation.
Fly Ash generation & utilisation at Paras TPS. Month Ash Generation MT Ash Utilisation MT Ash utilisation in Percentage
April‐04 8260 7195 87.11 May‐04 8575 3595 41.92 June‐04 6047 2010 33.24 July‐04 9609 4020 41.84 Aug‐04 9893 14036 141.88 Sept‐04 10314 8472 82.14 Oct‐04 9183 10724 116.78 Nov‐04 10582 10560 99.79 Dec‐04 9790 13440 137.28 Jan‐05 10467 13680 130.07 Feb‐05 4667 9664 206.85 Mar‐05 4320 5002 115.79 Total 101706 102398 100.7
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4.Air quality:
The problem of air pollution is felt in some specific areas within the cities mainly due to
heavy traffic density. MPCB monitors ambient air quality at several locations including the
industries & urban areas. The proposal for operating NAQAAM stations has been submitted
and work of finalization of monitoring at Rajkamal Chowk, Camp Area and MIDC Area is
going on. The data of ambient air quality of Amravati, city is presented at Table-6.It shows
that the ambient air quality is generally within the standards.
Amravati City: Amravati Region accommodates highly populated urban areas like Amravati
city. The problem of air pollution is felt in some specific areas within the cities mainly due to
heavy traffic density. MPCB monitors ambient air quality at several locations including the
industries & urban areas.
Ambient Air Quality Data ( 2004 – 05) Name of Name of Class Number of
the city sampling samples
station analysed in report
SO2(ug/m3) Nox(ug/m3) SPM(ug/m3) RSPM(ug/m3)
year Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Amravati SriKrishna A 06 14.22 16.91 15.56 27.75 34 30.87 116 246 181 65.57 160 112.80 Peth
Noise levels monitoring observations.
City Location Class *** Monitoring Period No of
observations
Noise levels in dBA
Date time Min Max Avg Amravati District Women Hospital Sensitive 12/11/04 7.45pm 3 56.64 62.8 59.6 11/11/04 7.45pm 3 50 58.4 54.2 Jaystambh Chowk Commercial 12/11/04 8.30 pm 3 76.3 84 80.8 11/11/04 8.30 pm 3 66.78 74 70.7 Rukhamini Nagar Residential 12/11/04 9.30 pm 3 62.3 84.9 71.2 11/11/04 9.30 pm 3 54.21 68.8 60.5 Note :- *** means industrial, commercial, residential & sensitive.
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It is observed that the air quality has been degraded.
Year Centre’s name Concentration of air Pollution SO2 ug/m3 NOx ug/m3 RSPM ug/m3 Permissible limit 80 80 100 2009‐2010 Govt. College of Engineering 9.98 12.07 71
Raja Kamal Chowk 13.63 16.29 125.15 MIDC Amravati 11.82 13.92 100.58
2010‐2011 Govt. College of Engineering 10.48 12.76 79.02 Raja Kamal Chowk 12.84 15.27 141.35 MIDC Amravati 12.34 14.45 126.47
2011‐2012 Govt. College of Engineering 10.00 13.00 70.00 Raja Kamal Chowk 11.00 12.00 112.00 MIDC Amravati 11.00 12.00 103.00
Figure 2: SO2 Value
0
20
40
60
80
100
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Govt. College of Engineering
Raja Kamal Chowk
MIDC Amravati
Standard
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Raja Kamal Chowk
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Figure 3: NOx ug/m3
Figure 3: RSPM ug/m3
1. Ambient Air Quality Monitored at Govt. College of Engineering
2. Ambient Air Quality Monitored at A-23 MIDC Amravati
3. Ambient Air Quality Monitored at Raja Kamal Chowk, Amravati
Note:
Figures in Red color shows the readings exceeding the standards and in Green color shows the
readings falling within standards.
NA:Not Available
BDL:Below Detectible Limit
0
50
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Raja Kamal Chowk
MIDC Amravati
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In 2011-12, ambient air quality at three locations, SO2 concentration was found below the
standard and at one location RSPM (Respirable suspended particulate matter) level was
found above standard which is indicated in red.
The problem of air pollution is felt in some specific areas within the cities mainly due to
heavy traffic density. So some protection measures have to be taken to control the air
pollution and awareness among the people to use environmentally friendly mode of
communication.
5.Water quality
Surface water quality : Amravati Region is blessed with vast natural water resources in the
form of Perennial River which are major source of drinking water supply to various cities. The
important occupation in this region is agriculture, which are highly dependent on these important
water resources. The industrialization and the increasing urbanization are responsible for the
rapidly increasingly stress on the water environment of the area. It is therefore necessary to
protect these water resources of the region.
1. Ground Water
MPCB has monitored some wells periodically. The ground water quality observed at some
location in Amravati city is presented in Table. Total hardness (CaCO3) and Sulphates is
sometimes beyond the limit.
Ground Water Quality : In the district, 34 water samples were collected during May 2006, out
of which 30 samples were representing Deccan Trap Basalt and 4 were representing Alluvium.
The samples were broadly classified into four classes as given in Table.
Geochemical Classification of Ground Water Samples. Sr. No.
Classification Type No. of Sample
% of Sample
1 Alkaline earths (Ca+Mg > 50%) exceeds alkali metals and weak acids (CO3+HCO3 > 50%) exceeds strong acids
Ca-HCO3 14 41
2 Alkali metal (Na+K > 50%) exceeds alkaline earths and weak acids
Na-HCO3 3 9
(CO3+HCO3 > 50%) exceeds strong acids.
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3 Alkaline earths (Ca+Mg > 50%) exceeds alkali metals and strong acids (Cl+SO4+NO3 > 50%) exceeds weak acids
Ca-Cl 14 41
4 Alkali metal (Na+K > 50%) exceeds alkaline earths and strong acids (Cl+SO4+NO3 > 50%) exceeds weak acids
Na-Cl 3 9
Total 34 100 The ground water in the district is not dominated by a particular type of water. The table shows
that 41% samples each are of Ca-HCO3 and Ca-Cl type. These samples are mainly from Basaltic
aquifer. The samples, which are dominated by Na-HCO3 and Na-Cl type of water are only 9%
and belongs to Alluvial area. It is observed that the ground water samples representing Basaltic
aquifer, which were of Ca-HCO3 type, have changed to Ca-Cl type. The type of water in
Alluvium gives an idea about inland salinity problem existing in the Purna Alluvium basin of the
district.
3.3.2 Suitability of Ground Water for Drinking Purpose
The suitability of ground water for drinking purpose is determined keeping in view the effects of
various chemical constituents in water on the biological system of human being. Though many
ions are very essential for the growth of human, but when present in excess, have an adverse
effect on human body. The standards proposed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for
drinking water (IS-10500-91, Revised 2003) were used to decide the suitability of ground water.
The classification of ground water samples was carried out based on the desirable and maximum
permissible limits for the parameters viz., TDS, TH, Ca, Mg, Cl, SO4 and NO3 prescribed in the
standards and is given in Table below.
Classification of Ground Water Samples based on BIS Drinking Water Standards (IS-10500-91, Revised 2003)
Parameters DL MPL Samples Samples Samples with conc. with conc. with conc. < DL in DL-MPL >MPL TDS (mg/L) 500 2000 10 23 1 TH (mg/L) 300 600 11 18 5 Ca(mg/L) 75 200 19 15 0 Mg(mg/L) 30 100 11 19 4 Cl (mg/L) 250 1000 25 9 0 SO4 (mg/L) 200 400 34 0 0 NO3(mg/L) 45 No No relaxation 16 relaxation 18 F (mg/L) 1.0 1.5 31 1 2 (Here, DL- Desirable Limit, MPL- Maximum Permissible Limit)
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The classification in Table-7 shows that concentration of NO3 is beyond the maximum
permissible limit in 53% of samples. In few samples, the concentration of parameter such as
TDS, TH, Mg and F have also crossed the maximum permissible limits. Overall, the potability of
ground water in the monitored wells has been affected mainly due to high NO3 in ground water.
Therefore, it can be concluded that the ground water quality in majority of the area is good for
drinking purpose.
3.3.2.1. Surface Water
The important rivers flowing through the region are Wardha, Painganga, Purna, Katepurna, Man,
Shahanoor, Chandrabhaga, Bembla & Nalganga etc. These rivers are important drinking water
resources of the region. MPC Board regularly monitors the water quality at these important water
resources.
The Amba nala passes through the dense, residential & commercial area of Amravati city. It is
observed that this river is encroached by the residential growth from all sides & experiencing
pollution due to addition of domestic sewage. It is observed that the river is encroached by the
residential growth from all sides & experiencing pollution due to addition of domestic sewage.
Further, the natural water streams are also obstructed due to human activities resulting in drying
of these rivers.
MPCB monitored the water quality at some lakes before & after Ganpati Festival. Table-3
presents the water quality at some lakes before & after Ganpati immersion. The change in water
quality illustrates the need of educating the people regarding water pollution due to immersions.
Gems & MINARS sampling station:-
There is one Minimal Indian Nation Aquatic Resource Sampling (MINARS) station at Purna
River in the Amravati Region. This is located at Dhupeshwar, Tq : Malkapur, Dist: Buldana.
Quarterly samples are collected & analysed at Regional Laboratory at Nagpur. Water quality is
mostly within limits except sulphates on few occasions.
It is observed that the water quality has been degraded due to mixing of sewerage.
Concentration of Water pollution
Purna River Pedhi River Permissible Limit
ph 8.2 8.32 6.0 – 8.5 B.O.D. 8.5 11.46 Less than 5mg/lit D.O. 5.01 4.82 More than 5mg/lit
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Water Quality Monitored at: Purna River
Year: 2011 Months Ph (6.0 – 8.5) B.O.D. (< 5mg/lit) D.O.( > 5mg/lit) January February 7.69 6.80 5.05 March 8.20 7.80 3.90 April 8.60 4.8 5.80 May 8.11 7.20 5.20 June 8.09 14.00 4.40 July 8.30 7.70 5.70 August 8.76 8.00 4.70 September 7.96 3.80 6.30 October 7.86 5.20 6.30 November 8.42 6.20 5.40 December 7.14 4.00 6.20 Year: 2012 January 8.04 7.60 4.90 February 8.25 7.60 5.40 March 8.09 14 3.90 April 7.74 6.80 4.73 May 8.05 7.20 5.70
Note: the letters in black bold are indicating – out of permissible limit
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River Water Quality data (2004-05)
Name of the River / Lake
Name of sampling Station
Class of Water
No. of Samples analysed in report year
Water Quality Status
pH COD mg/l BOD mg/l DO mg/l Total Coliform mpn/100ml
Dist. Amravati.
Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Min Max Avg Min Max Avg
Pedhi river Kund AII 05 7.25 8.56 7.93 14 72 43 3.1 07 5.05 05 6.15 5.58 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Pedhi river Haturna AII 05 7.63 8.69 7.98 16 71 43.5 3.5 8.5 06 4.99 6.12 5.55 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Pedhi river Bhatkuli AII 05 7.35 8.24 7.99 24 81 52.5 3.6 8.8 6.2 4.83 6.1 5.46 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Pedhi river Dadhi Pedhi
AII 05 7.39 8.65 8.02 18 68 43 03 9.6 6.3 04 6.17 5.08 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Purna river Vishroli AII 02 7.49 8.53 8.01 16 27 21.5 2.9 3.1 2.5 5.79 6.02 5.9 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Purna river Kural AII 02 7.97 8.57 8.27 30 51 40.5 3.2 4.5 3.85 5.6 6.06 5.83 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Purna river Ashegaon AII 02 7.9 ‐‐‐ 7.9 34 ‐‐ 34 04 ‐‐‐ 04 04 ‐‐‐ 04 ‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ Purna river
Kholapur AII 02
7.88 8.52 8.2 20 81 50.5 3.3 9.2 6.25 5.61 5.64 5.62 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ Purna river
Lasur AII 02
7.87 8.47 8.17 20 62 41 3.1 07 5.05 5.61 6.69 5.65 ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
Amba nalla Amravati. AII 02
08 8.55 8.27 264 328 251 114 156 135 --- --- --- ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐ ‐‐‐
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Water Quality Before and After Ganpati Festival at Amravati Town
Location
CHATRI TALAO PEDHI AT REWASA
PURNA AT ASEGAON
Month Before Emersion
After Emersion
After Emersion
Before Emersion
After Emersion
After Emersion
Date of Sampling
26/09/04 28/09/04 29/09/04 27/09/04 28/09/04 28/09/04
Parameters MPCB Limits (mg/ltrs)
p H 5.5 to 9 8.32 8.49 8.46 8.5 8.59 8.55 Conductivity DO 4 6.06 4.94 4.48 5.93 6.03 BOD 5 8 8.6 12.5 3.5 3 5.6 COD 250 50 50 82 45 32 57 SS 100 34 46 58 26 28 54 TDS 2100 512 610 696 498 536 636 ONG 10 Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil CD 0.01 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Pb 0.1 0.021 0.055 0.068 0.053 0.057 0.09 HG 0.001 BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL BDL Chlorides 600 100 60 60 80 75 65 Sulphates 400 Ni 45 12.5 12 27.9 27.9 27.9 Phosphate 0.058 0.12 0.11 0.078 0.096 0.13 % of Sodium 60 61.32 41.2 38.3 57.7 55 23.89 Cr 0.05 BDL BDL 0.004 0.021 0.01 0.004
ANALYSIS RESULT PURNA RIVER POINT AT DHUPESHWAR YEAR 2004‐05.
PARAMETER & LIMIT Apr‐04 Jul‐04 Oct‐04 Oct‐04 Nov‐04 Jan‐05 Mar‐05 (MINARS) (MINARS) ph 8.5 7.63 8.2 8.64 8.27 8.75 7.62 Turbidity 1 16 1 … 1 … 1 Conductivity 86 103 130 280 220 310 146 Dissolved Oxygen 5.5 5.93 6.15 6.3 5.9 6.2 5.1 B.O.D. 4 15 3.1 3.5 3 3.9 7.1 Chemical Oxygen Demand 20 72 18 …. 20 … 24 Suspended Solids 18 84 14 …. 18 … 20 T.D.Solids 436 510 658 …. 1108 … 730 Calcium 33.6 28 36 …. 44.8 … 28 Magnessium 12.6 11.6 10.69 …. 34 … 36 Total Alkalinity 258 44 162 …. 234 … 154 Hardness 136 118 118 …. 252 … 134
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Chloride 84 110 218 …. 111 … 65 Sulphate 41 24.2 7 …. 515 … 17 Ammonical Nitrogen 0.84 …. …. 1.23 …. 1.36 …. Nitrate 4.5 16.8 6.6 3.61 11.6 4.28 4.8 Phosphate 0.28 0.111 0.194 …. 0.103 …. 0.136 Fecal Chlorifarm MPN/100 ml
…. …. …. 110 …. 70 ….
Total Chlorifarm MPN/100 ml
…. …. …. 900 …. 500 ….
3.4 Vegetation
3.4.1 Forests Cover
Amravati has the distinction of having one third of its geographical areas under forest cover
amounting to about 3.96 lakh hectare area. One of the three Tiger Reserves, namely the Melghat
Tiger Reserves, of Maharashtra is located here. This famous reserve spread over an area of
1676.93 sp km has recently completed 30 years of its existence and is one of the last remaining
habitats of Indian Tiger in Maharashtra. The hilly terrain of the national park gives it a distinct
importance as a tiger habitat as most other reserves are located in plains.
Apart from this, the Gugamal National Park and sanctuaries like Dharni-Kolkaaz, Narnala,Wan
and Ambaburwa are also located here. The district exhibits two distinct geographical regions,
viz., the plain regions in the east and south-east and the hilly regions of the Satpuda ranges in
north and north-west. The plain region is extensively cultivated and forests appear only in dotted,
scattered patches. The hilly region is an extensive block of compact forests called Melghat and
contains an abundance of rich teak trees. The percentage of the forest area to total area in the
district is 30.43%, and is unevenly distributed. Amravati has the distinction of having one third
of its geographical areas under forest cover amounting to about 3502 SQ.KM. area.
Area under forest for the year 2007-08
s. no. Category Area in sq. kms
1 Reserved forest 3492
2 Protected 10
3 Unclassified forest --
Total 3502
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The district is fairly rich as far as resources are concerned. The major and minor forest
production of the district is found in good quantity. Some forest produces like Behada, Hirda,
Moha’s flower are found in large quantity, leaves and herbs could be used for setting up cottage
type industries of the Ayurvedic medicine. Palas leaves and it is used for making pratravali and
colours during Holi festival.
3.4.2 Tree Forests: These include the forests of Melghat capable of producing big-size teak and
timber of other type.
3.4.3 Minor Forests: These include the forests in the outskirts of Melghat and those in the plain
regions, which are capable of producing small-size timber poles of teak, etc. These forests also
supply fire-wood, thorns and grass and serve as good pastures for grazing the cattle.
3.4.4 Babul Bans: These are artificially created forests of Babul (Acacia arabica) in the
cultivated plain tracts and lie dotted over the area.
3.4.5 Ramnas and Pasture Forests: These include open forests with sparse tree growth and lie
mostly in the plain regions of the district, where an intense demand exists for grass and grazing.
Figure 3.3 Forest Cover
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3.4.6 Melghat tiger reserve: The Melghat area was declared a tiger reserve in 1974. The reserve
is a catchment area for five major rivers all of which are tributaries of the river Tapti. Melghat is
the prime biodiversity repository of the state. More than 700 naturalized plant species have been
enlisted in the flora of Melghat. Teak is the predominant tree species. Bamboo is also
widespread.
A 40 Sq. Km tourism zone has been established near Semadoh. Annually around 6000 tourists
avail of the tourist facility here. The nature education and interpretation centre at Semadoh has
four dormitories (64 beds), 10 huts (20 beds) and tent facility. Tent facility (6 tents) has been
established at 11 different places to facilitate trekking in the reserve.
Details of flora and fauna are given below:
Forest Map of Amravati
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3.4.7 Flora and Fauna
The forests abound is varied flora and fauna. Wildlife includes tiger, panther, wolves, jackals,
gaur, sambar, chital, mantijac, wild pig, slott bear, four-Horned antelope, flying squirrel,
common langur, chinkara or mountain gazelle, bonnet macaque and other small animals. The
forests are also rich in bird diversity with more than 200 species having been recorded. The flora
of Melghat includes many rare herbs and medicinal plants, which are fast disappearing due to
lack of adequate attention and general pressures of population explosion and conventional
development.
Flora Fauna
Teak, ain.
Bamboo, Tiwas,
Dhaoda, Kusum,
Mahua
Tiger, Leopard, Sloth Bear, Wild Dog, Jackal, Sambar, Indian Bison,
Barking Deer, Blue Bull, Spotted Deer, Chausingha, Ratel, Flying Squirrel,
Wild Boar, Langur, Rhesus Monkey, Porcupine, Pangolin, Mouse Deer.
s. no. Forest Products Production
1 Major Forest Products
a) Timber wood 4.360 th. MP
b) Fuel wood 4.033 th. MP
2 Minor Forest Products
A Bamboo 55370(no)
B Piece Bamboo ‐‐
c Grass 35(MT)
D Tendu leaves 21929 ( S.B.)
e Gum ‐‐‐
Some forest produces like Behada, Hirda, Moha’s flower are found in large quantity, leaves and
herbs could be used for setting up cottage type industries of the Ayurvedic medicine. Palas
leaves and it is used for making pratravali and colours during Holi festival.
3.4.7.1 Wild Animals
The physical features of the district are distinguished into two marked tracts. In the east and
south are the intensively cultivated plain tracts, with scattered blocks of forests. The portion in
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the north and north-west, called Melghat, comprises the hilly terrain of the Gawilgad ranges of
the Satpudas. The plain tracts contain open type of forest, as a result of the biotic influences. The
hilly region is a well-preserved compact block of forest. The existence of the fauna has a direct
relation with the condition of the vegetation and the biotic influences. The plain tract is thus poor
in fauna, while the well-preserved forest of the hilly region is richly stocked with different kinds
of wild animals.
The name of varieties of animals found in this region is mentioned below:-
Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal and Fox, Wild Dogs, Beers, Badger, Wild Pig, Hare, Porcupine,
Mongoose, Otter, Bison, Sāmbhar, Chital, Barking Deer, Blue bull, Black buck, Charsingha
Grey Squirrel and Others.
3.4.7.2 Birds
The birds of the district include most of the gaily plumaged varieties common elsewhere, such
as the golden orioles, the blue roller, the king-fisher and the little green fly-catchers. They also
include the painted and rock sand grouses, the peacock, the jungle quail, the grey partridge,
jungle fowl, green pigeon, crow, the large grey and rain quail and the button quail. Pea fowls
and jungle fowls are particularly abundant in the Melghat forests in the valley of the Sipna
River.
Of the water birds the ordinary varieties of duck and teal, as well as the varied assortment of
cranes and other shore birds are found.
In Melghat many rare birds like the black and orange fly catcher
(Ochromelanigrorufa), otherwise found in the Nilgiris and in Ceylon, are
seen. Cyornis Tickellia,Tickell's blue redbreast common in Central India is also found
here. Myio-phonusHorsfieldii - the Malbar whistling thrush is found near Chikhaldara.
3.4.7.3 Fish
Out of the total geographical area of the district, 10638 hectares is suitable for fish farming apart
from the 963Kms. long area under river water. Amravati district affords natural facilities for the
development of inland fisheries as there are about 300 tanks, in addition to the rivers. Of these
300 tanks only 35 are perennial, the rest being shallow and seasonal, but they serve the purpose
of developing fishery effectively.
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The tanks of Pohra, Chikhaldara, Anjangaon Bari as well as the drinking water supply
tanks of Wadali and Chhatri have been brought under scientific fish culture with remarkable
success during the last five years. They are stocked with fry and finger-lings of Bengal carps,
viz., Catla (Catla catla), Rohu (Labeo rohita) and Mrigal (Cirrhinamrigala). These varieties
are imported from West Bengal and introduced in the tanks.
The principal rivers which afford facilities for Pisiculture are the Purna river and a 40-
mile belt of the Tapi. Pedhi, Kholat, Shahanur, Bembla, Wardha and Chandrabhaga are the
other rivers affording habitat facilities for fish life and growth. But these rivers are rather
shallow and do not have enough deep pools to serve as perennial fish culturing rivers.
However, the resources afforded by these rivers are exploited to a beneficial extent and
varieties such as Murrel, Wallago, minor carps and several other species of lesser importance
are reared.
The following fishes are found in the tanks and rivers of Amravati District:-
Chana marulius (Murrel) Heteropheustes fossilis (Singi) Chana striatus Clarias batrachus (Magur, Waghur) Chana punclatus Anguilla bengalensis Wallago attu Chela clupeoides Puntius kolus Rasbora daniconius Puntius sarana Puntius ticto Labeo fimbriatus Colisa fasciata Labeo bata Xenentodon cancila Mystus seengala (Singar) Nandus nandus Glossogobius giuris
Besides these species of fish, several types of prawns and crabs are found in the district. Of
these Palaemon carcinus is the commercially important prawn found in Wardha River. In 2007-
2008 the fish production was 3799.5 M.T. Talukawise details are given in the table
FISH PRODUCTION
s.
no.
TAHSIL Area under
river water
(Kms)
Area Suitable
For Pissiculture
( HECT)
ACTUAL AREA (
HECT)
FISH
Production
(MT)
1 Amravati 127 460 450 350
2 Morshi 95 6061 5667 650
3 Warud 82 384 350 305
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4 Tiwasa 103 220 170 280
5 Chandur railway 50 390 375 366
6 Nandgaon ( khande) 35 190 149 225
7 Bhatkuli 25 44 41 50
8 Daryapur 63 44 42 45
9 Anjangaon 85 211 205 180
10 Dharani 100 1309 1245 520
11 Chikhaldara 29 650 531 270
12 Achalpur 89 462 462 300
13 Chandur bazaar 42 202 185 250
Total 963 10638 9882 3799.5
3.4.7.4 Snakes
Amravati district has hilly regions in the north and northeastern borders. These regions adjoin the
Burhanpur, Betul and Chhindwara forests. The other parts of the district are dry and have a black
cotton soil. In fact there seems to be a perpetual scarcity of water in and around Amravati.
Looking to this nature of the terrain therefore it is no wonder that a number of snakes are found
in the north while the south seems to confine to Cobra, Russels Viper, Rat snake and the
Checkered black. In the hilly north there is a likelihood of the prevalence of the rough tailed
snake also.
3.4.7.5 Livestock
The livestock population of the district and its break up under different groups as per 2003
census is given in table
Live Stock Population
s. no. Category Population thousands (2003 census)
1 Cow and Bullock 480
2 Buffaloes 116
3 Sheep and Goats 324
Total live stock 1571
4 Paultry 445
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3.5 Mineral Resources
Mineral form the backbone of Enterprises development and therefore production of various
minerals is taken as a yardstick to know the development activity that has taken place in any
given location.
In view of this, a great emphasis is now being laid on exploration of Mineral deposits in the
country. The state of Maharashtra has also made vigorous efforts to develop its minerals. The
state of Maharashtra is fairly endowed with number of economic mineral deposits. Out of the
state’s total area of 307583 sq.km. Potentially rich mineral area is hardly 37328 sq.kms. This is
further evidenced from the fact that Amravati district has only 5% of mineral bearing area of the
state. With no major primary mineral whose workable reserves are identified in the district for
their supply. However few minerals like limestone, plastic clay etc. do occur in Amravati district.
Clay is very common mineral occurring in great many varieties with different chemical
and physical properties. A variety of clay is known to occur in the district suitable for the
manufacture of pottery, earthenware, low to medium duty refractory bricks, stoneware pipes.
The Bureau of Indian Standards has laid down various specifications for clays to be used for
various purposes. The clay available in the Amravati district may be classified into two
categories.
1. Fire clay
2. Stoneware clay.
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 44:: TTOOUURRIISSMM IINN AAMMRRAAVVAATTII DDIISSTTRRIICCTT
Maharashtra is the third largest State of India, both in area and population. It is located on the
West Coast of India with a 720 km long coastline along the lush green Konkan region. Nestled in
the Western Ghats and the Sahyadri mountain range are several hill stations and water reservoirs
with semi-evergreen and deciduous forests. The Vidarbha region of Maharashtra, with its dense
forests, is home to several wild life sanctuaries and nature parks. Thus all the three regions of
Maharashtra offer considerable tourism potential. Maharashtra abounds in numerous tourist
attractions ranging from ancient cave temples, unspoiled beaches, ancient forts and monuments,
forests and wildlife, unique hill stations, pilgrimage centres, and a rich tradition of festivals, art
and culture. Hence, our campaign slogan for Maharashtra Tourism – “MAHARASHTRA
UNLIMITED!”
Figure 4.1: Detail Map of Maharashtra
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4.1 Tourism in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India. Maharashtra tourism
offers almost everything from its pristine beaches, wildlife sanctuaries, hill stations, natural
caves, waterfalls, to imposing forts, colourful festivals, ancient pilgrimage shrines, museums,
and historical monuments that draw large number of travelers. Tourism in Maharashtra is one
of the fastest growing industries, which brings a lot of foreign exchange and has led to the
generation of employment in the state. Semadoh and Melghat Tiger Reserve Project are on the
national tourism map.
Figure 4.2: Maharashtra Tourist Places Map 4.1.1 Hill Stations
The Western Ghats in Maharashtra is home to several charming hill stations. Most of them
belong to the colonial era the more favourite of them being Matheran and Mahabaleshwar.
Chikhaldara is the only hill station in eastern Maharashtra (Vidarbha) and is of as much
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importance to Vidarbhaites as Matheran/Mahabaleshwar to western Maharashtra. A map
indicating the major hill stations in Maharashtra is shown in the map.
Figure 4.3: Maharashtra State Hill Stations Map
4.1.2 Ecotourism
The state has immense scope for eco-tourism. There are approximately 24 wild life sanctuaries
and National parks. These include three forest areas, which have been declared as Tiger reserves
under the Project Tiger conservation scheme by the Ministry of Environment and Forest,
Government of India. These are
namely Melghat Tiger reserve in
Amravati district, Pench Tiger
reserve in Nagpur district and the
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger reserve in
Chandrapur district. Incidentally
all the three Tiger reserves lie on
the Eastern part of Maharashtra.
4.2 Amravati Tourism
Tourism in Amravati districts
comprises visiting the various
religious sites, places of worship,
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Parks, Forts, Wild Life Sanctuaries, Zoo, Heritage Structures and other religious yatras.
Amravati has many historical and cultural heritages sites. The district has witnessed the reigns of
many kings like the Marathas, Bahmanis and later on the British rule. There are remains of some
very old forts like the Gavilgarh fort in Chikhaldara and Narnala fort near Akot, which falls in
the neighboring Akola district, is contiguous to the forests of Amravati circle. One can glimpse
remnants of the historical past in these places.
Amravati has the distinction of having one third of its geographical areas under forest cover
amounting to about 3.96 lakh hectare area. One of the three Tiger Reserves, namely the Melghat
Tiger Reserves, of Maharashtra is located here. This famous reserve spread over an area of 1676.93
sp km has recently completed 30 years of its existence and is one of the last remaining habitats of
Indian Tiger in Maharashtra. The hilly terrain of the national park gives it a distinct importance as a
tiger habitat as most other reserves are located in plains. Apart from this, the Gugamal National Park
and sanctuaries like Dharni-Kolkaaz, Narnala, Wan and Ambaburwa are also located here. These
forests abound is varied flora and fauna. Wildlife includes tiger, panther, wolves, jackals, gaur,
sambar, chital, mantijac, wild pig, slott bear, four-horned antelope, flying squirrel, common langur,
Chinkara or mountain gazelle, bonnet macaque and other small animals. The forests are also rich in
bird diversity with more than 200 species having been recorded. The flora of Melghat includes many
rare herbs and medicinal plants, which are fast disappearing due to lack of adequate attention and
general pressures of population explosion and conventional development.
Other than above-mentioned areas of conservation importance, Amravati has many historical and
cultural heritages sites. The district has witnessed the reigns of many kings like the Marathas,
Bahmanis and later on the British rule. There are remains of some very old forts like the Gavilgarh
fort in Chikhaldara and Narnala fort near Akot, which falls in the neighboring Akola district but is
contiguous to the forests of Amravati circle. Folk lore has it that the fort of Narnala dates back to the
times of Pandavas, while Gavilarh, is supposed to have been built by the Gawlis, a local pastoral
community. The Narnala fort was first taken over by the Bahmani rulers in medieval times, which
repaired and strengthened it before passing into the control of the British.
Thus one can glimpse remnants of the historical past in these places. Another important aspect,
which could be developed as part an ecotourism strategy, is ‘religious’ tourism. There are many spots
like the year Hanuman temple in Wari founded by a famous saint of Maharashtra, Swami Ramdas;
Dhargad Mahadev Temple, and number of small and big temples in Chikhaldara are regularly
frequented by local people. Though these visits are seasonal and restricted to few important festival
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days in a year, they turn out to be a challenge for local forest administration as the volume of visitors
is very high (sometimes more than twenty thousand in a single day). The impact of so many visitors
in single day can be quite damaging to the forests and wildlife if not regulated in a proper manner.
How these local tourists will be included and dealt with in a mutually beneficial manner is would be
challenge for any ecotourism strategy for the region. As one can see, most of the remains of the forts
and other historical structures also happen to lie in or near the forest areas. This makes it easier to
plan and promote tourist itineraries having multi-dimensional aspects like nature, history, culture and
religion.
4.2.1 Places of interest
General list showing well-known existing tourist places
• Melghat Tiger Reserve, of Project Tiger • Chikhaldara Hill Station • Amravati • Gugarnal National Park
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• Wan Wildlife Sanctuary • Gawilgarh Fort • Ambadevi temple - Historic place to visit and it is ancient one, related with
Rukhminiharan • HVPM Institute(Hanuman Vyayam Prasarak Mandal) - India's Biggest Sport Institute • Kondeshwar & Tapowaneshwar • Salbardi • Nerpinglai • Mozari • Jahagirpur (Marda) • Bhiltek Nagoba Yatra • Ghuikhed • Amla Vishveshwar sant Eknath Maharaj Yatra • Rianmochan Mahadev Yatra • Bahiram • Sawanga Vithoba • Koudanyapur Birth Place of Rukmini • Shahanur Dam, Anjangaon Surji • Simbhora Dam, Morshi • Deonath Math, Anjangaon Surji • Ekveera Temple, Murha, Anjangaon Surji • Vitthal Mandeer, Anjangaon Surji • Bettle Leave Farming, Anjangaon Surji • Saint Ruplal Maharaj, Anjangaon Surji • Saint Gulab Baba Ashram, Takarkheda, Anjangaon Surji • Khandeshwar Bhagawan Temple, Nandgaon Khandeshwar • Rastrasant Tukdoji Maharaj Janmabhumi, Mozari Gurukunj • Amravati, The Leprosy Mission Community Hospital, Kothara • Bahiram fare in Dec-Feb • Riddhapur • Talegaon Dashasahastra
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Table 4.1 Table showing Important Tourist places by Type and Location
Type of Tourists Places
Name of the Places Location
Place of Worship Ambadevi Temple Shri Ambadevi Temple is located in the centre of the city and is devoted to Goddess Ambadevi.
Place of Worship Shri Bhakti Dham Temple
Shri Bhakti Dham Temple is located on Badnera road in Amravati and is devoted to Lord Krishna and his consort, Radha.
Place of Worship Sridham Temple
Sridham Temple situated on the Rallies Plot in the centre of the Amravati city is also known as Satidham
Place of Worship Shri Ekvira Devi Temple Shri Ekvira Devi Temple located near the Shri Ambadevi Temple is in Amravati city. The temple was built in 1660
Wild Life Sanctuaries
Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary
Chikhaldara Wildlife Sanctuary is also known as Wan Wildlife Sanctuary situated in Melghat area. It is a part as well as an extension of the Melghat Tiger Reserve
Zoo Wadali Talao Wadali Talao, one of the popular reservoirs, is situated on the Chandur Railway Road, towards the east of Amravati. This reservoir supplies fresh and clean water in the city
Parks Gugarnal National Park Gugamal National Park was carved out from the Melghat Tiger Reserve in 1987 in Amravati District, Maharashtra.
Forts Gavilgarh Fort Gavilgarh Fort is situated in vicinity of Chikhaldara in Amravati district of Maharashtra. This fort is located at a height of 1103 m, which dates back to around 300 years and has been included under Melghat Tiger Project.
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Heritage Chhatri Talao Chhatri Talao was built in 1888 and is a reservoir, which supplies drinking water to the residents of Amravati city. Situated on the Malkhed Railway Road
Heritage Melghat Tiger Reserve Melghat Tiger Reserve is among the first nine Tiger Reserves situated in the northern part of Amravati district of Maharashtra state.
Heritage Chikhaldara Chikhaldara is a hill resort situated at an altitude of 1118 m in the Vidarbha region of Amravati. The place finds its mention in the epic, the Mahabharata, as it is believed that Bheema killed Keechaka and then threw him into the valley. Thus, the place came to be known as Keechakadara – Chikhaldara. the scenic beauty of Chikhaldara can be enjoyed from Hurricane point, Prospect point and Devi point. Other interesting excursions include Gawilgad and Narnala Fort, the Pundit Nehru Botanical Garden, the tribal museum and the Semadoh lake.
Historical and Religious Centers
Kondeshwar & Tapowaneshwar
Amravati
Salbardi: Shambhu Mahadev Pilgrimage
Amravati, Morshi
Nerpinglai Amravati, Morshi Riddhapur: Shree Govind Prabhu fair of Mahanubhav Culture. Chandur
Bazaar, Amravati
Kaundannyapur: Shree Kaundannyapur fair Tiosa, Amravati Mozari : Rashtra Sant Tukdiji Maharaj Yatra
Tiosa, Amravati
Jahagirpur (Marda) :Hanuman fair
Tiosa, Amravati
Bhiltek Nagoba Yatra Chandur Rly. Ghuikhed: Mendoli baba Yatra
Chandur Rly.
Amla Vishveshwar sant Eknath Maharaj Yatra
Chandur Rly.
Rianmochan Mahadev Yatra
Bhatkuli, Amravati
Bahiram: Bahiram Khandoba & Bahiram Bowaji
Bahiram
Sawanga Vithoba Chandur Rly. Talegaon Dashasahastra:
An ancient Historical town near Chandur Rly. Where there are old temples, bricks that float on water, deep Celler, God Mahadeva's great temple, old wells with Steps
4.3 Heritage of Amravati District
4.3.1 Old Amravati
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Amravati was once surrounded by four gates: Jawahar Gate, Kholapuri Gate, Nagpuri Gate and
Amba Gate. The jwellery market (also known as Sarafa Bazaar) is located inside Jawahar Gate
with renowned shops like Mangalam, Gogate Saraf, Soni jewellers, etc. There are mainly two
parts inside the Fort wall, Bhaji Bazar and Budhwara, famous for the Ganeshotsava (Lord
Ganesh Festival). In Bhaji Bazar, two Ganesh Mandal are famous (1) Chhatrapati Shivaji
Mandal and (2) Sarvajanik Mandal, In Budhwara, the Famous Mandals are (1) Azad Hind
Mandal (2) Nilkanth Mandal, who organize various programs during the 10 days. Also there are
famous Temples located in old Amravati (1) Balkrishna temple, Someshwar Temple, Murlidhar
and bhrahmachari maharaj Temple (Renewed by Deodia family in 1938), Laxmi Narayan
Temple, Jain Shwetamber Temple, Kala Maroti Temple all in Bhaji bazaar, (2) Nilkanth Temple,
Shri Krishna temple, Ekvira Devi temple, all in Budhwara, Amba Devi and Ekvira Devi temple,
Amba Gate.
4.3.2 Forts
Folk lore has it that the fort of Narnala dates back to the times of Pandavas, while Gavilgarh, is supposed to have been built by the Gawlis, a local pastoral community. The Narnala fort was first taken over by the Bahmani rulers in medieval times, which repaired and strengthened it before passing into the control of the British.
1. Gawilgad Fort 2. Narnala Fort. 3. Bhokarbardi Killa
4.4 Water Bodies
Major projects - two in number • Upper Wardha, • Lower Pedi
Medium projects - eight no.
1. Purna 2. Chandra Bhaga 3. Sapan 4. Vasani 5. Garga 6. Pandri 7. Bordi Nalla 8. Pedi Baraj
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Total no. of minor projects in irrigation total 33 in no.
Chargarh, Songaon shivadni, Bhagadi, Bor river, Vagadi barej, Samada sondhadi, Takali kalan ,Rajura,
Chandrabhaga barej, Niman sakhali, Lodni dhawalgiri, Kawara nallah, Niman chargharh,Pak river,
Chandi river, Hira bambai,Nagthada, Karajgaon, Chandas vadhoda, Chandsura, Timtala, Raigharh,
Jhatamajhari, bhimdi, Radapisa , Baghlinga ,Bhada Pawani Shivadgon, Doma ,Aampati, Patiya ,junoon
4.5 Hill Station
1. Gawilgarh hills a part of the Satpuras so named from the fortress situated on one of their
southern spurs, lie between 20° 10’ and 21° 47’N and 76° 40’ and 77° 53’E, and pass from the
Betul district through the Melghat taluka to end at the junction of the rivers Tapti and Purna in
Nimar.
2. Melghat crests of the range attain an average elevation of 3400 feet, the highest point,
according to the calculation being the Bairat plateau of 3866 feet and Chikhaldara and Gawilgarh
being only slightly lower.
3. Tapti Foot Hill : The foot hills bordering on the Tapti have a mean height of about 1650 feet.
The range is composed of Deccan trap of the upper cretaceous or Lower Eocene group.
4. Trap Hills near Amravati - Other range is a low line of trap hills rising in the vicinity of
Amravati and extending eastwards to some distance beyond Chandur Railway with a general
average height of 200 to 300 feet above the surrounding country or about 1500 feet above the
sea-level. Spurs from these hills extend northwards for some distance, and the barrenness of the
land around them is in sharp contrast with the general fertility.
4.6 Consideration under 20 Year Maharashtra State Perspective Plan for Amravati district
Under the 20 Year Maharashtra State Perspective Plan rating of various districts were done on
the bases of existing tourist places and destinations. The higher the rating means better position
among the destinations.
Table 4.2: Zone Wise Ranking of Tourist Destinations and Places
Zone District Destination/ Tourist Place Theme Score
North Zone
Aurangabad Aurangabad City Heritage 37.00Ahmednagar Shirdi Pilgrimage 36.00Aurangabad Ellora Heritage 35.00Aurangabad Ajanta Heritage 33.00Buldana Shegaon Pilgrimage 32.50
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Nasik Nasik City Leisure 31.50Nasik Trimbakeshwar Pilgrimage 29.50Nasik Bhandardara Ecotourism, Leisure 29.50Aurangabad Paithan Cultural 28.00Aurangabad Daulatabad Heritage 27.00Nasik Wani Pilgrimage 25.50Aurangabad Khuldabad Heritage 25.00Nasik Chandvad 23.50Buldana Lonar Crater Ecotourism 21.00
Zone District Destination/ Tourist Place Theme Score
East Zone
Nagpur Nagpur City Leisure, Heritage, Culture, Historical, Pilgrimage 37.50
Wardha Wardha City Historical 34.50Amravati Chikhaldara Hill Station, Heritage 33.00Chandrapur Chandrapur City Pilgrimage 32.50Nagpur Ramtek Pilgrimage 31.00Amravati Amravati City Pilgrimage, Hub 30.50Nagpur Pench Tiger Reserve Ecotourism 29.50Nagpur Totladoh Leisure 29.50Wardha Sewagram Historical 28.50Chandrapur Bhadravati Pilgrimage 28.00Wardha Paunar Historical 28.00Nagpur Khindsi Leisure 27.00
Chandrapur Tadoba‐Andheri Tiger Reserve Ecotourism 27.00
Bhandara Bhandara City Hub 26.50Gondia Nawegaon NP Ecotourism 26.50Amravati Melghat Tiger Reserve Ecotourism 24.50Gondia Nagzira Wildlife S. Ecotourism 24.50
Zone District Destination/ Tourist Place Theme Score
South zone
Sholapur Pandhrapur Pilgrimage 35.00Dharashiv Tuljapur Pilgrimage 32.50Prabhani Aundha Nagnath Pilgrimage 27.00Beed Parali Vaijanath Pilgrimage 27.00Beed Ambejogai Pilgrimage 26.50
Zone District Destination/ Tourist Place Theme Score
West Zone
Mumbai Mumbai City Leisure, Heritage, Culture, Historical, Pilgrimage 40.00
Pune Pune City Leisure, Heritage, Culture, Historical, Pilgrimage 35.50
Ratnagiri Ganapatipule Pilgrimage, Beach 35.00Sindhudurg Sawantwadi Leisure 35.00
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Kolhapur Kolhapur city Pilgrimage 34.00Raigad Alibag Beach 33.00Pune Bhimashankar Hill station 33.00Sindhudurg Malvan Heritage, Beach 33.00Satara Mahabaleshwar Hill station 32.00
West Zone
Raigad Janjira Heritage, Beach 31.50Sindhudurg Kudal Leisure 31.50Kolhapur Panhala Heritage, Leisure 31.50Ratnagiri Ratnagiri City Beach, Heritage 31.00Sindhudurg Vengurla Beach 31.00Sindhudurg Amboli Leisure 30.50Sindhudurg Devgad Mango, Beach 30.50Raigad Elephanta Heritage 29.50Pune Ashtavinayak Pilgrimage 29.00Raigad Srivardhan Pilgrimage, Beach 29.00Raigad Harihareshwar Pilgrimage, Beach 28.50Pune Lonavala‐Khandala Hill station 28.50Kolhapur Jotiba Pilgrimage 28.00Satara Panchgani Leisure 28.00Sindhudurg Vijaydurg Heritage 28.00Raigad Pratapgad Heritage 27.50Sindhudurg Tarkali Beach 27.50Ratnagiri Diveagar Pilgrimage, Beach 27.00Sindhudurg Kunkeshwar Pilgrimage/ Beach 27.00Raigad Matheran Hill station 26.50Satara Koyna Leisure 26.00Sindhudurg Velneshwar Pilgrimage, Beach 26.00Satara Wai Pilgrimage, Leisure 26.00Raigad Karnala Eco 25.50Sindhudurg Mithbao Beach 25.50Sindhudurg Jaigad Heritage, Beach 25.00Ratnagiri Dervan Cultural 24.50Kolhapur Dajipur Eco 23.50Ratnagiri Hedvi Beach 23.00Ratnagiri Karde Beach 21.00Ratnagiri Murud‐Harne Heritage, Beach 21.00Ratnagiri Pavas Pilgrimage 20.00Ratnagiri Anjarle Pilgrimage 18.50
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This is a table representing the state level ranking of different tourist spots which are ranging from 18 to 40, in which Amravati district getting 33 on a state level it has greater importance as tourism point of view.
Table 4.3: Project rating by theme of Destination and Tourist Places
zone Project Concept Destination/ tourist Place theme Rank
EAST ZONE
Know Gandhi Program Wardha Special Interest 34.5Signage's leading to various Temples Bhadravati Infrastructure 26Elephant Safari Tadoba Ecotourism 25.5Communication Facility Tadoba Res. Infrastructure 29.5Elephant Safari Nawegaon NP Ecotourism 25.5Bamboo Handicraft/ Furniture shops Nagpur Socio Economic 38Musical fountain at Kalidas Smarak Ramtek Entertainment 30Communication facility near temple Ramtek Infrastructure 31.5Restaurant Totladoh Amenity 27 Melghat orientation center Amravati Ecotourism 33Repair of approach roads to points Chikhaldara Infrastructure 24View point development Chikhaldara Infrastructure 23Coffee shop & outlet for coffee grown locally Chikhaldara Socio Economic 30Restoration of Gawilgad fort Chikhaldara Conservation 22.5Petrol/Diesel supply facility Chikhaldara Infrastructure 19Trekking Route Semadoh Ecotourism 31.5Electrical supply strengthen Semadoh Infrastructure 19.5Renovation of Semadoh tourist complex Semadoh restoration 29Regular vehicular connection to Chikhaldara Semadoh Infrastructure 27STD connection at Semadoh village Semadoh Infrastructure 24.5
Table 4.4 : Major attraction included in the 20 year Maharashtra state tourism perspective plan
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4.6.1 Proposed projects for Chikhaldara under 20 Year Maharashtra State Perspective
Plan
1. Coffee bar at Chikhaldara 2. Public amenities at Chikhaldara. 3. Budget and Non star luxury accommodation at Chikhaldara. 4. Area development plan for Chikhaldara. 5. Garden with Musical fountain at Chikhaldara. 6. Convention centre at Chikhaldara. 7. Health resort at Chikhaldara. 8. Trekking route development at Semadoh. 9. Cottage accommodation at Semadoh village. 10. Melghat orientation centre at Amravati.
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Amravati district is located on the state tourism map with few important tourism destinations like
Chikhaldara, Melghat tiger reserve and Semadoh. These tourism destinations attain a higher rank among
the destinations among other districts’ destinations.
5.1 Hill Station - Chikhaldara
Chikhaldara is located on longitude 21 degrees 21' N, latitude 77 degrees 22' E. Chikhaldara,
Dharni and Melghat extends over an area sq. kms. It forms the major port of Amravati district of
Maharashtra in India. It is divided into two plateaus. The lower plateau is at 36oo ft (MSL) AND
the upper Plateau is at 3650 ft.
The Chikhaldara and Dharni are two major towns in
the area. Chikhaldara is located on the sudden high
plateau. It is also famous for coffee plantation. It is the
only place in Vidarbha where wind energy is
generated and these two winds are one of the points of
tourist attraction.
The only hill station in the Vidarbha region offers an abundance of wildlife, viewpoints, lakes
and waterfalls. Chikhaldara has many things to be explored. It is named after "Keechaka". This is
the place where Bheema killed villainous Keechaka and threw him into the valley. It thus came
to be known as "Keechakadara"-"Chikhaldara" is its corruption. Chikhaldara is full of deep
valleys, and these valleys are full of velvet mist and majestic trees. Chikhaldara is situated at an
altitude of 1,118 m and has the added distinction of being the only coffee-growing area in
Maharashtra. Chikhaldara is full of deep valleys, and these valleys are full of velvet mist and
majestic trees. All this makes it a very popular summer retreat. With abundance of natural
scenery, exciting wildlife, breathtaking waterfalls and a placid lake, the beauty of Chikhaldara is
overwhelming. The climate is always breezy and walking on the clouds often becomes a reality.
It abounds in wildlife - panthers, sloth bears, sambars, wild boar, even the rarely seen wild dogs.
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5.1.1 Chikhaldara town
Chikhaldara is the only hill station in Vidarbha region, a small town with Nagar Parishad. It is
spread around 25 km from Motha to Vairat and around 394H area. In 1823, Hyderabad
contingent K. Robince discovered the Chikhaldara. The British Government resided in this place.
It is important from mythological point of view as it shows Pandavas from Mahabharat visited
this place and few places are still known from their names. The original name of Chikhaldara is
Kichakdara. The population of Chikhaldara tahsil is 118659, rural 171686 and urban 5151
according to 2011 census. Chikhaldara town has 3081 population in 1991.
Table 3.1 Historic Census Population for Chikhaldara Town
S.No YEAR POPULATION DECADAL GROWTH IN %
1 1981 2620
2 1991 3081 17.56%
3 2001 4711 52.91%
4 2011 5151 9.34%
(Source: Census 2001)
Semadoh village
Located 43km from Achalpur, it is a village with 1367 population in 1981 and 1630 in 2001. The
area of village is 244.79 hectare out of which 35.90 forest area.
5.1.2 Connectivity
Chikhaldara can be easily accessed. Chikhaldara is approachable from Amravati town which lies on
Dhule-Nagpur road. Amravati is 137 km from Nagpur and Semadoh is 100km from Amravati and 763
km from Mumbai. The Closest Railway Station is at Badnera (Amravati), trains going from Mumbai to
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5.1.4 Tourist Destinations and Places at Chikhaldara
5.1.4.1 The names of important tourist points in Chikhaldara are as mentioned below.
• Chikhaldara wild life sanctuary • Bhimkund (Kitchakdari) • Vairat Devi • Sunset Point • Bir Dam • Panchbol Point • Kalapani Dam • Mahadev Mandir • Semadoh Tiger Project • Hurricane Point • Mozari Point • Prospects Point • Devi Point • Monkey Point • Goraghat • Shakkar Lake • Semadoh Lake • Malviya and Sunrise Point • The Pundit Nehru Botanical Garden
5.1.4.2 Tourist Attraction in Chikhaldara
• The tribal Museums • Waterfall • Dharkhura • Bakadari • Muktagiri • Forts-
o Gawilgarh Fort o Narnala Fort o Amner Fort
1. BheemKund: the famous spot BheemKund is 3km away from Chikhaldara and accessible by tar road. It is around 3500 ft deep. It was named on Bheem.
2. Vairat Devi and Sunset Point: the place is 10 km away from Chikhaldara and accessible by road. This place is in the scenic beauty of nature. People visit this place at sunset. It was the capital of Viraj King from Mahabharat. The small Devi temple is famous in this village. People visit this temple during Navratri and Choutras.
3. Veer Talao (Lake): in 1890, the lake was constructed under British Empire. It was made by basalt and stone. It was made for solders so called as “Veer Talao”.
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4. Panchbol Point: it is 4km away from Veer Talao. It is famous for echo and therefore also known as five echo point.
5. British symmetry: the grave yard of British soldiers and their family’s grave is present which were died in the battle of Gawilgad fort.
6. Shivsagar Point and Black Water Lake: black water lake is situated towards the upper plateau. It was constructed by Maharashtra Jeevan Pradhikarn and small Raam temple was constructed there. It is accessible by road and this straight road goes to Shivsagar point. It is famous for the sunset.
7. Mahadev Mandir: it is 6 km from Black Water Lake and people visit this place in the month of Shravan.
8. Devi Point: it is 1.5 km from Chikhaldara bus stand. People visit this place during Chaitra month.
9. Mozari Point: it is 2 km from hotel Green. It has a provision of Helipad. 10. Rajapathi: The hills near upper plateau are known as Rajpathi and Gond Raja tomb is
situated there. 11. Government garden: This garden is situated on upper plateau. It was made by British
government and therefore known as Company garden. It has a facility of swimming pool as well as mini train.
12. Hurricane Point: this point is on the upper plateau near the garden. 13. Goraghat Point: it is on the upper plateau near tourist cottages developed by Maharashtra
tourism development in the scenic beauty. 14. Prospect Point and Thakur Point: this point is near Deepshikha solders’ school. One can
enjoy the dense forest from this point. 15. Monkey point: this point is near the forest department training school which is on the way of
Vairat. 16. Long point: this point is 2km from the forest department school in the dense forest. 17. Malviya and Sunrise Point: this point is on the way of Chikhaldara Paratwada road. The
sunrise from this point is tourist attraction point. 18. Museum: there were two museums, out of them one is at forest department training school
and one at Tiger project. 19. Shakker lake and water games: it is on the way of Gawilgad fort. The water of this lake is
used by Maharashtra Jeevan Pradhikaran project. The water sport facility is also available by the Maharashtra tourism development authority.
20. Semadoh – Tiger Project: Melghat Tiger Project was started in 1973. It is on the way of Chikhaldara to Semadoh. The lodging facility and museum is available in the Melghat Tiger Project.
5.1.5 Tourist Flow
Tourists come from all over the country, especially Maharashtra and Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. A
large portion of visitors to Chikhaldara are from neighboring cities like Amravati, Akola and Nagpur.
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1,00,000 p.a. 30,000 p.a.
5.1.6 Characteristics of Tourists and Spending Pattern
Tourist visit Chikhaldara hill station for Leisure and adventure sports like trekking etc. The normal age group of tourists visiting Chikhaldara is given in table. Repeat tourism is a strong phenomenon - A large number of tourists visit the spot twice or thrice, while few especially trekkers visit the spot every year.
Age group %age Age Group %age
3‐14 5% 15‐24 20%
25‐34 30% 34‐44 20%
45‐54 20% 55 and above 5%
The tourists visiting Chikhaldara are of medium income level governing with moderate spending pattern.
The Chikhaldara hill station is quite crowded in peak months, hence there is a need of more lodging
boarding facility of moderate cost level.
Spending pattern
Overnight: Rs 500 – 700 per day
Day tourists: Rs 300 - 400 per day
Repeat tourists: High for Chikhaldara, many tourists visit here even twice a year. Trekkers are
sure visitors every Monsoon.
The ratio of expenditure is as below
Accommodation 50% Food 25% Transport 25%
5.1.7 Major Attractions Attraction Location Theme Tourist type
Chikhaldara view point 5‐6 km radius in Chikhaldara Nature Family Youth/ Trekkers
Gawilgad Fort 5‐6 km radius in Chikhaldara Heritage
Semadoh 2km Nature
Ambadevi temple Amravati city Pilgrimage Pilgrimage
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5.1.8 Infrastructure
Good basic infrastructure facility is available at
Chikhaldara. There is sometimes scarcity of water
supply during summers. Semadoh forest tourist
complex is in a very shabby state. The potential is availability of 20 Acre land that can sustain 20 Will
mills producing 20 Mega W electricity sufficient for
Chikhaldara Area .
a. Accommodation
Type Capacity ( Rooms) 5 star hotels ‐ 0 0 3 star hotels ‐0 0 2 star hotels ‐0 0 High budget ‐5 100 Budget category ‐6 120
b. Infrastructure
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c. Other entertainment facility
There is no attractive other entertainment facility at Chikhaldara and the status can be termed “Poor”. As
far as Environment Status and Regulations are concern, Whole of Semadoh and a certain portion of
Chikhaldara have been demarked as NDZ. The natural features and attraction are very good.
5.1.9 Employment Opportunities and Avenues
Majority of the population of Chikhaldara is engaged in tourism activity. A part of the local tribes in the
surrounding villages are engaged in farming activity. It is a Bottlenecks/ Constraints for further
development as Chikhaldara and Semadoh being a NDZ, limited development are possible.
5.1.10 Strength and weakness
(I) Strength of attraction
Chikhaldara is very popular and well known destination. It is the only Hill Station in the whole Vidarbha
region. Semadoh being a Tiger reserve is a unique destination in itself. Incidentally, it also has the highest
number of Tigers than any other reserve in Maharashtra.
(ii) Weakness
Melghat Tiger reserve has a poor system of showing the Tiger to the visitor. Also the sighting possibility
of a Tiger is very low due to hilly terrain.
5.1.11 Proposal for Development
a. The Chikhaldara region can be developed as a circuit by connecting nearby spots especially the virgin
spots. Few proposed adventure sports will also be a new attraction at Chikhaldara. The proposed
convention center will attract corporate tourists for year-round tourism. Chikhaldara is also a potential
spot for developing an amusement park. The proposal suggested for Chikhaldara under state 20 years
perspective tourism plan has also been included. Following is the list of projects that can be developed at
Chikhaldara;-
1. Coffee bar at Chikhaldara 2. Public amenities at Chikhaldara. 3. Budget and Non-star luxury accommodation at Chikhaldara. 4. Area development plan for Chikhaldara. 5. Garden with Musical fountain at Chikhaldara. 6. Convention centre at Chikhaldara 7. Health Spa/resort at Chikhaldara. 8. Development of Tourism Circuit with necessary facilities 9. Butterfly park 10. Amusement park 11. Adventure sports. 12 Golf course 12 tees at Chikhaldara
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b. Under Maharashtra tourism policy, the Chikhaldara Development plan was prepared by CIDCO and it got more importance because of the nearest Tiger project. The project considerations are as follow: -
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5.2. Melghat Tiger Reserve (MTR) Melghat was declared a Tiger Reserve and was among the
first nine Tiger Reserves notified in 1973-74 under the Project
Tiger. It is in northern part of Amravati District of
Maharashtra State. Located close by Chikhaldara is the
famous Melghat Tiger Reserve which has more than 100
tigers. Melghat is located on longitude 21 degrees 21' N,
latitude 77 degrees 22' E. It forms the major port of Amravati
district of Maharashtra in India. The Tapti River and the
Gawilgad ridge of the Satpura Range form the boundaries of
the Reserve. The Tapi River flows through the northern end of
the Melghat Tiger Reserve, through a forest which lies within
the catchment area of the river system. They are five major
rivers: the Khandu, Khapra, Sipna, Gadga and Dolar, all of
which are tributaries of the river Tapti. The North-Eastern boundary of the Reserve is marked by
River Tapti. Many different kinds of wildlife, both flora and fauna, are found here. It is a prime
habitat of Tiger. The forest is Tropical Dry Deciduous in nature, dominated by Teak. Melghat is
prime biodiversity repository of the Maharashtra State. The type of forest of Melghat Tiger
Project is of deciduous nature.
Melghat Tiger Reserve is located on southern offshoot of the Satpura Hill Range in Central
India, called Gawilgad hill in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The ridge running east-west has its
highest point at Vairat (1178 m. above msl.), forms the south-western boundary of the Reserve.
It is a prime habitat of the tiger. The forest is tropical dry deciduous in nature, dominated by teak
Tectona grandis. The Reserve is a catchment area for five major rivers viz. Khandu, Khapra,
Sipna, Gadga and Dolar, all of which are tributaries of the river Tapti. The north-eastern
boundary of the Reserve is marked by the Tapti River. Melghat is the prime biodiversity
repository of the state.
The sudden slope of Melghat forms the part of catchment of river Purna. The three major
tributaries originating from Melghat region and draining into river Purna are Chandrabhaga,
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adnani and wan. Chikhaldara is located on high sudden plateau at an altitude of 1100 ms. above
MSL.
Nature has offered protection to Melghat in the form of a rugged topography with only a few
entry points. The Makhala, Chikhaldara, Chiladari, Patulda and Gugamal are the large plateau
amidst rugged terrain. Contiguity of forests in Satpura Hill Range guarantees the long-term
conservation potential of the area.
5.2.1 Conservation History
Previously, Melghat Tiger Sanctuary was created in 1985 with an area of 1597.23 sq.
km. Gugarnal National Park was carved out of this Sanctuary in 1987. Melghat area was
declared a Tiger Reserve in 1974. Presently, the total area of the Reserve is 1676.93 sq. km. The
core area of the Reserve, the Gugarnal National Park with an area of 361.28 sq. km. and buffer
area of the Reserve, the Melghat Tiger Sanctuary with an area of 788.28 sq. km. (of which 21.39
sq. km. is non-forest), were together re-notified by the state government in 1994 as Melghat
Sanctuary. The remaining area is management as 'multiple use area'. And The Management plan
for Melghat Tiger Reserve has been sanctioned by the Government for the period 2004-05 to
2013-14.
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5.2.2 Linkage
Melghat is approachable by Road, Rail and Air. Semadoh is the main centre from tourist point of
view.
By road: this is 13 km from Semadoh, 25 km from Chikhaldara, 45 km from Paratwada, 50 km
from Amravati and 160 km from Nagpur.
By Railway: connected through Badnera junction
By Air: Nagpur is the nearest airport.
5.2.3 Climate
The considerable altitudinal variations in Melghat
gives rise to smart variations in rainfall which ranges
from 1000 mm to 2050 mm. The rainfall is received
in 50 to 60 rainy days during July to September.
Winter is cooled and summer is extremely hot. Temperature varies from 6 degrees Celsius to
43.6 degrees Celsius. The average mean maximum annual temperature is 46⁰ C. and the average
mean minimum temperature is 40⁰ C and rainfall 950 mm to 1400 mm .
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5.2.4 Habitat:
This are constitutes forest which are part of world’s fifth biologically richest heritage country. It
has species like Tiger and of the endangered Gaur and other animals like Wild dog, Jackal, Sloth
bear, Leopard, Caracal, etc.
The People: Inhabitants of Melghat are predominantly scheduled tribes. These include ‘Korku’,
‘Gond’ and ‘Nihal’. ‘Balai’ is a major constituent in the category of scheduled castes. A race
designated as ‘Gaolan’ belongs to backward class. The remaining population is made up of
‘Gaoli’ and others. It is seen that majority of the villagers residing within the MTR are Korkus
and percentage of Gonds, Balais, Gaolis are limited.
5.2.5 Major Flora More than 700 plant species have been enlisted in Melghat. Teak is the
predominant tree species. Saag is very famous in Melghat. This tree is very tall so Korku people
called it as Patel Sapna.
5.2.6 Major Fauna Tiger, Leopard, Sloth bear, Wild dog, Jackal, Sambar, Gaur, Barking deer,
Nilgai, Cheetal, Chousinga, Ratel, Flying Squirrel, Wild boar, Langur, Rhesus monkey,
Porcupine, Pangolin, Mouse deer, Python, Otter, Caracal, are the main species which are found
here.
5.2.7 Tourist attraction point
1. Panchdhara: it is on Sipna River. Where 5 tributaries are visible is known as
Panchdhara.
2. Chourakund: it is on Khapra River. The area with number of Jalkund on Khapra River
is known’s as Chourakund.
5.2.8 Infrastructure and Facilities Available
1. lodging and boarding facility at Semadoh:
• 4 dormitories,
• 10 huts and tent facility.
Tent facility has been established at 11 different places to facilitate trekking in the Reserve.
2. Education and Awareness: A Nature Education and Interpretation Centre at Semadoh.
Around 50 thousand people visit this centre annually.
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3. Jungle Safari at Semadoh
4. Nature trails – Trekking routes
5.2.9 Infrastructure and Facilities Required
1. Information centre
2. Medicine Plantation
3. Tourist Guides
4. Wildlife museum and Amphitheater at Semadoh
5. Melghat orientation centre at Amravati.
5.2.10 Tourist Information Centres
Melghat Project Tiger has established major T.I.C. (Tourist Information Centre) in Amravati,
Semadoh, Harisal, Gullarghat, and Chikhaldara. The center at Amravati is to orient city dwellers
before they visit Melghat Sanctuary. The Semadoh Nature Education and Interpretation Center is
recognized as one of the best in the Country. It provides interpretation facilities in the form of
Information Center. Wildlife area drives by any bus, tracks routes, nature trails and wildlife
films. The low cost accommodation for about 100 persons is provided in the pictures
surroundings on the bank of river Sipna. It offers an ideal site for holding nature camp for
children and enthusiastic trackers.
Information Center at Harisal forcea on highlighting tribal culture especially korkus. The center
at Gullarghat facilitates tourist coming from south i.e. Akot and Akola. It has emphasis on the
Medicinal and Ethno botanical use of wild plants. The major tourist attractions near Gullarghat
Information Center are Sulainala waterfall, Mahadeo temple and Medicinal plant cultivation
area. The M.P.C.A. (Medicinal Plant Cultivation Area) is protected with the help of local people.
It has Narnala Fort on the North Side.
5.2.11 Wan Wildlife Sanctuary
Wan Sanctuary is nothing but, an extension of the Melghat Tiger reserve. Situated on the
southern side of Melghat, the sanctuary falls under the Amravati district of Maharashtra only.
Dotted with tropical dry deciduous forests, the hilly and jagged terrain of the Wan Wildlife
Sanctuary is home to a large as well as rich variety of flora and fauna.
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5.2.12 Proposal for Development
i. Information cum interpretation centre
ii. Medicine Plantation and herbal park
iii. Tourist Guides and training center for tourist guides
iv. Wildlife museum and Amphitheater at Semadoh
v. Melghat orientation centre at Amravati.
vi. Non-star lodging facility ( Budget accommodation)
vii. Star lodging facility
viii. Restaurant offering varied cuisines ix. Trekking route development at Semadoh.
X.Cottage accommodation at Semadoh village
5.3 Forts
Gavilgarh fort and Narnala fort
The Gavilgarh fort on the Chikhaldara plateau and Narnala fort (under Akola district) abetting
southeastern part of Melghat Tiger Reserve add to the aesthetic value of the area. Visitors to
these archaeological monuments enjoy the serene forests in the backdrop.
Amner fort
Amner fort often called Jilpi Amner occupies an elevated position immediately overlooking the water of
Garga and Tapti at their junction.
5.3.1 GAWILGAD FORT
5.3.1.1 Connectivity:
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Chikhaldara is 250 km from Nagpur, 120 km from Akola and 85km
from Amravati.
Latitude: 21°47’N and 77°33’E and M.S.L. is 3600 ft.
Gawilgarh fort is situated in the Satpuda ranges 3km from Chikhaldara Taluka. It is situated on the edge of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The Tapi and Purna rivers meet each other at the Nimaj which is very near to this place. The Tapi River divides Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh and Purva River is the largest river in the district. The highest point of Satpuda Hills is around
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3400 ft. The fort is visible from 3-4 km because of its location. It is under the archeological department of India.
5.3.1.2 History
Gawilgarh fort was very famous in the history of Warad. It was considered that who won the Gawilgarh fort - won the Warad Empire. It was very important as protection point of view because of its location. It was constructed by Raja Gawali in 12th century and the fort was named on his name. Ahamadshaha III selected Emadshaha in 1471 for Warad. Then Emadshaha constructed Shardul Door. In 1572, The Gawilgarh and Narnada fort was included in Nijam Empire. In 1577, Navab Murtija Nijam has repaired the fort for self protection.. After 1744, the Gawilgarh fort was ruled by Bhosale. In 1822, the Gawilgarh fort came under British Empire and in 1947 it got the freedom.
5.3.1.3 Architecture
Gawilgarh fort has great architectural character. In this fort many architectural treasury like Jama masjid, Lahan masjid, Darbar hall, Topkhana, Satiche tulsivrundavn, Panchdatu tof, etc are present. It is spread around 10 to 12 km and surrounded by natural beauty. Basalt stone was used for construction of this fort and lime use for joining the stone. It has 9 gates. The names of these gates are:
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1. NINE gates
1. Main gate – Machhali darwaja 2. Bujarband / Veerbhan darwaja 3. Shardul darwaja 4. Dusra darwaja 5. Dilli darwaja 6. Kichak darwaja 7. Khind darwaja / Mozri darwaja (Khuni darwaja) 8. Bastapur darwaja 9. Firfatte darwaja
Out of these 9 gates, three gates were most important and they are Shardul darwaja, Dilli darwaja and Firfatte darwaja.
2. SHARDUL DARWAJA:
It is a third gate from Chikhaldara side. This gate was situated in the middle area of the fort. It is
stronger as compare to other gate. Two Tiger, Six Elephant, tree, two eagles etc. was carved on
it. Direction of this gate is in east side. This gate is also known as Gandbhairund door.
3. DILLI DARWAJA:
Delhi door was very important for the protection purpose. It was the strongest gate in the fort. The historically very important – during the battle with British, Bonising was died at this gate.
4. FIRFATTE DARWAJA:
It was the last and strongest gate on southern side of the fort. Pirpathari is real name of this gate.
5.3.1.4 OTHER IMPORTANT BUILDINGS OF THE FORT:
The Hindu and Yamani architectural style is present in the entire Gawilgad fort. There was
number of buildings like Temple, Godown, Jama masjid, Hattikhana, Lahan masjid, Barudkhana,
Nagarkhana, Telkhana etc.
1. Lahan (small) Masjid:
This masjid was situated near Dev Lake at the southern side of Delhi gate. This Masjid was
constructed on 4 columns and 8 half poles. It was facing towards eastern side.
2.Store house: It is situated on the southern side of Small Masjid. It was constructed on 20columns and 3ft above the ground level. 3.Tomb: This was situated near to Dev Lake. The upper portion is of the tomb is circular.
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4.Temple: This temple was situated on southern side of Dev Lake. The architectural style of this temple is of Bhosale period with intricate carving on the walls. 5.Jama masjid: Architecturally Jama masjid was very important. It was situated on southern side of hills. It can be seen from the first entrance gate. This masjid has 21 domes and 3 verandahs with 4 minarets surrounding. But of these four only one minaret is existing. In 1488, Fateulla repaired this Masjid. 6.Rani Mahal: It was constructed for queens. The carving of this Mahal is very intricate and beautiful. 7.Rani Zharokha: The zharokha was situated near Fatte gate. One can see Amravati, Achalpur, Akola, and Anjanpur from this zharokha. 8.Buruj (Bastion): This is very important part of the fort which was used during battle for locating enemies. There were five buruj in this fort. They are:
1. Mozari buruj, 2. Chandani buruj, 3. Teliya buruj, 4. Son killa buruj, and 5. Bahram buruj.
1. Mozari Buruj: It is very important example of an Indian
architectural style. It was situated on the Mozari side. And it was three stories high.
2. Baharam Buruj: This is very important and famous as compare to other buruj. In 1577, this castion was
constructed by Baharam. It was constructed in lime and Pashan. It was situated on south-western side of the fort.
9 Lakes (Talao): There were total 10 lakes in Gawilgarh fort. They are as:
1. Shankkar Talao 2. Dhobi Talao 3. Machhali Talao 4. Dariyakund 5. Dev Talao 6. Lendi Talao 7. Sati Talao
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8. Bamji Talao 9. Kham Talao 10. Shani Talao
Out of these lake Shankar Talao, Dev Talao and Dhobi Talao contain water throughout the year.
10.Queen’s Bathroom:
This bathroom was only for royal ladies. It has square shaped tank and area for dressing. This bathroom was surrounded by 20ft high wall and it was directly connected to Rani Mahal through subway.
11. Gawilgarh’s Tof:
There were 10 Tof present at Gawilgad fort. Out of them Kaalbhairav and Bijali were the most important. They were placed at Peer Fatte gate and other is towards Chikhaldara. They were 22 ft and 16 ft long respectively.
12. Ashatdhatu Tof:
It was made out of 8 metals like gold and silver. It was kept at forest department office. Out of entire Tof only 3ft long piece was left. It is around 3 to 4 quintal.
5.3.1.5 Proposal for Development
a. Information cum interpretation centre b. Medicine Plantation and herbal park c. Tourist Guides d. Non-star lodging facility ( Budget accommodation) e. Star lodging facility f. Restaurant offering varied cuisines g. Light and sound show facility with latest technology h. Developing tourism around 10 lakes
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Amner Fort
5.3.2.1 Connectivity:
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Achalpur is 110 km from the destination. Connectivity is from
Achalpur to Dharni (90km), Dharni to Bhoker Burdi (15km) and Bhoker Burdi to Amner fort (5km).
Latitude: 21°31’N and 76°47’E and M.S.L. is 2900 ft.
The Amner fort near Amner village in Melghat Taluka is situated on the elevated part immediately
overlooking the waters of the Garga and Tapti at the junction.
5.3.2.2 Description
The Amer fort also called Jilpi Amner is a small fort is famous for its architecture and importance during
historic wars. It is a compact looking quadrangular building of brick and mud pointed with mortar. The
walls are flanked by four round bastions of the same material, and enclose about an acre of ground. The
west angle is occupied by a mosque, which with its minarets towering about the rest of the fort, present a
picturesque object. The north-west approach is on level with the left bank of the Tapti is very steep and
lofty. The gateways and a portion of the ramparts were destroyed in 1858 and the guns four/five in
numbers were also removed. It lay in the line of Tantia Topi’s retreat.
5.3.2.3 Proposal for Development
a. Tourist Guides b. Non-star lodging facility ( Budget accommodation) c. Restaurant offering varied cuisines d. Light and sound show facility with latest technology e. Developing tourism around the river junction f. Improving connectivity
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5.4 Amravati Town
Amravati is one of the prominent cities in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The city housing the
headquarters of the Amravati district is well known for its great religious, commercial and social
significance. The city’s landscape is dotted by historical landmarks like temples of Goddess
Amba, Lord Shri Krishna and Shri Venkateshwara. Owing to great significance latest news from
Amravati is a common affair.
There are a number of good quality educational institutions in Amravati imparting world-
class education to the students from all over India. Besides, the city is also fast emerging as
tourist destination. The visit of the city is a hassle free affair as accommodation of every whim
and budget can be found in the city. Population of Amravati city in 2011 is 646,801; of which
male and female are 330,544 and 316,257 respectively. The sex ratio of Amravati city is 957 per
1000 males.
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In education section, total literates in Amravati city are 543,568 of which 284,490 are
males while 259,078 are females. Average literacy rate of Amravati city is 93.03 percent of
which male and female literacy was 95.52 and 90.44 percent.
Total children (0–6) in Amravati city are 62,497 as per figure from Census India report on 2011.
There were 32,713 boys while
29,784 are girls. Child sex ratio
of girls is 910 per 1000 boys
The total area of the city is
270 km2 of which 181 km2 falls
under municipal limits and about
89 km2 falls out off the
municipal limits.
Amravati is growing as an
industrial center, with its cotton
mills touching new heights of
advancement. Amravati is where you can find as an ideal place to roam around at the time when
you come to Maharashtra on a holiday tour.
5.4.1 Location
Amravati is located at 20.93°N and 77.75°E. It has an average elevation of 343 metres
(1125 feet). It lies 156 km (97 mi) west of Nagpur, and serves as the administrative center of
Amravati District and of Amravati Division.
5.4.2 Connectivity
Amravati city is located on national highway Number 06. It is connected by road and railways to
other parts of the state and country. Amravati is situated 156 km away from Nagpur.
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5.4.3 Infrastructure
Road
Two wheelers and city buses run by the Amravati Municipal Corporation are the major forms of transport within the city. Auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws are also popular. The Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) provides transport services for intercity and interstate travel. Many private operators also ply on the highly traveled Amravati – Pune and Amravati –Indore route. Bus services to cities like Nagpur, Bhopal, Indore, Raipur, Jabalpur, Mumbai, Pune, Akola, Nanded, Aurangabad, Parbhani are also available. The NH6, which runs from Hazira (Surat) to Kolkata, passes through Amravati.
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Railway
Amravati is situated on the branch line from Badnera on Bhusawal – Nagpur section of Mumbai (CSTM) – Howrah main railway line of Central Railways.
Ex President Pratibha Patil laid the foundation stone for the New Amravati Model Railway Station building on 7 September 2008. It was inaugurated on 10 December 2011. The new train Amravati-Tirupati Express was flagged off on the same date. Former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav announced the decision to set up a new divisional railway office in Amravati which will be housed in the model railway station building. This will be the sixth divisional railway office of Central Railways, the other five divisions being in Mumbai, Nagpur, Solapur, Bhusawal and Pune.
Amravati railway station provides multiple shuttle services to Badnera throughout the day. Along with this, following trains originate from here.
• Amravati – Jabalpur Super Fast Express • Amravati – Nagpur Intercity Express • Amravati – Mumbai Superfast Express • Amravati – Surat Fast Passenger • Amravati – Nagpur Passenger • Amravati – Bhusaval Passenger • Amravati – Tirupati Superfast Express • Amravati – Pune Express (Bi-weekly) via Akola, Purna and Latur
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Air
Amravati Airport, located at Belora, 15 kilometers off NH-6 towards Akola, is operated by the
Maharashtra Airport Development Company (MADC). Presently it has no commercial scheduled
flights. The Nagpur Flying Club has applied to DGCA for permission to shift its flying
operations to Amravati airport. It also has a helipad facility. MADC is acquiring about 400
Hectares of land for developing the airport and related facilities at an estimated cost of Rs. 225
Crores.
5.4.4 Tourism in Amravati city
The town is located near the passes through the hills that separate the cotton-growing
regions of the Purna basin to the West and the Wardha basin to the East. There are two lakes in
the eastern part of the city, Chhatri Talao & Wadali Talao. Pohara & Chirodi hills are to the east
of the city. The Maltekdi hill is inside the city, it is 60 meters high. This region also commands
the glory of housing Shivtekdi, a popular hilltop place that attracts numerous joggers. Authorities
are also making efforts to develop Maaltekdi as a tourist destination.
The city of Amravati enjoys an amazing location that is near to the hills. This region also
commands the glory of housing Shivtekdi, a popular hilltop place that attracts numerous joggers.
Authorities are also making efforts to develop Maaltekdi as a tourist destination.
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The city of Amravati showcases cultures as vibrant as imaginative poet’s imagination. A host of
fairs and festivals are part of the culture of the city. Various legends and tales add to the cultural
diversity of the city. According to one legend, Lord Krishna eloped with Goddess Rukhamini
from her wedding ceremony through a tunnel connecting Ambadevi temple to Koundinyapur.
The remnants of this tunnel can still be found in the city. Adding to its cultural perspective there
is a host of fairs and festivals that offers a glimpse into the cultural kaleidoscope of this region.
The city of Amravati offers varied many attractions which are mostly holy shrines and
that is the reason why Amravati is an important place for pilgrimage. Amravati temples include
Shri Ekvira Devi temple, Shri Bhakti Dham temple, Satidham temple, etc. Amravati is famous
for Goddess Ambadevi which lies right in the middle of the city. The tourists come enormously
every year to enjoy the sightseeing of Amravati and pay a visit for worshipping Goddess
Ambadevi to seek her blessings.
Places of interest • Chhatri Talav • Malkhed • ShivTekdi • Wadali • Salbardi
Public spaces • Rajkamal Square • Malkhed lake (malkhed) • Eorbit(Sai Nagar) • Maltekdi(Shivtekdi) • Vadali Lake(Vadali) • Chhatri Lake(Dastur Nagar) • Rathi Nagar (ESKON Temple)
a. Shri Ambadevi Temple, Amravati
Shri Ambadevi Temple is situated in the heart of the city of Amravati at
Gandhi Square. It is a very old temple and even finds mention in the old
gazetteers. The legend of the temple goes like this. Rukmini, the daughter
of King Bhishmak of Vidarbha, hears tales of Lord Krishna`s courage and
falls in love with him. Legend has it that Lord Krishna escaped with
Goddess Rukhamani on her wedding ceremony. He used a tunnel from
Ambadevi temple to Koundinyapur, another spiritual place near Amravati.
This tunnel is now closed. The length of the tunnel remains unknown even
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to this day.
People from all walks of life and from different parts of India visit the temple. The Navaratri
festival, which falls just before Dussehra festival, is celebrated by the people and the temple
authorities with great gaiety and pomp. During these nine days of the celebrations, various
cultural and religious programs are arranged. A big mela is held on this occasion which is visited
by many people. The Shri Ambadevi temple is 1 Km towards the West from Amravati Railway
station and 1.5 Km. from Amravati Bus Stand. Ample number of local vehicles and taxis are
available from Amravati Railway station and Bus Stand. The Vehicles and Taxies are also
available from Badnera railway station (on Mumbai-Kolkata Rail Route).
b. Bhakti Dham Temple
This temple is located on Amravati Badnera road, where beautiful idols of Lord Krishna and
Radha are placed. Also found here is the statue of Shri Sant Bappa. Behind this temple a small
park is also maintained for children.
c. Sridham Temple
Satidham Temple is situated in the heart of the city of Amravati at Rallies Plot. There are
beautiful idols of Lord Krishna-Radha, Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, Lord Ganesha, Lord Shiva
and Rani Satiji placed within the temple. Every year a fair is arranged on the occasion of
Janmashtami, which is attended by a large number of devotees.
5.4.5 Growth of Amravati city
Like many other small cities, Amravati is ramping up its infrastructure. New flyovers and roads
are being built under the Integrated Road Development Programme (IRDP) of the Government
of Maharashtra. The city is rapidly expanding towards Badnera, 10 km to the south, an important
railway junction where the branch railway line serving Amravati joins the main Mumbai –
Bhusawal – Wardha – Nagpur – Howrah rail route.
Amravati is growing as an industrial center, with cotton mills leading the way. Amravati district
is home to Vidarbha Sugar Mills Ltd., Kurha. It is the sole surviving sugar factory in Amravati
region. Indiabulls is developing a 2640MW Thermal Power Plant at Nandgaon Peth/Sawardi
MIDC. Once finished, it will be India's third largest. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) plans to
make air defense missiles at a proposed site at Nandgaon Peth/Sawardi MIDC.
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5.4.6 Entertainment, recreation and retail infrastructure
Shopping centers like Best Price (Walmart-Bharti Venture), Big-Bazaar, D-Mart,J and D
Mall(Veer Vamanrao Joshi market), N-Mart and ITC Choupal Sagar have cropped up in recent
years. This has happened as a result of increase in the standard of living and due to a drastic
increase in the city's Gross domestic product (by purchasing power parity).
Lifestyle brands have a retail presence in the city. Additionally other retail brands like Adidas,
Reebok, Levi Strauss, John Players, Raymond, and Titan Watches & Eye-wear operate stores.
The city has many single screen Film theaters. The city has Multiplexes such as E-orbit (Big
Bazar) and Rajesh (Jaistambh).
5.4.7 Communication
Landline services in the city are currently provided by 2 operators, viz. BSNL& Reliance
Communications. WLL services are currently offered by Tata Teleservices, BSNL and Reliance
Communications. 3G network-provider are BSNL 3G, Tata DoCoMo 3G Vodafone India 3G and
Idea Cellular 3G.BSNL and MTS are also providing EVDO coverage on their CDMA network.
In recent years internet penetration in the city has seen enormous growth. Hence, broadband
internet services are gaining increasing popularity. FM of Drgapur, Badnera Amravati at
90.4 MHz named Sadhana FM. Also AIR FM radio station which is now broadcasting test
signals is soon to be working on 101.5 MHz. One can listen Trial session of Amravati FM in 1
pm to 3 pm daily.
5.4.8 Folk Arts
Tribal of the Melghat region were found to be engaged in the manufacturing of traditional
bamboo articles. Melghat region is fairly rich as far as forest resources are concerned and these
resources could be successfully exploited for industrial purpose. A few agro based industries
could be considered for development particularly related to cotton as the district is known for its
cotton production
• Dandar
• Powada
• Bhajan
• Keertan
• Korku dance
• Holi of Korku's
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5.4.9. Fairs and festivals in Amravati district
Most of the fairs held in the district are associated with important deities and religious festivals.
In the fairs traders and shopkeepers set up temporary stalls and large quantities of agriculture
produce and other articles of daily use as well as luxury goods including toys, etc. are brought
for sale. Most of the fairs held are in rural areas. The following fairs are termed important:-
o Bahiram fair at Karanja held from Margashirsha Sud.5 to Margashirsha Vad5,
o Ganeshotsav fair at Khel choudhar (Karanjgaon) Achalpur tahsil from
Bhadrapada Sud.4 to Bhadrapada Sud. 15
o Shah Doula Rahimna Shah Gazi urus at Achalpur from 10th days to 15th days of
the Muslim month rabiul Awwal
o Salvardi fair- from Madha Vad. 12 to Phalgun Sud. 13
o Shri Gadge Maharaj fair at Shegaon starts from 13th December every year and
lasts for 8 days i.e. 20th December
o Shri Amba Devi fair held from Ashvina Sud. 1 to Ashwina Sud. 10
o Kaudanyapur fair at Kaudanyapur commences on Kartika Sud. 11 and ends on
Kartika Vad 2
o Vithoba fair at Sawanga held in the month of Chitra and Ashvina and
o Bendoji Baba fair at Ghuikhed from Magha Sud. 1 to Magha Sud. 12.
5.4.10 Proposal for Development o Information cum interpretation centre o Tourist Guides training institute o Hotel management institute o Non-star lodging facility o Star lodging facility o Restaurant offering varied cuisines o Melghat orientation centre at Amravati. o Amusement park o Zoo o Rejuvenation, development of tourist facility and beautification of two lakes o Convention center
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6.0 Tourism destinations and places at regional level
The popular tourism destination existing in Amravati district for regional level are mostly religious spots
visited by large number of devotees at various religious occasions. There are two large reservoir and nine
medium tanks/ reservoirs that can be developed for regional level tourism.
6.1 Religious Tourism
Tourism in Amravati district comprises visiting the various religious sites and places of worship.
There are a number of places of religious significance found in the district. Most of these are
places of Hindu worship.
Listing of Taluka Wise Tourist Spots
6.1 Warud Taluka ( 14 EXISITNG SPOTS + 9 NEW SITES)
6.1.1 Connectivity to Warud
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Morshi to Warud. Amravati is 80.5km from Warud.
Warud is located on major state highway 10 and state highway 244 also meets here.
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Latitude: 21°28′0″N 78°16′0″E and M.S.L. is 2900 ft.
6.1.2 Description of Warud Town Warud has a population count of 41,005 (2001 census). The current population is higher (47,817, according to a 2006 estimate). Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Warud has an average literacy rate of 77%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 74%. In Warud, 12% of the population is under 6. Warud is situated by the side of river Chudamani. In ancient days it was a saying that Chudamani is the holy river containing milk flow. A religious Lord Shiva Temple is situated by the side of river Chudamani and now this temple is well known as Kedareshwar Temple. Warud makes the border between the state Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. The north side of Warud is surrounded by Satpuda Hills.
The weather in Warud is very cool in winter as well as it is very hot in summer. Warud is one of the most earning places in Amravati district of Maharashtra. Soil here is black and most suitable for cotton and oranges. It is full of Orange growing farms called as "Santra Bagicha".
Warud has an agricultural-based economy. Warud is also known as California of India for world class quality of orange. Warud is recently developing as good trade center as there is no bigger town around. People from around 100 nearby villages daily visit Warud for one or the other reason. Business in city is well dominated by farmer community. Quality of education is good in city. City has good potential to develop as good business and education center. Some educational institutions like B.Ed, D.Ed, BBA, BCA, MCM.B.lib, dress designing’s, arts commerce and science all the secondary educational facilities available here.
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6.1.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Warud Taluka
6.1.3.1 Gavhankund, Warud
A religious tourism spot at village
Gavhankund, situated at 7 km away
from Warud town, Taluka Head
Quarter. There is Kapileshwar Siv
Temple situated on the bank of
river Soki. On the eve of Shivaratri
every year a large number of
devotees visit the temple. The
majority of devotees come from all
over Taluka. Shekdari dam at 1 km
from the temple site is a perfect site for nature tourism.
Linkages – to reach the place state transport bushes are available from Warud and nearby
villages.
Lodging/boarding – facility for night stay is available. No lodging /boarding and no restaurant
for good eateries are available near temple or dam site.
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Improving connectivity 3. Improving communication 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Drinking water facility 7. Public toilets 8. Places for pause/Rest 9. Boating facility 10. Garden
6.1.3.2 Amner, Warud
The Dargah of Hajarat Saiyyad Shaha Jalaluddin Baba and Hajarat Abdulla Shah Baba are
situated near village Amner. The dargahs are famous in the region. The village Amner is
situated on the bank of river Wardha on the Confluence (Sangam) of river Jam and Wardha.
They popularly have known as Mama – Bhanje (Uncle and Nephew). Mohharam festival and
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Urs are celebrated here since ages. It is said that the dargahs were from Mugal Era. The place is
registered by Hindu and Muslim both
(Registered No. is B-316). A Community
centre is built in premises of Dargah.
Around 150 to 200 tourists are come
to this place for the Darshan of Saiyyad
Shaha Jalaluddin Baba every day. Also,
about 1000 follower visit the place every
Thursday.
Linkages - This Village is 18 km away from Warud, the Taluka head quarter and 105 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Improving connectivity 3. Improving communication 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Places for pause/Rest 8. First-aid facility 9. Community center
6.1.3.3 Mona Rani Fort, Warud
Mona Rani Fort is situated near village Amner. According to 2001 census, population of this
village is 3749. It is a Gram Panchayat. Mahadev Mandir -There is an old temple of Mahadev
in the old mud fort, now in a ruined state, on the left bank of the river Wardha, about 0.604 km
from Amner village. It stands overlooking the confluence of the Wardha and the Jam rivers.
Nothing except huge mounds of earth remains to testify the existence of a land fort. The temple
is just within the borders of the Amravati district with the district of Nagpur stretching beyond.
From the mandap of the temple the inhabitations of the Jalalkheda village are clearly visible. The
temple is built of stone, brick and mortar. While the actual face of the temple is towards the east
its entrance is on the southern side. As usual the linga occupies the central position in the
gabhara measuring about 1.394 sq. metres (15 sq. ft.) crowned with a sikhar of no great beauty.
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The outer ball is 9x6 metres (30'x 20') and is well-lighted and ventilated. In the mandap there is
an image of nandi, the vahan of Mahadev. From the temple terrace a view of the confluence of
the rivers can be bad. The structure from its appearance looks very antique, the plaster and some
bricks having given way in some places and unless prompt measures are taken to repair it, it
might crumble before long. About 30 paces off there is a pool of great depth at the bottom of
which there is an old temple which can be seen when the river is clear. Perhaps the most striking
of the ruins, though it is little over two hundred and fifty years old, is the makbara of Lal Khan
Pathan a large domed building in white stucco, with small spires in the four corners. Over the
gateway is an inscription in Persian.
Linkages - Amner Village is 18 km away from Warud, the Taluka head quarter and 105 km
away from Amravati, District Head quarter. The fort is 0.6 km from Amner village.
Tourist : The temple is held in high veneration and, is daily visited by a large number of people. On
Mahasivratra day a fair attended by over 15,000 people coming from both Amravati and Nagpur districts
is held.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Improving connectivity 3. Improving communication 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Places for pause/Rest 8. First-aid facility 9. Community Hall 10. Light and sound show 11. Drinking water facility 12. Garden
6.1.3.4 Loni ( Dhavalgiri ) , Warud
This place is known for Shri Sant Vasantdas
Maharaj place.
Linkages - This Village is 19 km away from
Warud, the Taluka head quarter and 99.5km
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away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Improving connectivity 3. Improving communication 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Places for pause/Rest 7. First-aid facility 8. Drinking water facility 9. Garden
6.1.3.5 Savanga , Warud
This place is famous for the ancient temple of lord Shiva. Around 50 to 60 people visit this place
every day and on Shivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 15km away from Warud, the Taluka head quarter and 102 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding and eateries, only
drinking water facility is available.
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Public toilets and bath 5. Renovation of Temple 6. Plantation 7. Improving connectivity 8. Improving communication
6.1.3.6 Musalkheda , Warud
The holy place is known for the darbar of Paramhans Yashvant Baba. He is known as Shri Krishna awtar. People celebrate his birthday in the month of Paush and death anniversary on Ganesh chaturti. More than 300 followers come to this place on every Pornima. The place comes under Wathoda Gram Panchayat with 153 populations.
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Linkages - This Village is 2km
away from Wathoda and 99 km
away from Amravati, District Head
quarter. At present it is assessable
by Kaccha road.
Lodging/boarding – On the
opposite side of river (Bel)
Dharamshala is available.
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Proper tar road for access 2. Parking facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Bridge on Bel river 7. Beautification of river Bel 8. Drinking water facility 9. Improving communication
6.1.3.7 Pusla, Warud
Pusla is known for Sheikh Fardi Baba Samadhi. People visit this place on Moharram.
Linkages - This place is 2km away from Pusala and 12 km away from Warud Taluka.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding, only pedestrian route, drinking water and electricity is
available near Samadhi.
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Proper access route to climb at hill 2. Parking facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Hotel for lodging and boarding 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.1.3.8Karajgaon, Warud
Population of Karajgaon is around 2500. The place is known for the Bramhaleen Dattagir temple. On every ashatami around 40 to 45 thousand people come and participate in Mahaprasad
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ceremony. 7 day Bhagwat program is also carried out during this period and different programs regarding farming, Medical camp, people awareness, etc are conducted.
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Public toilets and bath 5. Drinking water facility 6. Garden area 7. Godowns 8. Improving communication
6.1.3.9 Nagthana, Warud
This is situated in the scenic beauty of river Chudaman. The place is known for Rastra Sant
Tukjoji Maharaj and Shiv temple. The dam is very close to this place. It is visited every day by
25 to 30 followers and nature lovers.
Linkages - This Village is 10 km away from Warud near Madhya Pradesh border.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Restaurents offering varied cuisines 3. Public toilets 4. First-aid facility 5. Beautification 6. Places for pause/Rest 7. Boating 8. Improving communication
6.1.3.10 Jhunj, Warud
This place is near Wardha River. It has number of beautiful waterfalls. It is adjacent to Amravati,
Nagpur and Wardha district border. There is Shivkalin and Rishimaharaj temple. People visit this
place on Mahashivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 2 km away from Haturna and 16 km away from the Taluka head
quarter Warud.
Lodging/boarding - Community hall is available
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Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Access road 2. Parking facility 3. Restaurents offering varied cuisines 4. Public toilets and bath 5. First-aid facility 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Drinking water facility 8. Improving communication
6.1.3.11 Linga, Warud
This is a religious place. It is famous for the darbar of Dadaji Dhuniwale. Every day 50 to 60
people visit this place and celebrate the festival on Vasant Panchami with Mahaprasad program.
This place is in the scenic beauty of Wardha River on the Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh
border.
Linkages - This Village is 30 km away from the Taluka head quarter Warud.
Lodging/boarding - Lodging, Public toilets and drinking water facility is available.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurents offering varied cuisines 3. First-aid facility 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Improving communication
6.1.3.12 Chamatkaari Devi, Warud
The place is known for Santoshi Mata temple. The place visits this place on every Friday.
Linkages - This Village is 2 km away from the Taluka head quarter Warud, on Warud
Tembhurkheda road.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Access road 2. Electricity 3. Parking facility 4. Restaurants offering varied cuisines 5. Public toilets and bath 6. First-aid facility 7. Budget Accommodation
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8. Drinking water facility 9. Improving communication
6.1.3.13 Vedapur, Warud
It is religious place on the bank of Wardha River, famous for Hanuman Temple in Vidarbha Region. The population of this village according to 2001 census is 108. Every day 250 to 300 people visit this place. The place is crowded on every Saturday. It has joint Gram Panchayat and it comes under Babhudkheda.
Linkages - This Village is 2 km away from Amner Village, and 20km from the Taluka head
quarter Warud.
Lodging/boarding - lodging/boarding and drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. Restaurants offering varied cuisines 3. Public toilets and bath 4. First-aid facility 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication
6.1.3.14 Mahendri, Warud
This place has British era rest house. Different species of wild animal
can be seen because of nearby water body. The area is surrounded by
forest land and comes under forest. Nature lover visit this place to
enjoy wildlife. Mahendri is the forest type is Southern Tropical Dry
Deciduous Forests. The forests provide ideal conditions of harborage to a
variety of birds and animals. The animals commonly spotted are Tigers, Panthers, Leopards, Bisons, Sloth
Bears, Sambars, Four-Headed Antelopes, Blue Bulls, Chitals, Barking Deers, Mouse Deer’s, Civet Cats,
Jackals, Jungle Cats, Spotted Hyenas, Wild Dogs and Hares. Among the birds that are prominent and
commonly seen are Peafowl, the Grey Jungle Fowl and the Red Spur Fowl & migratory birds in Pandhari
Lake.
Linkages - This Village is 17 km away on the Warud- Pandhurna road.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Access road
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6.1.3.15 Proposed New Tourist / Attractive Places in Warud Taluka
Following places can be developed as tourist places:
1. Bhemendi, 2. Jhatamajhiri, 3. Pusali – Buddhist site near Pusli dam, 4. Shanti Vana Bhoomi Vihara, Umri Road, Near Pusali Dam, 5. Shendurajana Ghat, Warud. 6. Pusali dam 7. Pandhari dam, 8. Pak nala/River Project - The Pak Nala rises in the Dabka forest area and receives, besides the
Satpuda affluent, the drainage of the northern slopes of Lakhara hills, a detached mass south of the Satpudas. Hiwarkhed is situated on the banks of this river. The Pak Nala Project on this river provides irrigation facilities to the area on the northern side of the Morshi-Warud road. The Kobi drains the southern slopes of the Lakhara hills into the Wardha.
9. Pusali-Satnur village tourism 10. Satnur dam, 11. Shekdari river , 12. Wai dam 13. Nagthana dam
All this places requires beautification and basic facilities for the purpose of development as a
tourist place.
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6.2 Morshi Taluka ( 14 EXISITNG SPOTS + 9 NEW SITES)
6.2.1 Connectivity to Morshi
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Morshi. Amravati is 61km from Morshi.
Morshi is located on major state highway 10 and state highway 240 also meets here.
Latitude: 21°33′0″N 78°01′0″E and M.S.L. is 3480 ft.
6.2.2 Description of Morshi Town
As of 2001 India census, Morshi had a population of 33,607. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Morshi has an average literacy rate of 78%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 82%, and female literacy is 73%. In Morshi, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age. It lies 61 km. (34 miles) north-east of Amravati, the headquarters of the district, and is connected with it by a first class road, which passing through Morsi runs to Warud from whence a branch of it crosses over to the Madhya Pradesh border to Multai and another goes on to the river Wardha at the extreme east of the tahsil. It is also connected with Achalpur by a fairly good road which would soon be turned into a first class road as the traffic on that route is rapidly on the increase.
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6.2.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Morshi Taluka
6.2.3.1 Riddhapur, Morshi
This religious place is known as Mahanubhava’s Kashi. It is near Dev River. Chakradhar Swami
wrote Lilacharitratra at this place. The mythological history shows the importance of this place
as Shri Krishna and Pandav visited this place. The people celebrate holy festival on the day of
Chaitra Pornima and on Guru Pornima.
No. of Tourist Visited: - Out of District – 50000
Local – 50000 to 60000
State – 100000
Out of State – 9000 to 10000
Linkages - This Village is 24km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 87 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding - lodging/boarding, library, restaurant, drinking water and toilets
facility is available.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Green area and beautification of place 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Non-luxury hotel 6. Restaurants offering varied cuisines 7. Public toilets and bath 8. Drinking water facility 9. Improving communication
6.2.3.2 Simbhora, Morshi
The name of the holy place is Nirank. Shimbhora dam tal.morshi dist.amravati lies 21°16'24"N
78°3'34"E, is the tourist attraction at this place. It has 13 doors and this dam provides drinking
water to Amravati. This is also famous for the distribution of fishes in the state.
No. of Tourist – Out of District – 20 to 30 thousand
Local – 20 to 30 thousand
Linkages - This Village is 8km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 65 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility.
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Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Green area 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Drinking water facility 8. Improving communication
6.2.3.3 Upper Wardha Dam
It is an earth fill straight gravity dam across the Wardha River, a tributary of the Godavari River,
near Simhora village in Morshi taluka. The dam provides multipurpose benefits of irrigation,
drinking water supply, flood control and hydropower generation. The Upper Wardha Dam is also
known as the Nala Damayanti Sagar, named after the famous characters Nala and Damayanti of
an epic love story in Hindu mythology, Nala Damayanti.
The reservoir water spread at Full Reservoir Level (FRL) of 342.50 m (1,123.7 ft) is 9,748 ha
(24,090 acres).
The Wardha River, across which the Upper Wardha Dam is built, is a tributary of the Godavari
River. From its origin, at an altitude of 785 m (2,575 ft) in Satpura Range from the Multai
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plateau in Betul District of Madhya Pradesh, the river flows 32 km (20 mi) in Madhya Pradesh
and then enters into Maharashtra near
the Multai plateau of the Satpuda range.
It flows along the entire northern and
western border of the Wardha district.
After traversing 528 km (328 mi), it
joins Wainganga River and together it
is called the Pranhita, which ultimately
flows into the Godavari River. Kar,
Wena, Jam and Erai are its left-bank
tributaries whereas Madu, Bembla and
Penganga are the right-bank tributaries. The catchment area is hilly and forested in its upper
reaches from its source and the lower reaches are flat wide valleys.
Location : The project is located near Morshi, about 8 km (5.0 mi) towards to the east of Morshi
and 56 km (35 mi) from the Amravati town, in the Godavari River Basin. The river drains a
catchment area of 4,302 km2 (1,661 sq mi) up to the dam site.
Lodging/boarding - no lodging/boarding and eateries available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Access road 2. Parking facility 3. Restaurants offering varied cuisines 4. Public toilets and bath 5. First-aid facility 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Drinking water facility 8. Improving communication 9. Health spa 10. Tourist resort
6.2.3.4 Ambada, Morshi
This place is known for the Mugdal Maharaj temple. Every year people celebrate festival on
Shravan Suddha Chaturthadashi. Around 20 to 25 thousand people visit this place during the
festival.
No. of Tourist – Out of District – 1000 Local – 25000
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Linkages - This Village is 15km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 70 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Drinking water facility 7. Improving communication
6.2.3.5 Udaykhed, Morshi
This place is famous for Ganpati temple. This is mostly crowded on Ganesh festival. It is in the
scenic beauty of Chardagh River.
No. of Tourist – Out of District – 4000 to 5000
Local people – 10000 to 15000
Linkages - This Village is 12km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 66 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Beautification 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Drinking water facility 8. Improving communication
6.2.3.6 Gorada, Morshi
The place is known for Pingala Devi Gad. The Kafar Lake is near to this place. Around 50 to 60
thousand people come to this place during Chaitra, Shravan and Navratri.
No. of Tourist – Out of District – around 20 to 30 thousand people
Local people – 20 to 30 thousand people
Linkages - This Village is 27km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 27 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
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Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Beautification 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Drinking water facility 8. Improving communication
6.2.3.7 Salbardi, Morshi
This place is in the scenic beauty of Satpuda Mountains. It is famous for hot and cold waterfall. It is also known as “Sitechi Nhani”. People visit this place in the month of Shravan to celebrate Mahashivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 8 km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 69 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Drinking water facility 7. Improving communication
6.2.3.8 Dharul, Morshi
This place is situated in the scenic beauty of Satpuda Mountains on the border on Maharashtra
and Madhya Pradesh. People visit this place on every Pornima and celebrate Raksha Bandhan,
Mahashivratri and Navratri festival.
No. of Tourist – Out of District – 50000
Local – 20000 to 30000
From State – 100000
Out of state – 5000 to 7000
Linkages - This Village is 13 km away from Morshi, the Taluka head quarter and 67 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
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Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility at this place only toilet and drinking water
facility is available.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Improving communication
6.2.4 Dhamangaon RailwayTaluka
6.2.4.1 Connectivity to Dhamangao
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Dhamangao. Amravati is 56km from Dhamangao.
Located on State Highway 237. And on narrow gauge railway track.
Latitude: 20°47′02″N 78°08′23″E and M.S.L. is 3000 ft.
6.2.4.2 Description of town
Dhamangao and Dattapur are twin villages joined to form the Dhamangoa town, the tahsil head
quarter. As of 2011 India census, Dhamangaon had a population of 22,430. Males constitute 51%
of the population and females 49%. Dhamangaon has an average literacy rate of 85%, higher
than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 83% and, female literacy is 88%. In
Dhamangaon, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age. This region mostly depends on the
cotton & agricultural business.
6.2.4.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Morshi Taluka
6.2.4.3.1Pimpalkhuta, Dhamangaon
This place is famous for the Shiva Temple. The place is known for the birth place of Sant Shankar Maharaj. More than 150 statues of various saints are present in this Temple. People visit this place during Ramnavmi, for seven days. During this seven days people celebrates and attend different program such as social welfare, community marriages, etc.
Linkages - This Village is 17 km away from Dhamangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 42 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – for 100 people lodging/boarding facility and 25,000 sq.ft Hall is available
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Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Children park 7. Shopping Centre 8. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.2 Ashta Wadala, Dhamangaon
This place is at the bank of Wardha River and it is famous for Bhikaram Maharaj Temple. Every day around 1 thousand people visit this place.
Linkages - This Village is 12 km away from Dhamangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 62 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Beautification 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Hall (Sabha Mandap) 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Drinking water facility 8. Public toilets and bath 9. Shopping Centre 10. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.3 Bagaji Sagar Dam, Dhamangaon
Bagaji Sagar Dam is in Lower Wardha Project on Wardha River. It has 21 doors and people visit this place when the doors of this dam are opened.
Bagaji Sagar Dam – capacity - 284 million cubic millimeters
580 m long wall
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No. of Tourist – 2000 per month
Linkages - This spot is 72 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Garden 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Exhibition Hall 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Drinking water facility 7. Public toilets and bath 8. Electricity 9. Internal road 10. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.4 Jalgaon Aarvi, Dhamangaon
This place is famous for Sant Lahari Baba temple. Around 30 to 40 thousand people visit this place on his Punyatithi (death anniversary). Many social programs are carried out during this period.
Linkages - This Village is 3 km away from Dhamangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 50 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Beautification of Ghat 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Exhibition Hall (Sabha Mandap) 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation (for 50 people) 7. Non luxury hotel 8. Drinking water facility 9. Public toilets and bath 10. Shopping centre 11. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.5 Gunji Tekadi, Dhamangaon
This place is famous for Chindhe Maharaj. He has established few schools in rural area and known for his social work. His Bhajan are still famous in Maharashtra State.
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Linkages - This Village is 7 km away from Dhamangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 50km away from Amravati, District Head quarter. Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available Infrastructure/facilities required –
1. Beautification of Ghat 2. Parking facility 3. First-aid facility 4. Exhibition Hall (Sabha Mandap) 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation (for 50 people) 7. Non luxury hotel 8. Drinking water facility 9. Public toilets and bath 10. Shopping centre 11. Improving communication
6.2.5 Tiwasa (Tiosa) Taluka
6.2.4.1 Connectivity to Teosa
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Teosa - Amravati is 40km. Tiosa is located on Hajira–
Kolkatta National Highway 6
Latitude: Tiosa located at 21°5′10″N 78°3′50″E. It has an average elevation of 306 metres (1,007 feet.
6.2.4.2 Description of town
As of 2001 India census, Tiosa had a population of 107,304. Males constitute 52% of the
population and females 48%. Tiosa has an average literacy rate of 77%, higher than the national
average of 59.5%; with 54% of the males and 46% of females literate. 12% of the population is
under 6 years of age.
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6.2.4.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Tiwasa Taluka
6.2.4.3.1 Gurudevnagar (Mozri), Tiwasa
This place is known for Rashtrasant Tukdoji Maharaj. People from Maharashtra visit this place in the month of October to celebrate his death anniversary.
Linkages - This Village is 6 km away from Tiwasa, the Taluka head quarter and 35 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – Bhakta nivas is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.2 Kondanyapur, Tiwasa
This place is situated on the bank of Wardha River and known for Rukmini’s hometown. People come to this place and celebrate on Aashadhi Ekadashi and Kartik Pornima. Some area is dedicated for ISKCON Temple.
Linkages - This Village is 27 km away from Tiwasa, the Taluka head quarter and 44 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
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Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.3 Dhamantri, Tiwasa
This place is situated on the bank of Wardha River. It is famous for thousand year old Shiva temple. People visit this place on Mahashivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 20 km away from Tiwasa, the Taluka head quarter and 60 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.4.3.4 Varkhed, Tiwasa
This place is known for Sant Shri Aakdoji Maharaj.
Linkages - This Village is 6.8 km away from Tiwasa, the Taluka head quarter and 46.8 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
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6.2.5 Chandur Railway Taluka
6.2.5.1 Connectivity to Chandur Railway
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Chandur railway - Amravati is 30km. It is located on
Amravati-Narkhed narrow –gauge line and on state highways 241 and 243.
Latitude: Tiosa located at 20°80′N 77°97′E. It has an average elevation of 500 metres.
6.2.5.2 Existing Tourism Spots in Chandur Railway Taluka
6.2.5.2.1 Description of town Chandur town or Chandur Railway as distinguished from Chandur Bazar is the headquarters of the tahsil. This place is famous for Naag Mandir, Mahadev Ghat and Mahakali Mandir. Around 2 to 5 thousand visit this place during Naag Panchami, Mahashivratri and Navratri respectively.
Linkages - This Village is 30 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
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6.2.5.2.2 Karla, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Avadhut Maharaj and Jagdamba Devi temple. Around 1 to 1.5 lac people from surrounding area visit this place during Gudi Padhava and Navratra.
Linkages - This Village is 3 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 33 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.3 Pathergaon, Chandur Railway
The place is famous for Indrashesh Maharaj temple. There is an old step well at this place. People visit this place during Mahashivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 6 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 36 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.4 Sawanga, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Avadhut Maharaj. Around 1 lac people visit this place in the month of March for 15 days.
Linkages - This Village is 7 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 37 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
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Lodging/boarding – lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.5 Manjarakhed, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Pataleshwar Mahadev. Around 4 thousand people visit this place in the month of Shravan and Mahashivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 5 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 35km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – lodging/boarding and restaurant facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.6 Ghuikhed, Chandur Railway
This place is around 20 km from Ghuikhed and it is famous for Bonduji Maharaj. 2.5 lac people visit this place in the month of June.
Linkages - This Village is 20 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 50 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – lodging/boarding, school and Govt. Hospital is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath
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6.2.5.2.7 Bhiltek, Chandur Railway
This place is around 10 km away and it is famous for Shambhuahekh (Naag) temple. Around 40 to 50 thousand people visit this place during Posh Month.
Linkages - This Village is 14 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 44km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.8 Satefal, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Bhanudas Maharaj and around 1.5 thousand people visit this place in the month of May.
Linkages - This Village is 9 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 39km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.9 Bagapur, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Khapati Maniram Maharaj Baggi and around 2 thousand people visit this place during Shivratri.
Linkages - This Village is 9 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 39 km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
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Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.10 Baggi, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Sant Maniram Maharaj Baggi and around 2 thousand people visit this place in the month of February.
Linkages - This Village is20 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 50km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.11 Jalapa Jag tap, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Shri Pandurang Maharaj Dasara and around 5 thousand people visit this place in the month of October - Navratri festival.
Linkages - This Village is15 km away from Chandur Railway, the Taluka head quarter and 45km away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
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6.2.5.2.12 Sawangi Magrapur, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Idga Dadamiya. Around 2 thousand people visit this place during Bakri EId.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.13 Ambapur, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Maroti (Hanuman) Temple. Around 2 thousand people visit this place during Hanuman Jayanti.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.2.14 Bramhi, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Maroti Temple. Around 500 people visit this place during Hanuman Jayanti.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
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6.2.5.2.15 Naya Savanga, Chandur Railway
This place is famous for Maroti Temple. Around 2 thousand people visit this place during Hanuman Jayanti.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.6 Achalpur Tahsil
6.2.5.1 Connectivity to Achalpur
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur (200km). 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Achalpur - Amravati is 50.30km. Achalpur is the
northern terminus of the 762 mm narrow gauge railway known locally as the Shakuntala railway. This line is composed of two legs intersecting with the Mumbai–Kolkata standard gauge railway at Murtajapur — the 76 km northern leg to Achalpur and the 113 km southeastern leg to Yavatmal. As of 2004 this line was still owned by a London-based company which had leased the line to India's Central Railway since 1903. Paratwada is connected to Nagpur, Pune, Amravati, Anjangaon, Yavatmal, Akola, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Bhandara, Gondiya, Jalgaon, Indore, Bhopal, Betul, Burhanpur, by the bus. Several private busses also run from Paratwada to Pune mainly due to youth students.
Latitude: Achalpur and Paratwada as a twin city is located at 21°15′26″N 77°30′31″E. It has an average
elevation of 369 metres (1210 ft).
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6.2.5.2 Description
This twin city is surrounded by a river named 'Sapan'. There is hilly area that acts like a fence to
this city. This city is at the boundary of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Even Madhya
Pradesh is so close to this city that travelling of (about) 10 km changes the state region. As of
2001 India census Achalpur had a population of 107,304. Males constitute 52% of the population
and females 48%. Achalpur has an average literacy rate of 88%, higher than the national average
of 59.5%; with 54% of the males and 46% of females literate. 12% of the population is under 6
years of age. The town had been major trade center for Palmarosa oil in India. The major
commodities for trade include – Cotton, Bananas, Oranges, Red chilies, Groundnut, Honey,
Coffee and Ayurvedic Medicine.
6.2.5.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Achalpur Taluka
• Muktagiri Digambar Jain Tirth 15 km • Chandrabhaga Dam • Vazzar Dam • Achalpur Bhool Bhulayya • Orange Farms • Shivaji Statue • Ashtamahasiddhi temple (Chakradhar Swami) • Shah Dulha Rehman Gazi Dargha (shrine) • Waghamata and Kalimata Temple • Bhairam Temple • Dharkhora water fall • Jungle Safari • Haud katora • Kartikswami Temple • Mandalsha
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All the esixitng tourist spots will be provided with the basics six elements. And special elements to the spots like waterfall, dam etc.
6.2.5.3.1 Ashatamasidhi, Achalpur
This place is famous for Mahanubhav Panth Temple. Around 5 to 6 thousand people visit this
place.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 3. Budget Accommodation 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets and bath 6. Improving communication
6.2.5.3.2 Sultapura, Achalpur
This place is famous for Shri Bhulbhulayya Balaji Temple.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.3.3 Hauj Katora, Achalpur
This is a historic place.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
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6.2.5.3.4 Godwagholi, Achalpur
This is a religious place. Around 4 to 5 thousand people visit this place during Mahashivratri.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.3.5 Dattaziri Alamad baba, Achalpur
This is a religious place.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.3.6 Malaveshpura, Achalpur
This is a religious place famous for Shri Kartik Swami Temple. It is situated in the centre of the
Achalpur city.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication 8. Non-luxury Accommodation
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6.2.5.3.7 Jivanpura, Achalpur
This is a religious place famous for Aminath Temple.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Places for pause/Rest 3. Drinking water facility 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
6.2.5.3.8 Dams 1. Sapan Project Wazzar, Achalpur
This place is known for Wazzar Dam Project. It is a tourist spot.
Linkages – This place is 13 km away from Achalpur, the Taluka head quarter and 63.30 km
away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication 9. Non-luxury Accommodation 10 Health spa
2. Chandrabhaga Project, Bhopapur, Achalpur
It is a tourist spot and known for Bhopapur Dam Project.
Linkages – This place is 15 km away from Achalpur, the Taluka head quarter and 65.30km
away from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility
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3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication 9. Non-luxury Accommodation 10 Health spa
6.2.6 Anjangaon Taluka
6.2.6.1 Connectivity to Anjangao
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. (250km) 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Anjangao - Amravati is 80.0km. Anjangaon is connected
to Amravati (76 km) and Akola (75 km) by roadways. The state transport (MSRTC) buses ply from Anjangaon to Amravati, Paratwada, Akola, Akot, Ramtek, Yavatmal, Pandharkavada, Nagpur, Aurangabad etc. Some private travel agencies run bus services to Pune and Mumbai. Anjangaon Surji is a station of Bhusaval–Nagpur section of Central Railway on Achalpur-Murtijapur narrow gauge railway route. This narrow gauge train is popularly known as Shakuntala Express. Nearest broad gauge railway station is Murtijapur (50 km).
Latitude: Anjangaon is located at 21.1631°N 77.3094°E. It has an average elevation of 374 metres
(1227 feet).
6.2.6.2 Description
Anjangaon Surji is an ancient town having religious and historical importance. After the Battle of Assaye
and the Battle of Argaum, the Treaty of Surji-Anjangaon was signed on December 30, 1803 at Anjangaon
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between the British and Daulat Rao Sindhia, chief of the Maratha people. In 18th century Vithoji Narayan
was awarded the vatandari of Anjangaon. There are records that he was awarded with a title 'Surji'.
Anjangaon is mentioned as one of 46 Mahals of Vidarbha in Ain-i-Akbari. The revenue of Anjangaon as
mentioned in Ain-i-Akbari was 32 lakhs. The river Shahanoor on the banks of which Anjangaon is
located was historically named as Sharneera (meaning river generated by an arrow). A popular story
exists that during the year of banishment, Arjuna generated the water stream by hitting the soil by an
arrow. As of 2001 India census, Anjangaon had a population of 51,163. It is the third most populous city
in Amravati District after Amravati and Achalpur. Males constitute 52% of the population and females
48%. Anjangaon has an average literacy rate of 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with
76.5% of the males and 70.1% of females literate. 15% of the population is under 6 years of age.
According to previous census, population of Anjangaon was 41,674 (1991), 27,897(1971), 21,931(1961)
and 11,881(1901).
6.2.6.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Achalpur Taluka 6.2.6.3.1 Muha Devi, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Ekvira Devi and Zingraji Maharaj Temple. People visit this
place for 9 days during Navratri and for 1 day on Chaitra Pornima respectively.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 200 to 250
Monthly– 6000 to 6500
During Festival – 60000 to 1000000
Linkages – this place is 10 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 90 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 4. Budget Accommodation 5. Drinking water facility 6. Public toilets and bath 7. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.2 Takarkheda More, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Sant Gulabbaba. People visit this place for 1 day on Bhaubij.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50 to 100
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Monthly– 1000 to 2000
During Festival – 4000 to 5000
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.3 Vanoja (Bagh), Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Lakhmaji Maharaj. People visit this place for 1 day on Gudi
Padwa.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50 to 100
Monthly– 1000 to 2000
During Festival – 4000 to 5000
Linkages – this place is 17 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 97 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.4 .Kumbhargaon, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Chandra Bhaga Temple. People visit this place for 1 day in
the month of Chaitra.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50 to 100
Monthly– 1000 to 2000
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During Festival – 2000 to 3000
Linkages – this place is 12 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 92 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.5 Aawajapur, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Ganpati Temple. People visit this place for 1 day during
Ganesh festival.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50
Monthly– 500 to 1000
During Festival – 2000 to 3000
Linkages – this place is 9 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 89 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.6 Khanampur Pandhari, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Ramdev Baba. People visit this place for 1 day during
Bhadava festival.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50
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Monthly– 500 to 1000
During Festival – 2000 to 3000
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.7 Shelgaon, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Gadage Baba. People visit this place for 1 day on Gadage
Baba Punyatithi.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50
Monthly– 500 to 1000
During Festival – 1500 to 3500
Linkages – this place is 2 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 82 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.8 Chausala, Anjangaon
This is a religious place famous for Shri Ram Temple. People visit this place for 1 day on Ram
Navami.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 50
Monthly– 500
During Festival – 2000 to 3000
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Linkages – this place is 12 km away from Anjangaon, the Taluka head quarter and 92 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Drinking water facility 5. Public toilets 6. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 7. Budget Accommodation 8. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.9 Historical places
1. Deshpande Wada, Anjangaon
This is a historic place and shows historical links with the Nijam Era.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Drinking water facility 3. Public toilets 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication
2. Devnath Math, Anjangaon
This is a famous Math.
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. Drinking water facility 3. Public toilets 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication
6.2.7 Daryapur Taluka
6.2.6.1 Connectivity to Daryapur
1. Air connectivity: The nearest airport is at Nagpur. 2. Railway: Nearest railway station is Akola or Badnera. 3. Road connectivity: Amravati to Daryapur - Amravati is 52.0km.
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Latitude: Daryapur is located at 20.56°N 77.20°E. It has an average elevation of 288 metres
6.2.6.2 Description
Daryapur is situated on the bank of Chandrabhaga river. The town drives its name from Darya
Imad Shah the 3rd independent Kings of Berar( A.D.1526-1560)and who founded Daryapur.
Daryapur is also famous as a cotton producing town with numerous jinning and pressing
factories. It also excels in production of cereals like 'Mug' and 'Chana'. Soyabeen production in
recent years is also growing. As of 2001 India census, Daryapur had a population of 34,398.
Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Daryapur Banosa has an average
literacy rate of 78%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 82% and, female
literacy is 74%. In Daryapur Banosa, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.
6.2.6.3 Existing Tourism Spots in Achalpur Taluka 6.2.6.3.1 Mohimapur, Daryapur
This is a historical place and it is around 1250 to 1300 years old.
No. of Tourist – Daily – 100 to 125
Linkages – this place is 32 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter and 84 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility
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2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication
6.2.6.3.2 Pimpdaoud, Daryapur
This place is famous for Sant Parshram Maharaj. Around 1 lac people visit this place for 7 days
in the month of December.
Linkages – this place is 18 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter and 70 km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – lodging/boarding and hotels and drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Public toilets and bath 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
6.2.6.3.3 Shingnapur, Daryapur
This place is famous for Maroti(Hanuman) Temple. Around 8 thousand people visit this place on
Gudhi Padva in the month of February.
Linkages – this place is 23 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter
Lodging/boarding – lodging/boarding and hotels and drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Public toilets and bath 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
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6.2.6.3.4 Uprai, Daryapur
This place is famous for Shardal Baba Darga. Around 10 thousand people visit this place for 2
days in the month of February.
Linkages – this place is 15 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Public toilets and bath 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
6.2.6.3.5 Aasha Manisha Temple Daryapur
This place is famous for Aasha Manisha Temple. People visit this place for 9 days in the month
of October.
Linkages – this place is 1 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter and 20km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Public toilets and bath 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication 7 Non-luxury accommodation
6.2.6.3.6 Babhadi, Daryapur
This place is famous for Shiva Temple. Around 10 thousand people visit this place on
Mahashivratri in the month of February.
Linkages – this place is 1 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter and 21km away
from Amravati, District Head quarter.
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required –
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1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
6.2.6.3.7 Umari Itbarpur, Daryapur
This place is famous for Yogi Mahraj Temple. Around 10 thousand people visit this place for 2
days in the month of January.
Linkages – this place is 15 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Public toilets and baths 4. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 5. Budget Accommodation 6. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
6.2.6.3.8 Mahuli, Daryapur
This place is famous for Narayan Guru Mahraj Temple. Around 3 thousand people visit this
place in the month of January.
Linkages – this place is 15 km away from Daryapur, the Taluka head quarter
Lodging/boarding – no lodging/boarding, only drinking water facility is available
Infrastructure/facilities required – 1. Parking facility 2. First-aid facility 3. Places for pause/Rest 4. Public toilets 5. Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6. Budget Accommodation 7. Improving communication 8. Luxury accommodation 9. Non-luxury accommodation
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Name of tahsil Name of place No. of tourist (daily )
No. of tourist (on particular Festival / monthly )
1) Warud
Gavhankund Amner 150 ‐200 1000 (Thursday) Mona Rani Fort Loni ( Dhavalgiri ) Savanga 50‐60 50‐60(Shivratri) Musalkheda 300 (Pornima) Pusla Approx. 50 (Moharam) Karajgaon 40000‐45000 (ashatami) Nagthana 25 – 30 (Sankrant) Jhunj (Mahashivratri) Mahendri Linga 50 ‐60 (Vasant Panchami) Chamatkaari Devi (Friday) Vedapur 250 ‐ 300 (Saturday)
2)Morshi
Riddhapur Local – 50000 to 60000 Out of District – 50000 State – 100000 Out of State – 9000 to 10000 (Chaitra Pornima and Guru Pornima)
Simbhora Local – 20000 – 30000 Out of District – 20000 ‐ 30000
Ambada 20 – 25 (Chaturthadashi)
Gorada 50 – 60 (Chaitra, Shravan and Navratri)
Udaykhed Local people – 10000 to 15000 Out of District – 4000 to 5000 (Ganesh festival)
Salbardi 2‐3 lac (Mahashivratri)
Dharul, M.P. Local – 20000 to 30000, Out of District – 50000 From State – 100000, Out of state – 5000 to 7000 (Pornima)
3)Dhamangaon
Pimpalkhuta Approx. 1000 Approx. 1 lac (Ramnavmi, for seven days)
Ashta Wadala 1000
Bagaji Sagar Dam 2000
Jalgaon Aarvi 30000 – 40000
Gunji Tekadi 5000‐10000
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4)Tiosa
Gurudevnagar (Mozri)
(October)
Kondanyapur (Aashadhi Ekadashi and Kartik Pornima)
Dhamantri (Mahashivratri)
Virkhed
5)Chandur Railway
Karla 1 to 1.5 lac (Gudi Padhava and Navratra)
Pathergaon (Mahashivratri)
Sawanga 1 lac (March for 15 days)
Manjarakhed 4000 (Shravan and Mahashivratri)
Ghuikhed 2.5 lac (June)
Bhiltek 40000‐50000 (Posh)
Satefal 1500 (May)
Bagapur 2000 (Shivratri)
Baggi 2000 (February)
Jalaka Jagtap 5000 (October – Navratri)
Chandur Railway 2000‐5000 (Naag Panchami, Mahashivratri and Navratri)
Sawangi Magrapur 2000 (Bakri Id)
Ambapur 2000 (Hanuman Jayanti)
Bramhi 500 (Hanuman Jayanti)
Naya Savanga 2000 (Hanuman Jayanti)
6)Achalpur
Ashatamasidhi 5000‐6000
Sultapura
Hauj Katora 5000‐7000 (Nag panchi)
Godwagholi 4000‐5000 (Mahashivratri)
Dattaziri Alamad baba
8000
Malaveshpura
Jivanpura 10000‐ 15000 (mahashivratri)
Sapan Project Wazzar
Chandrabhaga Project
7)Anjangaon
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Muha Devi 200 ‐ 250 60000 to 1000000 (9 days for Navratri and 1 day on Chaitra Pornima)
Takarkheda More 50 to 100 Monthly– 1000 to 2000 During Festival – 4000 to 5000 (Bhaubij)
Vanoja (Bagh) 50 to 100 Monthly– 1000 to 2000 & During Festival – 4000 to 5000 (Gudi Padwa)
Kumbhargaon 50 to 100 Monthly– 1000 to 2000 & During Festival – 2000 to 3000 (Chaitra)
Aawajapur 50 Monthly– 500 to 1000 During Festival – 2000 to 3000 (Ganesh festival)
Khanampur Pandhari
50
Monthly– 500 to 1000 During Festival – 2000 to 3000 (Bhadava festival)
Shelgaon 50 Monthly– 500 to 1000 During Festival – 1500 to 3500 (Gadage Baba Punyatithi)
Chausala 50 Monthly– 500 During Festival – 2000 to 3000 (Ram Navami)
Deshpande Wada, Anjangaon
Devnath Math, Anjangaon
8)Daryapur
Mohimapur 100 to 125
Pimpdaoud 1 lac (7 days in December)
Shingnapur 8000 (Gudhi Padva)
Uprai 10000 (2 days in February)
Daryapur
(9 days in October)
Babhadi 10000 (Mahashivratri in February)
Umari Itbarpur 10000 (2 days in January)
Mahuli 3000 (January)
9)Chikhaldara
10)Melghat Tiger Reserve
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 77:: TTOOUURRIISSMM CCIIRRCCUUIITTSS
Integrated Tourism Circuit is a connected route or main corridor of tourism attractions that links
a group of at least 3 destinations. It is the sum of tourism products that comprise a region and
may consist of a set of products or a particular product that shares the same theme.
They combine nature based, cultural and other attractions in such a way as to offer to visitors an
experience from a variety of vantage points.
A well-defined, both geographically and thematically in order to optimize benefits to
both the visitors and the inhabitants of the areas visited. The circuit is a specific element of
communication directed to raising awareness and to helping the process of development of
tourism products. Information is uniform, well organized and agreed and can be regularly
updated. It is a useful tool of orientation and information that assists national authorities to make
tourism decisions over a wide spectrum of applications allowing the end user to understand and
interpret the complete product through the integrated vision of the destination. It is also a tool
that helps the tour operator to design appropriate packages for the market.
Selection of these circuits will be undertaken so as to develop them in an integrated
manner. Tourism, being one of the largest industries, plays a key role in achieving the socio-
economic goals of the development plans of a nation. It is a composite of service providers, both
public and private, which includes travel agents and tour operators; air, rail and sea
transportation operators; guides; owners of hotels, guest houses and inns, restaurants and shops;
etc.
7.1 Tourism Circuits in Amravati district
7.1.2 Established tourist circuits in Amravati
Amravati - Chikhaldara –Semadoh-Muktagiri-Melghat Also called Amraoti, Amravati is located in north-eastern Maharashtra state, western India. It lies 85
miles (137 km) west of Nagpur. The town occupies an important position near passes through the hills
that separate the cotton growing regions of the Purna River basin (west) and the Wardha River basin
(east). A growing industrial centre, it is expanding toward nearby Badnera; its cotton mills supply
Bombay, Calcutta, and Ahmedabad. The nearby attractions are Melghat tiger reserve and Chikhaldara
which is the famous Hill station of Vidarbha. It is a eco, leisure theme tourist circuit.
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7.1.2 Places of Interest in Respect to Eco-Tourism: Existing Circuits The Ecotourism sites in Amravati district are located in such a way that they are visited in circuits. The various circuits presently working are given in table 5.2 in accordance with the days of visit.
SrN
Important places of Attraction Accommodation Distance from Divi. (Approx. in KM)
Excursion days
Amravati Forest Division, Amravati, Distt- Amravati
1. Digergavhan, Gurukunj Mozari, Varkhed, Jahagirpur, Koudinyapur, Malkhed Kondeshwar, Jewade
Forest, PWD RH. Mozari Ashram, Deosthan Dharmashala
220 1
2 Morshi, Simbhora, Salbardi, Ridhapur
PWD,MTDC, Irrigation Deptt. RH
170 1
3 Paratwada, Muktagiri, Beharam, PWD RH & Private Hotels
122 1
4 Ridhapur, Salbardi, Mahendri, Morshi Forest RH.& PWD RH. 120 1 East Melghat Forest Division, Chikhaldara: Dist.: Amravati5 1. Bhimkund, Malaviya Point, Forest Garden,
Kalapani Tank, Shivsagar Point, Mozari Point, Devi Point, Shakkar Talava, Gawilgad Fort, Beed Tank, Panchbol Point, Hurricane Point, Long Point, Pospect Point, Vairat, Waterfall of Ambapati, Adnadi Kund,Chitamdeo Point, Panchamdeo Point, Shahanoor
Private Guest Houses, MTDC Guest Houses, Municipal Guest House, Circuit House (B&C), Forest RH., MSEB RH, Irrigation Deptt. RH., Z.P.RH.
80 1
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6 Chikhaldara Points, Gawilgad, Semadoh, Chitamdeo Point, Tourist Zone
Forest RH. 120 2
7 Chikhaldara, Semadoh, Gawilgad, Ambapati, Shahanoor Dam, Semadoh, Jarida, Rahu SanctuaryArea, Ghatang, Pandyadeo, Chitamdeo, Pachamdeo.
Forest RH. 180 3
8 Chikhaldara, Gawilgad, Semadoh, Jarida, Rahu, Pachamadeo, Chitamdeo, Pandyadeo, Ghatang.
Forest RH. 250 7
West Melghat Forest Division, Paratwada: Dist.: Amravati
9 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Dharni, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadga Tapti Triveni Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani
Forest RH. 95 1
10 Dharni, Onkareshwar Forest RH. 100 1 11 Dhakana, Kawadazari Hathi-Sawari Ranigaon
High Point, Shivazari Zigzag Road, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir
Forest RH. 75 1
12 Dhakana, Dollhar, Kekadakheda, Dhodra, (Trecking Route)
Forest RH. 25 1
13 Dhulghat, Ranigaon Sunset Point, Shivzari Shape Rail line
Forest RH. 20 1
14 Dhulghat. Golai. Dhargad, Katkali. Forest RH. 50 1 15 Akot, Narnalakilla, Viewpoint, Surainall a
Waterfall, Seeta's Nahanighar, Khatkali-Koha. Forest RH. 60 1
16 Akot. Dhargad. Gullarghat, Narnala Fort.(Trekking Route)
Forest RH. 80 1
17 Akot, Narsingh Maharaj Mandir, Popatkheda, Wari Hanuman Temple, Van Irrigation Dam.
Forest & Irrigation R.H.
40 1
18 Akot, Khatkali, Ahad, Popatkheda, View Point (Trekking route)
Forest RH. 40 1
19 Dharni, Ranidoh, Savalkheda, Butida. Forest RH. 30 1 20 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near
Chethar Village, Dharni, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadga Tapti Triveni Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani, Dharni, Ranidoh, Savalkheda, Butida.
Forest RH. 125 1
21 Dhakana, Kawadazari Hathi-Sawari Ranigaon High Point, Shivazari Zigzag Road, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir, Dhulghat, Ranigaon Sunset Pont, Shivzari Shape Rail line
Forest RH. 95 2
22 Akot, Narnalakilla, Viewpoint, Surainall a Waterfall, Seeta's Nahanighar, Khatkali-Koha, Akot. Dhargad. Gullarghat, Narnala Fort. (Trekking Route)
Forest RH. 140 2
23 Akot, Dhargad. Gullarghat, Narnala Fort. Narshigh Maharaj Mandir, Popatkheda, VariHanuman Temple, Van Irrigation Dam, Akot, Khatkali, Ahad, Popatkheda, View Point (Trekking route)
Forest RH. 120 2
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24 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadga Tapti Trivani Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani -- Dharni. Onkareshwar -- Ranidoh, Savalkheda, Buitda.
Forest RH
225 Km 3
25 Dhakana, Kawadazari, Ranigaon High Point, Shivazari zigzag Road, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir -- Dollhar, Kekadakheda Dhodra -- Dhulghat, Golai, Dhargad, Katkali
Forest RH. 150 3
26 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Vairagad, Hardha,Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadga Tapti Trivani Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani -- Dharni. Onkareshwar -- Ranidoh, Savalkheda, Shiv - Mandir Dhulghat -- Shivzari -- Akot, Narnala Killa, View Point, Surainalla Waterfall, Seeta Nahanighar, Katkali Koha
Forest RH. 250 5
27 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Dharni, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadg Tapti Triveni Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani. Dhakna, Kawadazari, Ranigaon High Point, ShivazarizigzagRoad, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir Dhulghat, Ranigaon, sunset Point, Shivzari, Akot, Narnala Killa, View Point Surainalla Waterfall, Seeta Nahanighat, Katkali Koha Akot, Narsingh Maharaj Mandir, Popatkheda, Wari Hanuman Temple, Van Irrigation Dam.
Forest RH. 250 5
28 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Dharni, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadg Tapti Triveni Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani. Dhakna, Kawadazari, Ranigaon High Point, ShivazarizigzagRoad, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir Ranigaon sunset Point, Dhulghat Golai, Dhargad, Narnala Killa, View Point, Surainalla Waterfall, Seeta Nahanighar, KatkaliKoha Akot, Ahad, Popatkheda View Point Gullarghat, Narnala Fort.
Forest RH. 300 6
29 Kolkas Forest, Tapti Sipna Sangam near Chethar Village, Dharni, Vairagad, Hardha, Bhokarbardi Killa, Gadg Tapti Triveni Sangam, Lavada, Bajpani. Onkareshwar Dhakna, Kawadazari, Ranigaon High Point, Shivazarizigzag Road, Savalkheda Shiv Mandir Dollhar, Kekadakheda, Dhodra Ranigaon sunset Point, Shivzari Dhulghat Golai, Dhargad, KatkaliAkot Narnala Killa, View Point, Surainalla Waterfall, Seeta Nahanighar, Koha. Gullarghat, Narnala Fort.
Forest RH. 300 7
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7.1.3 Proposed Tourist Circuit in Amavati District
In Amravati district few tourist circuits can be developed for better tourist flow, easement of provison for
infrastructure, better revenue generation and easement in control for maintenance. The proposed tourist
ciruits are as under -
1. Tourist Circuit Melgaht - Chikhaldara
2. Tourist Circuit Amravati
3. Torist Circuit Wasim
4. Tourist Circuit Achalpur- Chandur Bazaar
The proposal for Tourist Circuit Melgaht has been prepared by CREATIVE CIRCLE for about Rs. 122.0
Crores. A Circuit is designed with taking into consideration all the destinations in the Melghat region.
The circuit is designed for 3-4 days to 10-14 days stay within the area which includes different activities.
Following sites were identified for designing a tourism circuit in Melghat - Chikhaldara region which
includes destinations as under :-
• Chikhaldara • Semadoh • Kolkas • Musondi • Makhla • Harisal • Chourakund • Dharni • Amner Fort • Narnala and nearby area • Raipur • Bairagarh • Dhakna • Tarubanda • Rora reservoir • Keli • Bhawai reservoir • Ghatang/ Lawada reservoir • Chethar • Gullarghat • Khatkali
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 88:: PPRROOJJEECCTT PPRROOPPOOSSAALLSS
The CREATIVE CIRCLE team visited MANY tourist destinations and places of tourist interest
across the Amravati district and identified the need for tourism development. This included
identifying tourism and related project ideas at various locations. The considerations for
Amravati district taken under Maharashtra state 20yr perspective plan 2025 have also been
incorporated in the plan.
8.1 Field Survey Findings
(i) North Amravati
Predominantly a forest area, the northern side of district attracts many nature tourists; few attract
culture tourists while Chikhaldara is able to attract leisure tourists. Chikhaldara is incidentally
called the Matheran of Vidarbha.
Destinations Themes Duration Cost (Rs) Mode
Amravati Chikhaldara, Semadoh Leisure,
Heritage, Eco
2 Days –1 Nights
1500
Road
(II) South Amravati
South Amravati is a plain land with a large number of reservoirs and pilgrimage. Tourists and
pilgrims visit the destinations for mostly one day or two. There are a number of tanks/reservoirs
that have the potential to be developed for day tourism and for 2/3 days stay.
8.2 Project ideas / concept
Planning for Sustainable Tourism Development emphasizes on the concept of “Quality
Tourism”. It refers to tourist attractions, facilities and services that offer ‘good value for money’,
protect tourism resources, and attract tourists who will respect the local environment and society.
Our planning approach for tourism development in Maharashtra highlights this concept.
Maharashtra is a congregation of myriad tourist attractions- Forests, adventure Spots, Waterfalls,
caves, Pilgrim centres, Monuments, Archaeological sites, Palaces, cultural festivals and others.
An important component in plan formulation understands the ‘types of tourism’ and ‘tourism
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products’ that can be developed in the state. The concepts have evolved based on tourism
potential of the destination / region, the personal visits of the DCEL team to various places of
tourist interest and the gaps observed thereof, the requirements arising from these gaps,
interactions with local people and experts, hotel owners and entrepreneurs, etc. The basic idea is
to enhance the visitors’ experience to the place.
The project concepts have been described theme wise which has been broadly classed as:
1 Nature Tourism
2 Ethnic Tourism
3 Leisure Tourism
4 Corporate Tourism
5 Health Tourism
6 Religious Tourism
7 Special Interest Tourism
8 Mega Projects
9 Development of Gateways
8.3. Tourism Projects
The revenue generating tourism projects are that provide avenues for entertainment, leisure, shopping and
food for tourists. The investment in these projects would be through private investors. At some
destinations where private players are not allowed such as forests and forts, government departments
would invest in the revenue earning projects proposed at those destinations Projects such as setting up of
folk village, mall road, museums require heavy investments, which are not likely to come from private
investors. These projects however would help the local community in terms of revenue through sale of
handicrafts, local cuisine, folk art etc.
8.3.1 Niche Tourism Products
The ministry of tourism has taken the initiative of identifying, diversifying developing and promoting
niche products of the tourism industry. This is done to overcome the aspect of “seasonality” and to
promote a 365 days destination, attracting tourists with specific interests, and to ensure repeat visits for
the unique products in which India has comparative advantage. These niche products identified by M o T
for development and Promotion under new annual plan 2013 are as under;-
Cruise
1. Adventure 2. Medical
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3. Wellness 4. Golf 5. Polo 6. Meeting incentives conferences and exhibitions( MICE) 7. Eco-tourism 8. Film tourism
8.3.1.1 Adventure tourism
Adventure tourism involves travel to remote, exotic areas, for exploration as for undertaking activities
which test the endurance of both a person and his equipment. Adventure tourism is rapidly growing in
popularity as tourists seek different kinds of vacation.
8.3.1.2 Health Tourism
Amravati district is rich in medicinal and herbal plants. There is availability of rare herbs. The
age old therapy of Ayurveda can be used here for attracting tourists. Health resorts have been
conceptualized offering Ayurvedic Treatments like the Panchkarma Therapy and other
rejuvinative and therapeutic treatments. Yoga and meditation centres are also included in some
resorts. These resorts have been planned at places with good natural surroundings so that
complete “health holidays” can be planned by the tourists.
Herbal health resorts/ Ayurvedic centres can be proposed at Umrazari or Koka. These resorts
shall be located around areas surrounded by forests with naturally growing herbal plants. Local
experts and experts from other parts of India having knowledge about the use of herbs are
available.
8.3.1.3 Wellness Tourism
Wellness tourism is about traveling for the primary purpose of achieving, promoting or maintaining
maximum health and a sense of well being. It is about being proactive in discovering new ways to
promote a healthier, less stressful lifestyle or finding balance in one’s life. The Indian systems of
medicines like Ayurveda, Yoga, Panchkarma, rejuvenation therapy are part of the wellness tourism.
8.3.1.4 Golf Tourism
Due to increase in sports interest in India and world over, the latest craze is Golf which is facing a latest
surge of interest level among youths. Golf events held in India also attract domestic and international
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tourists. With international tourists expected to grow in the next few years, it is important to tap this
growing interest in golf tourism.
8.3.1.5 Corporate Tourism/ Meeting Incentives Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE)
There is an unprecedented rise in conference-business. This is an outcome of changes in corporate
management style and growing competition. Intercompany brainstorming, corporate planning, marketing,
training, dealer interaction, and special project work require executives / others to get away from the
normal place of work and spend time together on a group basis. Scenic locations offer an excellent
environment for such a project.
8.3.1.6 Eco Tourism
The district has immense potential for developing nature-based tourism. Ecotourism has been
universally recognized as a specific type of nature based tourism, which promotes responsible
travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and sustains the well being of the local
people.
"Ecotourism is environmentally responsible travel and visitation to relatively undisturbed natural
areas, in order to enjoy and appreciate nature (and any accompanying cultural features - both past
and present) that promotes conservation, has low negative visitor impact, and provides for
beneficially active socio economic involvement of local populations." (Stated by IUCN (now
called the World Conservation Union). Proposed activities to Ecotourism Sites:
2. Trekking tours through shallow river, forest areas and hills, boating in natural areas, nature
trails with guides to explain about the flora, fauna and ecology, educational camps, camping
and other activities can be organized as part of the product. An improved travel condition to
less visited tourist areas is also envisaged as part of Eco tourism development.
3. Another important aspect, which could be developed as part an ecotourism strategy, is
‘religious’ tourism. There are many spots like the year Hanuman temple in Wai; Mahadev
Temple, and number of small and big temples in Chikhaldara are regularly frequented by
local people. Though these visits are seasonal and restricted to few important festival days in
a year, they turn out to be a challenge for local forest administration as the volume of visitors
is very high (sometimes more than twenty thousand in a single day). The impact of so many
visitors in single day can be quite damaging to the forests and wildlife if not regulated in a
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proper manner. How these local tourists will be included and dealt with in a mutually
beneficial manner is would be challenge for any ecotourism strategy for the region. As one
can see, most of the remains of the forts and other historical structures also happen to lie in or
near the forest areas. This makes it easier to plan and promote tourist itineraries having multi-
dimensional aspects like nature, history, culture and religion.
4. There are other potential areas like sanctuaries, National parks, water bodies and other
unexplored areas, which can be developed as ecotourism sites. Eco- tourism circuits have
been identified linking the potential areas.
Basic elements of ecotourism:
� Contributes to conservation of biodiversity
� Sustains the well being of local people
� Includes an interpretation / learning experience
� Involves responsible action on the part of tourists and the tourism industry
� Is delivered primarily to small groups by small-scale businesses
� Requires the lowest possible consumption of non-renewable resources
� Stresses local participation, ownership and business opportunities, particularly
for rural people
8.3.1.7 Ethnic Tourism
(i) Cultural and Heritage Tourism
Heritage places, famous for monuments, museums, fairs and festivals, handicrafts or
archaeological sites are the potential spots for development of such kind of tourism. The projects
have been based on the idea of conserving and maintaining the unique identity of the place and
the people.
The projects based on the above philosophy include:
� Heritage site development, monument conservation projects at Gawilgad fort in
Chikhaldara, This will include components like area beautification monument restoration,
lighting etc.
� Coffee bar at Chikhaldara selling locally grown coffee.
8.3.1.8 Heritage Hotel
The popular concept of heritage hotel was introduce to cover the old palaces, havelies, castles, forts, and
residences built prior to 1950, into accommodation units so they reproduce the ambience and lifestyle of
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the bygone era. Such hotels are categorized under three categories viz. Heritage, Heritage Classic and
Heritage Grand, based on the standards of facilities and services as per the applicable Guidelines.
8.3.1.9 Apartment hotel
Apartment hotels are increasing becoming popular with business travelers who visit India for assignments
or family holiday, etc. which sometimes prolong for months together. With a view to providing
standardized, world class service s to the tourists, the ministry has introduced a voluntary scheme for
classification of fully operational apartment hotels in the five star deluxe, five star, four star and three star
categories.
8.3. 1.10 Guest Houses
In order to augment supply of hotel accommodation for budget tourists, both domestic and foreign, guest
houses are recommended. The ministry has approved a guideline for approval of such guest houses
including cleanliness, hygiene and upgraded facilities and practices. The guest houses need to cater to the
changing requirements and safety & security concerns. Emphasis has been laid on measurers for
cleanliness, Health, Hygiene and Pest Control.
8.3.1.11 Caravan Tourism
The recently introduced policy of ministry of tourism is Caravan policy. Caravan is a special built vehicle
used for the purpose of travel, leisure and accommodation. They include Recreational Vehicle (RV),
campervans, motor homes, etc. caravans are unique tourism products that promote family oriented tours
in circuits/ destinations not having adequate hotel accommodation. One of the essential prerequisites for
Caravan tourism is the presence of sufficient Caravan Parks in the identified circuits. A Caravan Park is a
place where Caravans can stay overnight in allotted spaces. Such earmarked spaces should provide basic
or advanced amenities and facilities for the Caravans and the tourists.
8.3.1.12 Rural Tourism
The scheme of rural tourism was started by the ministry in 2002-03 with the objective of showcasing rural
life, art, culture, and heritage at rural locations and villages which have core competence in art and craft,
handloom, and textiles as also an asset base in the natural environment. It aimed to benefit the local
community economically and socially as well as to enable interaction between tourists and local
population for a mutually enriching experience. The development strengthening of physical infrastructure
at the identified rural site is supplemented by the capacity building of the local population to develop the
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identified site as a rural tourism product. Now the old scheme has been replaced by a new scheme by
MoT, as rural tourism Cluster. The modified scheme aims at developing a cluster of villages a tourism
product.
8.3.1.13 Leisure Tourism
It includes mainly all types of Leisure and entertainment activities. A detailed analysis of
touristinfrastructure at the destinations shows that there is a lack of entertainment avenues at
most of theplaces. Projects have been suggested for developing spot based entertainment
facilities. These include:
• Landscaping and Rock Garden. • Amusement Parks • Night Ferry cruise. • Nature excursion tour. • Heritage excursion tour • Baggi Rides for fort viewing • Ropeway. • Boat ride in fisherman’s boat
8.3.1.14 Religious Tourism
The places of religious importance attract large crowds based on their significance. During fairs
andfestivals, the number of visitors/ tourists increases manifolds. These places require
touristinfrastructure and services. Upgradation and provision for such services during peak
periods issuggested at these places.
8.3.1.15 Special Interest tourism
This concept emphasizes on learning and experiencing particular features of an area. These can
beassociated with tourists’ long- term vocational or professional interests.Educational tours are
also a type of special interest tourism. Maharashtra offers wide options forpromoting educational
tours related to:
• National parks and Sanctuaries • Silk production, processing & weaving - Organized visits to silk farms, handloom
factories • Educational tours organized in small groups. • Other projects, which can be included, are
o Motor bike hire facility with rides for enjoying the enroute o Tribal villages and village tourism.
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8.4 Investments Planning
To upgrade tourism and the revenue generation through it requires few investments in to the
tourism sector. This investment can be segregated into various heads depending upon the source
of funding. The total investment proposed in the perspective plan can also be classified into
investments in major heads viz.:
(a) Accommodation
(b) Tourism Projects
(c) Tourism Infrastructure
(d) Basic Infrastructure
(e) Promotion and Publicity
(f) Human Resource development
(g) Tourism management and Administration
(h) Others (Incentives and subsidies etc)
8.5 Accommodation
Investments coming under this head are exclusively accommodation projects proposed at various
destinations. Accommodation forms a very substantial part of the total tourism investment and
hence treated as a separate head.
The investments under this head would be mostly private sector investments except for a few
destinations where demonstration projects are required to be funded by the government to attract
private investors for further investments at that destination. Accommodation is an important
factor in the tourism industry. According to the tourist survey, spending on accommodation
constitutes around 50% of the total spending per day per person.
The important tourists spots of Amravati district offer budget accommodations and deluxe hotels
at various destinations including MTDC ones.
8.6. Basic Infrastructure
To increase foot-fall at any destination the prime head is better infrastructure. Out of the
infrastructure the fore most important is accessibility then communication, telephone network,
power, water etc. Being an industrialized state, the basic infrastructure of Maharashtra is more
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developed as compared to other states in terms of minimum requirements of a tourism
destination viz.:
o Accessibility (Road/ Rail/ Waterways/ Air)
o Means of communication
o Telephone network
o Supply of power and water
Since there are very few tertiary destinations where public investment in provision of basic
infrastructure is required, more stress has been laid on improvement in road condition to
destinations, which are not on the priority list of either PWD or MSRDC. Improvement of basic
infrastructure to primary and secondary destination is not considered, as theses destinations are
covered by plans of other departments like PWD, MSRDC and respective local bodies. 8.7. Tourism Infrastructure
These investments funded by government expenditure would be utilized to strengthen tourist facilities such as:
o Public Amenities o Way Side Amenities o Guide training o View Point Development o Area beautification and development o Tourist Information Centres o Information Kiosks o Signage, etc
8.8 Tourist need analysis and project ideas
Two major components of private sector participation are accommodation and tourism projects.
Identification of the investment required in accommodation projects was based on the annual
requirement of additional beds as explained above, whereas the investment required on tourism
projects was based on the purpose of visit of tourists and the spending power of tourists visiting
particular destinations. The tourism projects where private investment is possible are classified
into the following major heads like:
1. Amusement Parks 2. Water parks/Water Sports Complex 3. Restaurants and food joints 4. Budget Accommodation/ Star Hotel Accommodation 5. Folk village, mall road, Mahagram, etc
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6. Convention Centre 7. Adventure Tourism/ River Sports/ Lake Leisure 8. Infrastructure / amenities up-gradation/ souvenirs shops 9. Garden/ herbal park/ Butterfly park
The above tourism projects are revenue-generating projects and cater to different market
segments. E.g.: Amusement parks cater to medium and higher income group tourists on weekend
/ day tour.
8.8.1 Development of Destinations
Private sector investment in tourism is more possible at popular destinations where the minimum
number of tourists per year is large enough to make the proposed project viable. Moreover to
attract the minimum number of tourist required at a destination, the availability of basic and
tourism infrastructure is essential. Preference to the local citizen shall be given for setting up new
avenues like restaurants, etc.
The life cycle of a location as a tourist destination begins with the place having the
requisite tourist potential (wild life, hill station, beach, major city, etc.) and with augmentation of
basic infrastructure at that destination. Such destination with potential for tourism but non-
availability of basic infrastructure is termed a tertiary destination. With gradual increase in the
number of tourists and promotion of that destination, fresh investments are made in necessary
tourist infrastructure to attract and facilitate tourists. These investments are generally small in
magnitude and are funded through the budgetary allocation of state tourism department and local
self-governments. In this phase, government department’s has to start investing in revenue
generating projects like accommodation etc as demonstration projects to attract private
investments. While these public sector investments are madeat the destination, it is a secondary
destination. The third phase begins when a destination has the basic and tourism infrastructure
and has graduated to a secondary destination. Private sector investments are done at this stage
further increasing the tourist inflow exponentially. The increase in tourist inflow further attracts
private investment and the cycle continues till a point where the destination reaches its carrying
capacity.
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8.9 Environment Impact Analysis
Tourism is one of the activities, which has caused concern because of increased human activity
and traffic on fragile environments. On the other hand conscious and sustainable tourism
development can be used very effectively to achieve conservation of environment and socio-
economic upliftment of locals as recognized by the National Tourism Policy 2002. The policy
states, “In the context of economic liberalisation and globalisation being pursued by the country,
the development policies of no sector can remain static. The emergence of tourism is seen as an
important instrument for sustainable human development including poverty alleviation,
employment generation, employment regeneration and advancement of women. The policy
further states “international tourists visiting interiors of the country for reasons of purity of
environment and nature contributes to development of these areas particularly backward areas.
Tourism in environmentally fragile areas such as forests, mountains, interior villages and
heritage monuments and sites thus needs to achieve a tradeoff between the positive and negative
impacts on the environment.
The negative impact of development of tourism in such regions that needs to be considered
before implementation of proposed projects are
1. The tourism revenue may not be utilized in conservation and socio-economic needs.
2. Increasing volume of visitors may result in degradation of natural resources and
environmental balance through felling of trees for facilities and waste, loss of habitat for
wildlife, hunting, poaching, viewing and photography leading to disturbance in feeding
and breeding patterns of the fauna.
3. Increased vehicular traffic, emission of greenhouse gases and sound pollution may hinder
in the conservation efforts at the heritage sites.
4. Building of tourist lodges of materials that do not integrate with the local ambience and
the extra pressure they put on the land and water bodies is destructive.
5. Tourism development in sensitive areas especially in interior village and forests may face
stiff resistance from locals resisting encroachment on their resources and culture.
The positive aspects of tourism development in these regions are
1. Generation of employment for local residents
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2. Conservation of natural resources and heritage monuments through tourism revenue to
maintain destination attractiveness
3. Opportunities for alternate employment for locals engaged in poaching and other illegal
4. Activities
5. Social upliftment and education opportunities through participative village tourism
6. Conservation of natural resources and heritage monuments through participative eco
tourism and special interest tourism
7. Orientation of tourists and community at large towards conservation.
To achieve a tradeoff between the negative and positive impacts of tourism on environment and
heritage monuments, it is essential to evaluate each project on area specific criteria rather than
having a blanket plan for the entire state. This is necessary keeping in mind the unique character
of the location and its economic and social environment. Some of the factors that should form a
part of prerequisites for implementation of tourism projects in the environmentally fragile zones
are suggested below
1. Benefits out of the proposed projects should accrue to all stakeholders namely
environment, conservation, tourists, and local community, funding agency, government
and society at large.
2. Missing out on any of the above would lead to friction and hindrances in implementation.
3. Project should create synergies between all government departments that would aid in
delivering this composite tourism product. For example: A forest safari should safeguard
interests of the tourism as well as the forest department along with those of the operator.
7. The suggested project should have as an integral part, a sound visitor management system
to limit degradation of environment due to saturation of tourists and increased interference
8. Preference and incentives should be awarded to projects encouraging participation of
visitors in the task of restoration and conservation.
9. Projects proposed in offbeat tourist destinations in areas in proximity to traditional tourist
destinations such as Mahabaleshwar should be encouraged as a tool to canalize visitors
and divert a fraction from traditional destination to nontraditional destination. This would
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result in lower pressure on the resources of that destination and increase in the carrying
capacity of that region.
8.10 Cost Calculations for Tourism Project Components
Investment planning for tourism entails an identification of investment opportunities at various
destinations and prioritizing them. Revenue producing opportunities have to be evaluated for
their commercial feasibility so that they can be marketed to potential entrepreneurs. All the costs
considered for the have been on current price basis. For a particular type of project at its
suggested location, the basic rate of land and building, plant & machinery and tourist availing the
facility at the suggested time of implementation is approximately equal. Hence, the same project
can be replicated at all those locations without major changes in capital outlay and profitability.
8.10.1 Details of Tourism Project Components
Revenue producing opportunities have been evaluated for their commercial feasibility so that they can be
marketed to potential entrepreneurs. Investment planning for tourism entails an identification of
investment opportunities at various destinations and prioritizing them. For a particular type of project at
its suggested location, the basic rate of land and building, plant & machinery and tourist availing the
facility at the suggested time of implementation is approximately equal. Hence, the same project can be
replicated at all those locations without major changes in capital outlay and profitability.
8.10.2 Amusement Park
The project will involve setting up of an entertainment park in a sprawling landscaped location. The park
location is very crucial. It is suggested in the best commercial interest of the project to acquire
land on commercial terms rather than wait for subsidized land. It is suggested that the park be
located in the vicinity of major TOURISM DESTINATIONS on the nearby outskirts. The
destinations near which such a project can be implemented are – Amravati and Chikhaldara.
Tourist theme – The changing lifestyle, exposure to roving amusement rides and dearth of meaningful
recreational facilities combine to create a ready demand for amusement park. Tourist expecting a leisure
holiday experience would be attracted towards such an activity.
It will offer not-so-expensive rides and contain ancillary commercial outlets like restaurant, ice-cream
parlor, toyshop and souvenir shop. The shops will be given on lease basis. The project will involve
installation of different rides. The visitors will pay an entry charge to the park. Also, they will pay charges
towards the ride availed. Other source of income to the park will be from the rentals of the shops and car
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park charges. A customizable path approach is essential as the customer capacity to pay is limited; large
volume of business is essential. The target market for such a project would comprise middle class and
above people from the city and surrounding satellite townships. As the suggested locations are well-
established tourist attractions, a part of the tourists visiting these destinations can also be tapped as
potential visitors.
Some of the rides that can be included are given below:- .
Rides 1. Trooper 2. Bumper Car 3. Tea Cup. 4. Water Merry go Round 5. Water Kiddies Ride 6. Baby Train 7. Bounce About 8. Tora Tora 9. Go Cart 10. Loop Coaster 11. Dragon Train
Other facilities, which will be included for visitor convenience, are Entrance Plaza, Ticket counter, public
toilets, Kiosks.
No major environmental impact is envisaged because of the project provided that appropriate
arrangement for disposal of solid & liquid waste generated by the amusement park is made. The ride
operators, unskilled labour and the clerical staff, required for the park operation, can be locally employed.
The project would create at least 132 direct new job opportunities for local residents. Moreover the
project would increase day visitors to the destination as well act as a means of a retaining theme
generating opportunities for other related tourism.
8.10.3 Audio visual show
The project will involve beautification and lighting of site, operation of audio visual show giving
information of the site especially on forts narrating the history of the fort, major attractions on the fort and
significant events from the relevant history witnessed by the fort. The target market for such a project
would comprise middle class domestic tourists for Marathi show and out of state tourists for
Hindi show. The show would also act as retaining theme for the destination converting it from a
day tour destination to a camping destination.
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Components of the Project
1. Amphitheatre: A main stage and a seating arrangement would be constructed to host the Audio-Visual
show. The seating arrangement would have a capacity of 150 people. The stage would be the complete
with high quality acoustic system and control panel for light effects.
2. Light Effects: Lighting arrangement on the fort should be designed to light adequately the major
attractions/ points on the fort. The light effects should be synchronized to the show commentary.
3. Sound effects: A pre recorded show commentary should anchor the show assisted by light effects on
the fort.
4. Folk Show: The audio- visual show would be followed by folk show (called Powada) that narrates
stories of significant events witnessed by the fort. The ‘powada’ was used as a motivator in the times of
Raje Shivaji.
5. Language: Two shows in Marathi and Hindi each are proposed to begin with. An additional English
show would be added later if necessary.
Such shows held in places like Golconda fort in Hyderabad and Shaniwar Wada in Pune have proved to
be friendly to the environment. The revenue earned from the show can also be utilized in restoration
activities of the historic monuments. The project would create at least 8 new direct job opportunities for
local residents of that destination and other indirect opportunities for other related tourism activities such
as restaurants, eating joints, shops selling tourist commodities, local crafts and eatables etc, These would
contribute to general socio-economic development of the local community.
The government can make the initial investment and private entrepreneurs would operate the show on a
yearly contract basis. Being a project related to development of heritage sites, international bodies like
OECD, ADB, etc can be approached for initial funding.
8.10.4 Cottage Resort with Bar and Restaurant
Tourist theme – Tourist expecting a mix of leisure and a cultural experience would be attracted towards
such theme resort built on lines of a village. The target market for such a project would be middle class
and higher tourists with annual income of over Rs 1.5 lakh per annum. Such a theme related resort would
also attract foreign tourists. Any tourist destination near river or lake having potential of approximately
more than 30,000 tourists per year or expected to fetch similar number- Initially the number of cottages
will be built less in number that can be subsequently increased by the increased number of tourists.
Depending upon the location of lake side cottages the theme used for designing the ambience would
change, but still a rural touch must be given to attract tourists.
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Since the basic rates of land and building & plant & machinery and tourist availing the facility at the
suggested time of implementation is the approximately equal at all the above locations is same the project
can be replicated at all these locations without major changes in capital outlay and profitability.
The suggested product would basically provide accommodation with restaurant and bar for visiting
tourists per day. The project would comprise of following components:-
8.10.5 Cottage Accommodation
1. River bank side cottages facing the bank at an appropriate distance from the High Tide Line as
specified in the CRZ regulations (usually 200 m).
2. The cottages would be designed on lines of a traditional regional typology hut with sloping Mangalore
tile roof.
3. The reception centre, restaurant and the overall ambience should be able to deliver an experience of
being in a typical lazy village to tourists.
4. Each cottage would be a 2-bedded self-contained accommodation with provision for 1 extra bed.
8.10.6 Restaurant and Bar
1. Restaurant should include in its menu typical Regional cuisine, complete with tempting and fresh food.
2. Restaurant should also offer specialties from other Maharashtra region and other area like Vidarbha,
Konkan etc.
Care should be taken to minimize by creating a no plastic zone within the resort premises and proper solid
waste management system. A self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for
the project. Discharge of solid waste and sewerage in the sea from points near the beach front should be
discouraged right from the initial phase of planning. The project would create at least 16 new job
opportunities for local residents of that destination.
Moreover the project would retain, on an average 8000-9000 tourists per year at that destination
generating opportunities for other related tourism activities such as restaurants, eating joints, boat rides,
shops selling tourist commodities, local crafts and eatables etc, which would contribute to general socio-
economic development of the local community.
8.10.7 Budget Accommodation
The suggested product would basically provide a budget grade accommodation facility to the tourists. The
project would comprise of following components
1. The hotel will have rooms with basic facilities.
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2. A restaurant will take care of boarding needs of the tourists
There will be no significant environmental impact to the location due to implementation of the project. A
self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
A 30-room hotel project would create at least 16 direct new job opportunities for local residents of that
destination. This would contribute to general socio-economic development of the local community.
8.10.8 Convention Centre
Tourist theme – With the rise on conferences / corporate meets the Theme will be oriented to Corporate
Tourism. The target market for such a project would be mainly for corporate and training institutes. There
is an unprecedented rise in conference-business. This is an outcome of changes in corporate management
style and growing competition. Intercompany brainstorming, corporate planning, marketing, training, and
dealer interaction, special project work all these require executives / others to get away from the normal
place of work and spend time together on a group basis. Hill Station, River banks, vicinity of bigger
towns/cities offers an excellent environment for such a project. The suggested project would provide a
place for corporate meetings, training programs with required media equipment & IT support. The project
would comprise of following components
1. A conference hall designed to seat 60 persons.
2. A cafeteria cum restaurant to take care of lunch, dinner & snacks requirements.
3. The interior work of architecture can be moulded to blend with the tourism theme of the location giving
it an ethnic touch.
There will be no significant environmental impact to the location due to implementation of the project. A
self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
The project would create at least 12 new direct job opportunities for local residents of that destination.
Moreover the project would retain, corporate tourists at that destination generating opportunities for other
related tourism activities such as restaurants, eating joints, boat rides, shops selling tourist commodities,
local crafts and eatables etc, which would contribute to general socio-economic development of the local
community.
8.10.9 Health Resort/ Wellness Tourism
Tourist theme – There is a growing awareness regarding health in a larger sense – remaining fit and
active, body weight, control over aging process, stress –management. The project would harp upon the
theme of Health Tourism. The demand for these activities normally stems from the prosperous sections
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such as businessmen, professionals politicians, and government officials. Also, there is a heavy demand
from women. Hence, the focus should revolve around these sections of the society.
The suggested project would provide a place for those who are interested in physical, spiritual wellbeing.
And also, for those who just want to relax. Various packages will be offered with certain duration for
each. The resort will combine the best of both the systems – western and Indian. Health club & allied
facilities will be modern; while there will be excellent Ayurvedic and nature therapy facilities. The
location of such a project plays an important role in its success. The environment should be quiet,
peaceful and conductive to a health-promoting, stress – relieving experience. Hill stations and water
bodies offer an excellent environment for such a project.
The project would comprise of following components and facilities:
1. A non-star luxury accommodation comprising of rooms.
2. A restaurant cum dining hall to take care of lunch, dinner & snacks requirements. The food served will
emphasize on health, wholesomeness and nutrition.
3. Steam / Sauna bath facilities.
4. Ayurveda / herbal treatment.
5. Nature therapy.
6. Yoga / meditation center.
7. Sophisticated health club / gymnasium.
8. Walkways / jogging facilities.
9. Library.
There will be no significant environmental impact to the location due to implementation of the project. A
self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
The project would create at least 26 new direct job opportunities for local residents of that destination in
the general category. Also, 6 new job opportunities at the instructor level are envisaged. However, all the
personnel for this category will have to be trained properly. Moreover, the herbs that would be required
for nature cure / Ayurvedic treatment will be bought from the local residents who will collect these from
the surrounding forests. This would also contribute to the general socio-economic development of the
local community.
8.10.10 Mall Road
Tourist theme – The project will harp upon the concept of ethnic tourism. Handicrafts and handloom are
rapidly growing markets. Further, the foreign buyers have made India rediscover the value of crafts. The
ethnic has become fashionable. It creates an environment, which brings together commercial/creative
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elements of craft. The unique identity of a fort / river bank/ lake side/ hill station in a region which itself
is famous for its handicrafts more so ever its leather footwear makes it an appropriate location. The land
provision support is desired from the local municipal corporation and the tourism department.
The project would provide a shopping place selling various local handicrafts and artifacts. Also the stalls
would sell local cuisine. The stalls would be made available by the government to local private
entrepreneurs and in return a monthly rent would be charged. The project would comprise of following
components
1. 40 stalls with traditional architectural features.
2. Some of the stalls would sell local cuisine and delicacies.
There will be no significant environmental impact to the location due to implementation of the project. A
self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
The project would create at least 9 new direct job opportunities in the administrative cadre who would
supervise the overall functionality of the Mall road. The leasing of the stalls would create additional direct
employment to the local artisans and craft persons.
8.10.11 Non Star Luxury Accommodation
Tourists expecting a good cadre of accommodation above the general budget type but below the star
categories would be attracted to such a project
The suggested product would basically provide a non -star grade accommodation facility to the tourists.
The project would comprise of following components
1. The hotel will have well furnished rooms.
2. It will offer different categories of rooms to suit different pocket sizes.
3. Air-conditioned rooms will also be available.
4. All the rooms will have a Television and intercom facility.
5. A restaurant will take care of boarding needs of the tourists.
There will be no significant environmental impact to the location due to implementation of the project. A
self-contained system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
A 30-room hotel project would create at least 23 direct new job opportunities for local residents of that
destination. The hotel / restaurant in future can employ local performing artists, which would contribute
to general socio-economic development of the local community.
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8.10.12 Restaurant
Tourist theme – Tourist expecting a food joint with a cultural experience would be attracted to such a
project. The target market for such a project would be all class of tourists. Giving an Ethnic touch would
also attract foreign tourists.
The suggested product would basically provide eating facility to the tourists. The project would comprise
of following components
1. 10 Tables, which will be able to accommodate 40 tourists at a time.
2. The restaurant would be given a touch of the tourist theme of the location.
3. The restaurant will serve local cuisine along with other Indian foodstuffs.
The restaurant will have no significant environmental impact at the location. Care should be taken to
minimize though by creating a no plastic zone at locations near to the Reserve forests. A self-contained
system for solid waste management would be desirable for the project.
The project would create at least 12 direct new job opportunities for local residents of that destination.
The restaurant in future can employ local performing artists, which would contribute to general socio-
economic development of the local community.
8.10.13 Lake Water Sports
Tourist theme – Tourist expecting a mix of leisure and adventure experience would be attracted towards
such an activity. The target market for such a project would comprise middle class and higher tourists
with annual income of over Rs 1.5 lac per annum. Such a theme related resort would also attract foreign
tourists. Lake water sports can be implemented at lake with sufficient water availability throughout the
year with good tourist flow. Such projects can club together with lakeside cottages.
The project will involve installation of sea-based water sports activities. A list of these activities /
facilities is given below. The users will pay a ride charge.
8.10.13.1 Bank Rides and Facilities
1. Parasailing (1 Nos – Speed boat + Parasail assembly): Under this activity a Para sailor is connected to a
sea-bound speedboat. The Para sailor remains on the shore. The speedboat is normally 150 m away from
the sailor. The speedboat moves just as the helpers open up the parachute. The pull given by the boat lifts
the Para sailor from the sand. The sailor can achieve a height of maximum 375 m. the sailor lands on sand
or in shallow water.
2. Water Scooter (2 Nos): The scooter will be a 2-seater boat & run on petrol. This can be handed over to
the tourist to drive or a driver will be provided by the operator.
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3. Water Skiing (1 Nos – Speed boat + Skiing assembly): The skier will hold on to a string attached to a
speedboat. As the boat gains speed the skier will balance on the surface of water by means of two flat
boards or ski’s. This needs some skill & training, which can be imparted quickly.
4. Life Jackets (40 nos): The tourist will have to wear a life jacket to undertake any of the above-
mentioned activities to ensure safety.
8.10.13.2 Lake Rides and Facilities
1. Row Boat (5 nos): These will be 4 seater boats which will be operated by the tourist themselves or a
row person will be provided by the operators.
2. Water Scooter (4 nos): The scooter will be a 2-seater boat & run on petrol. This can be handed over to
the tourist to drive or a driver will be provided by the operator.
3. Water Skiing (1 nos – Speed boat + Skiing assembly): The skier will hold on to a string attached to a
speedboat. As the boat gains speed the skier will balance on the surface of water by means of two flat
boards or ski’s. This needs some skill & training, which can be imparted quickly.
4. Mini Pirate Boat (1 nos): This will be 12-seater motorboat, which will be operated by a driver for a
group of people & driven around the lake.
5. Pedal Boat (5 nos): This will be a 2-seater boat, which will be operated by 2 people
Being a small-scale operation the project will not have any significant adverse effect on the environment.
Moreover, the suggested locations do not have any commercial activity such as fishing by local
fishermen, market for marine products on the river bank / lakefronts.
The boat operators & clerks can be locally employed with minor training. The project would create at
least 7 direct new job opportunities for local residents of that destination for beach sports & 13 direct new
job opportunities in case of lake water sports. Moreover the project would increase day visitors at that
destination generating opportunities for other related tourism activities such as restaurants, eating joints,
shops selling tourist commodities, local crafts and eatables etc, which would contribute to general socio-
economic development of the local community.
8.11 SWOT Analysis of Tourist Destination
Strengths
• Rich culture and heritage
• Variety of landscapes, lifestyles and cuisines
• Rich tradition in handicrafts
• Colorful fairs and festivals
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Weaknesses
• Poor accessibility to many tourist destinations due to basic Infrastructure bottlenecks
• Lack of tourist infrastructure & basic amenities at many tourist destinations
• Lack of information about tourist destinations
• Unfavorable brand image as a tourist friendly destination.
Opportunities
• Global trend towards exotic destinations like India
• Tourism potential unexploited
Threats
• High exploitation of tourism spots result in environmental deterioration of nature and wildlife destinations
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 99 :: TTOOUURRIISSTT FFLLOOWW
1. Tourism is now well recognized as a major growth engine. Several countries have
transformed their economies by developing their tourism potential. Tourism has great
capacity to create large-scale employment – from the most specialized to the unskilled.
The Indian economy is undergoing a major transformation. With an annual growth of
eight percent, India has become the second most favored destination for foreign direct
investment. As an economic activity in the service sector, tourism also has enormous
potential for contributing to economic growth.
2. Tourism has the potential to change the economic face of a region. The benefits of
planned tourism development are manifold. Promotion of tourism would bring many
direct and indirect benefits to the people. GoI as well as GoMP have initiated tourism
policy/ies to meet the growing demands for infrastructure and service delivery.
3. Some of the direct benefits accruing to the local community of a region as a result of
tourism development are:
i. Employment opportunities in tourism and hospitality sector
ii. Development of private enterprise
iii. Improved standard of living
iv. Social upliftment and improved quality of life
v. Better education and training
vi. Sustainable environmental practices
vii. Foreign exchange earning
Some of the indirect benefits accruing to the local community of a region as a result of tourism
development are:
• Infrastructure development – power, water, sanitation, hospitals, roads, etc.
• Market for local produce
• Employment in infrastructure sector
• Economic up-liftment due to income multiplier effect
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9.1 Tourism Scenario in India – An Overview
India’s travel and tourism (T&T) economy accounts for 25 million jobs or 6% of employment. The
departments of tourism estimates of travel and tourism industry jobs are 4.2 million or 2.9% of all
employment.
9.2 Development of Tourism in Maharashtra
In order to increase the influx of domestic and international tourists, Maharashtra tourism came up with
aggressive promotion campaigns and strategies. The department launched its "Maharashtra Unlimited"
campaign in domestic and overseas market to create awareness about tourism in Maharashtra and to
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popularize Maharashtra travel destinations. Maharashtra tourism is also developing infrastructure
like hotels, transport at major tourist destinations and has identified several new Maharashtra tourism
circuits and special tourism areas, which would be given priority in tourism related infrastructure
development.
Maharashtra Tourism also plans to focus on various other innovative areas such as Bollywood tourism,
Eco Tourism, Wildlife tourism, Wine tourism, Agro Tourism, and special entertainment zone. For the
convenience of tourists, Maharashtra tourism has opened tourist information centers at all popular
destination, which provide travel information about various tourist spots in Maharashtra and offer travel
maps, Maharashtra tourism guides and travel books at affordable prices. Tourists can also get complete
Maharashtra travel information at the official website of Maharashtra Tourism Development
Corporation.
The selection of destination to be visited amongst the various choices available is done by the tourists
using the following four factors
1. Availability of ample avenues for tourism development in terms of natural resources and geo-
bio diversity
2. Availability of basic infrastructure, communication network and transportation facility to major
states of India.
3. Availability of tourism infrastructure such as tour/ taxi operators, Way side amenities and
development of view points and destinations
4. Awareness about the destination in the mind of tourists.
9.3. Composition of Tourist Traffic in Maharashtra
The composition of tourist traffic travelling with tour operators depends upon the tourist circuit
visited. For tours such as Ashtavinayak, Kolhapur, Jejuri, Nashik, Wani etc., the percentage
share of pilgrims is as high as 90% whereas for tours like Konkan, Aurangabad etc, the
percentage of Leisure and Heritage tourists is high.
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9.3.1 Preferred tourist circuits
The established travel circuits in Maharashtra can be classified on the basis of travel themes as
well as on the basis of geographic location. As the state of Maharashtra is spread across 3,07,713
Sq. kms, it is impossible to cover all the pilgrimage destinations in one particular travel circuit
with pilgrimage as its main theme. The travel circuits offered by tour operators in Maharashtra
are thus governed by the geographical scope of the circuit and essentially are a mixture of a
variety of tourist themes. Table 7.3 shows the major conducted tours in Maharashtra under which
Amravati does fall. The efforts to market Amravati tourism to make it visible on state tourism
map is required.
Table 9.3 : Major conducted tours in Maharashtra Destinations Themes Duration Cost (Rs) Mode
Aurangabad Circuit (500 km Ex Aurangabad) Aurangabad, Paithan, Daulatabad, Ellora, Culture/ 4 Days - 3500 Road Grishneshwar, Ajantha. Heritage 3 Nights Mahabaleshwar Circuit ( 300 Km Ex Pune/ Mumbai) Mahabaleshwar, Panchgani, Pratapgad, Leisure 2 Days – 1250 Road Wai. 1 Night Ashtavinayak Circuit ( 825 Km circular tour Ex Pune) 8 places of Lord Ganesh in and around Pilgrimage 3 Days – 1000 Road Pune district 2 Night Destinations Themes Duration Cost (Rs) Mode Nashik Circuit (Ex Nashik/ Pune/ Mumbai) Nashik, Wani, Trimbakeshwar, Shirdi. Pilgrimage 3 Days – 1500 Road 2 Nights Central Konkan (Ex Pune ) Kolhapur, Panhala, Ratnagiri, Pavas, Leisure/ 3 Days – 2500 Road
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9.4 Market potential of Maharashtra tourism by Perspective plan
The tourist arrivals in Maharashtra for the year 2000 are estimated to be around 9.38 million as
per the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India. Maharashtra share in the total domestic
tourist arrivals in India is 3.95% whereas its share in total international tourist arrivals in India is
around 40.68%.
Mumbai being a major international airport in India, it is widely used as entry and exit point by
international tourists. However out of around 1.08 million tourists visiting Maharashtra only 5-
6% of foreign tourists move on to tourist destinations in Maharashtra. Based on the market
survey of 40 important tourist destinations in Maharashtra covering 75% of total tourist arrivals
in Maharashtra, DCEL has targeted a CAGR of 6.72% over the next 20 years.
The growth estimated in total tourist traffic over the next 20 years indicates the projections for
total domestic and foreign tourists. Figure 5.3 shows the mentioned growth rates.
Ganapatipule, Dervan, Chiplun. Pilgrimage 2 Nights North Konkan (Ex Mumbai/ Pune) Alibag, Murud – Janjira, Harihareshwar, Leisure 3 days – 1750 Road Srivardhan, Dapoli 2 Nights South Konkan ( Ex Pune)
Amboli, Sawantwadi, Vengurla, Malvan, Leisure 4 Days - 2100 Road/ Train
Sindhudurg, Vijaydurg 3 Nights Entire Konkan (Ex Pune 2000 km)
Major attractions in Sindhudurg, Leisure 7 Days – 4500 Train/ Road
Ratnagiri, Raigad districts 6 Nights Amravati Chikhaldara, Semadoh Leisure, 2 Days – 1500 Road Heritage, 1 Nights Eco Vidarbha (Ex Nagpur) Vidarbha Ashtavinayak Pilgrimage 2 Days – 1200 Road 1 Nights
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The overall growth rates for all Maharashtra destinations and the estimated CAGR for tourist
arrivals in Maharashtra for domestic tourists are shown in Table 9.4.
Table 9.4 overall growth rates of Maharashtra tourist destinations. Destination Tourist Inflow per year Overall CAGR
Current 2001-02 Estimated 2021-22 2001-02 2021-22 Aurangabad 600000 1670725 5.25% Ajantha 350000 1136489 6.07% Paithan 75000 240535 6.00% Lonar 3500 18168 8.58% Nashik 115000 368821 6.00% Wani 400000 1282854 6.00% Bhandardara 100000 369221 6.75% Mumbai 1000000 5590100 8.99% Bhimashankar 350000 1122497 6.00% Pune 500000 2007141 7.20% Pratapgad 300000 1128660 6.85% Wai 200000 752440 6.85% Koyna 30000 128565 7.55% Kolhapur 350000 1405367 7.20% Panhala 425000 1181981 5.25% Dajipur 20000 41327 3.70% Amboli 35000 102986 5.54% Sawantwadi 50000 186352 6.80% Tarkarli 75000 269079 6.60% Malvan 200000 641427 6.00% Kunkeshwar 35000 76689 4.00% Devgad 35000 90237 4.85% Ratnagiri 200000 752440 6.85% Dervan 50000 182885 6.70% Harne 25000 86219 6.39% Karde 15000 77782 8.58% Harihareshwar 100000 416792 7.40% Diveagar 20000 59437 5.60% Janjira 50000 143038 5.40%
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Wardha 150000 583943 7.03% Bhadravati 75000 164334 4.00% Tadoba 75000 206537 5.20% Nawegaon N.P 100000 219112 4.00% Nagpur 400000 1664021 7.39% Ramtek 200000 832011 7.39% Totladoh 50000 130044 4.90% Amravati 70000 251276 6.60% Chikhaldara 100000 358965 6.60% Semadoh 30000 107690 6.60% Ambejogai 250000 547781 4.00% All destinations visited 7208500 26465925 6.72% Estimate for State 9372327 34405702 6.72%
9.5 Market Segments
Out of the total tourist visiting tourist destinations in Maharashtra, about 15-20 % tourists are
from other states while only 10-12% tourists are of foreign origin. The majority of tourists in
Maharashtra are domestic tourists from within the state. The revenue earned from the out of state
and foreign tourists is almost twice the local tourists. However, only a few select destinations in
Maharashtra are popular amongst the tourist from other states. This number is even smaller for
foreign tourists. Other tourist destinations in Maharashtra exclusively depend upon domestic
tourists for the revenue generated through tourism.
Thus the total market for tourism in Maharashtra can be segmented on the basis of three
independent parameters
(i) State/ Country of Origin
Popular destinations having good basic and tourism infrastructure can be targeted towards
tourists from out of Maharashtra and foreign tourists. Investments in tourism projects should be
encouraged in these destinations to retain tourists for a longer duration and increase the number
of spending avenues. Tourism projects such as amusement parks, health resorts, water sports are
suggested in these destinations.
(ii) Area of interest
Some destinations in Maharashtra offer tourism experience unique to those destinations only and
cannot be replicated elsewhere. Tourists visit such destinations with a special interest in that
particular theme. Destinations like reserved forest offer special experiences exclusive to those
destinations. Such destinations have a limited but an assured market, as there is no substitute to
these products.
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(iii) Spending power of tourists
Selection of a destination for various tourism projects should match with the spending power of
the type of visitors visiting that destination. An amusement park situated at remote destinations
would not fetch more revenue as compared to that situated in the vicinity of major towns.
9.6 Tourist Flow
TABLE 9.5 Month Wise Tourism Flow in Amravati
Months Domestic tourist Foreign tourist July 18100 04 August 89399 03 September 53905 2 October 96632 02 November 105789 12 December 106142 9 January 118189 0 February 119816 0 March 111190 0 April 99048 0 May 101631 0 June 105043 0 Total 1124884 32
( survey by DCDL)
9.6.1 Projection of Tourist Flow 2032
9.6.1.1 Methodology adopted for estimating the Tourist Load in 2032
The load in 2032 has two components – domestic tourist load and foreign tourist load. The
methodology for evaluation of tourist load in 2032 is as follows:
Step 1: Estimation of Domestic Tourist Load in 2032:
The Ministry of Tourism Government of India aims at maintaining the annual domestic tourist
growth rate of 12.16% for the next five years (Source: Letter DO No. 8(12)/2011- MRD, issued
by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India to Secretary Tourism of all States).For calculating
the domestic tourist load in 2032 the base year figures of 2010 were thus projected using a
CAGR of 12.16%.
Months Domestic tourist Projected Domestic Tourist Flow ( by 12.16% CAGR ) 2010 2012 2017 2022 2027 2032
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July 18100 26904 21181 23382 25583 27784August 89399 132883 104618 115489 126360 137231September 53905 80124 63082 69637 76191 82746October 96632 143634 113083 124833 136584 148334November 105789 157245 123799 136662 149526 162390December 106142 157769 124212 137118 150025 162932January 118189 175676 138309 152681 167053 181425February 119816 178095 140213 154783 169353 183922March 111190 165273 130119 143640 157160 170681April 99048 147225 115910 127954 139998 152043May 101631 151064 118933 131291 143649 156008June 105043 156136 122926 135699 148472 161245Total 1124884 1674040 1318402 1455191 1591981 1728773
Step 2: Estimation of Foreign Tourist Load in 2032:
The Ministry of Tourism Government of India aims at increasing the country’s share of World
Tourist Arrivals from 0.6% to 1% for the next five years (Source: Letter DO No. 8(12)/2011-
MRD, issued by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India to Secretary Tourism of all
States).Using these figures a CAGR of 10.76% was calculated. Thus For calculating the foreign
tourist load in 2032 the base year figures of 2010 were thus projected using a CAGR of 10.76%.
But in Amravati district, special marketing and promotion efforts will increase the growth rate by
14% in first five years and by rate of 7% in subsequent intervals of five years.
Months Foreign tourist Projected Foreign tourist Flow ( by 10.76% CAGR)
Year 2010 2012 2017 2022 2027 2032 July 4 56 84 112 140 168 August 3 42 63 84 105 126 September 2 28 42 56 70 84 October 2 28 42 56 70 84 November 12 168 252 336 420 504 December 9 126 189 252 315 378 January 0 2 14 28 42 56 February 0 2 14 28 42 56 March 0 2 14 28 42 56 April 0 2 14 28 42 56 May 0 2 14 28 42 56 June 0 2 14 28 42 56 Total 32 460 756 1064 1372 1680
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Step 3: Estimation of Tourist Load in 2032:
The sum of Domestic Tourist Load (2032) and Foreign Tourist Load (2032) was arrived at to
estimate the Tourist Load in 2032.
Months Domestic tourist
Foreign tourist
Projected Domestic 2032
Projected Foreign tourist 2032
Total 2032
July 18100 04 27784 168 27952 August 89399 03 137231 126 137357 September 53905 2 82746 84 82830 October 96632 02 148334 84 148418 November 105789 12 162390 504 162894 December 106142 9 162932 378 163310 January 118189 0 181425 56 181481 February 119816 0 183922 56 183978 March 111190 0 170681 56 170737 April 99048 0 152043 56 152099 May 101631 0 156008 56 156064 June 105043 0 161245 56 161301 Total 1124884 32 1728773 1680 1730453
9.7 Characteristics of Tourists
9.7.1 Characteristics and Purpose of Visit of Domestic Tourists
If all the tourist centres and business centres are considered, the percentage of business tourists
is likely to be more but leisure and pilgrimage individually or a combination of the two would be
the largest shareholders in purpose of visit. It is estimated through discussions with experts that
leisure and pilgrimage together contribute to around 75-80 percent of tourist themes.
Most of the popular tourist circuits in Maharashtra being a combination of Pilgrimage and
Adventure tourism themes, most of the tourists travel with their family or in a group of 6-8
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persons. None of the domestic tourists contacted were travelling on a package tour as the survey
was carried out during the off-season.
Most of the domestic tourists (almost all) travelled by road to all the destinations visited. This is
due to good road connectivity between places and popular tourist destinations being near to the
major National Highways in Maharashtra. With a good connectivity provided by MSRTC buses,
tourists prefer road as the mode of transport. Many tourists travelling with groups travel by their
own or hired vehicle and Average length of stay at a single destination for domestic tourists is 1-
2 days. This is because most destinations are part of existing tourist circuit covered in 5-6 days.
It is noteworthy that the probability of repeat visits to the same destination in Maharashtra is as
high as 50 %.
9.7.1.1 Demographic profile of Domestic tourist visiting the state
(i) Gender
Amongst the tourists who avail of services from the operators, 60% are male tourists whereas
40% are female tourists.
(ii) Age group
The age distribution of tourists travelling with tour operators is as shown below. As the purpose
of visit of majority of tourists travelling with tour operators is either pilgrimage or leisure, the
tourists of age group from 35-64 constitute around 55% of the tourists handled by tour operators.
Tourists prefer tour operators for multi-destination tours like Ashtavinayak, Konkan Darshan etc.
Amongst the tourists handled by tour operators, more percentage is of tourists travelling with
their families than those travelling alone or with friends.
Origin of visitors Majority of tourist are from within the district and state of Maharashtra
Length of stay Every domestic tourist spends on an average 3 – 5 days for tourism, not necessarily in Maharashtra. The average duration of stay at one destination is 1-2 days.
Expenditure on various tourism Average spending per day = Rs 679 per person
products at camping destinations 43% Accommodation, 23% Transport, 22% Food, 12% Entertainment
Expenditure on various tourism Average spending per day = Rs 425 per person
products at day tour destinations 44% Transport, 41% Food, 15% Entertainment
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9.7.1.2 Average length of stay and spending per person
According to tour operators, the average length of stay varies according to the tour undertaken. For tours
out of Maharashtra, the average duration of stay is around 10-15 days whereas for tours within
Maharashtra, the average duration of tour is around 5-6 days and the average duration of stay at a
particular destination is 2 days. The general opinion was that barring Accommodation, Food and
Communication, all other facilities like entertainment and shopping avenues, guide services, tour/ taxi
operators Civic amenities, banking and facilities for elderly and disabled at most destinations need
improvement. The tourist season as mentioned earlier is in the period of May-June (summer vacations)
and November – January (Diwali and Christmas vacations).
9.7.2.2 Characteristics and Purpose of visit of foreign tourists
Needs of foreign tourists surveyed Heritage sites, Beaches, Culture and business
Length of stay Average 2-4 days in Maharashtra
Origin of visitors Europe and Japan are major countries of origin
Total average expense per day per person $ 58.33 US
Expenditure on various tourism products Accommodation 49 %, Food– 21%, Transport 23%
Main areas of concern Sanitation, Emergency medical facility, Roads and transport
Most of the non-business foreign tourists coming into Maharashtra directly go to other states from
Mumbai. Very few of the total tourists (8-10%) visiting Maharashtra, visit tourist destinations in
Maharashtra. Almost 57% of the foreign tourists contacted were from Europe followed by Asians with
31%. Europeans were mainly from Germany and UK whereas Asians mainly interested in Buddhist caves
of Ajantha and Ellora were from Japan and Korea. The majority of foreign tourists’ visiting India are of
the age group 25 – 34 years, followed by the age group 34-45 year. A substantial share (28%) of
respondents was students visiting Ajantha – Ellora caves.
Foreign tourists visiting for the first time generally prefer a package tour. More than 50% of the foreign
tourists surveyed were travelling on a package tour. Unlike domestic tourists who prefer road transport,
foreign tourists generally use a combination of two modes of transport to reach a destination. Railways is
used to reach the base city like Mumbai, Aurangabad, etc and road is used to reach the actual destination.
Average duration of stay for foreign tourists in Mumbai is around 2 days, while in Maharashtra it is
around 4-5 days. This is only 10-15 percent of the total stay in India, which is about 31.5 days according
to the Ministry of tourism, GOI. The survey displayed a good repeat tour probability to the destinations in
Maharashtra. Around 25-30% of foreign tourists were repeat visitors to India and the average stay in
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Maharashtra was about 1 week or less. Major sources of information about destinations in Maharashtra
remain India travel guide and information from friends and relatives. The average spending per day per
person of foreign tourists is around $ 58.33.
9.7.3 Satisfaction level with tourist facilities
Roads, sanitation and emergency medical facilities were the most inadequate components of tourism
infrastructure. On a scale of 1-5, emergency medical facilities get a poor ranking while roads get an
average ranking. Other areas for improvement specifically at foreign tourist destinations are those falling
in the Average category on the above scale. Better connectivity, accommodation, banking facility and
shopping facility should be the priority areas of development.
9.7.4 Other observations
Few Travel Agents and tour operators offer conducted tours for the eastern zone. Some tour
operators based in Nagpur and Amravati offer conducted tours to Vidarbha, Chikhaldara/
Semadoh and even places like Nagzira/ Navegaon Forests. Most of the tour operators in
Maharashtra concentrate on long duration interstate tours rather than domestic tours within
Maharashtra.
9.7.4.1 Main areas of concern
a. Domestic tourists (within the state) prefer to travel on their own. They prefer a tour
operator for tours of other states.
b. A single tour includes more than one theme such as pilgrimage as well as leisure.
c. Major tourist season is between the months of April to August.
d. Most of the tourists are of a mid-income group of Rs 1 – 2.5 Lacs per annum.
e. There is a lack of basic infrastructure at stop over locations.
9.7.4.2 Type of Accommodation
Budget accommodation and luxury-flatted accommodation are most popular amongst the
tourists’ in Maharashtra.
9.7.4.3. Problems faced during stay
The major problems faced by tourists are:
i. Lack of availability of trained guides.
ii. Lack of availability of public amenities at tourist destinations
iii. Lack of good accommodation facilities at secondary destinations
iv. Poor maintenance and upkeep of historic monuments and forts.
v. Poor cleanliness and hygiene at tourist attractions.
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vi. Lack of proper signage’s
vii. Lack of means of transport
viii. Lack of money changing facilities
ix. Cheating by Auto drivers, guides etc.
9.7.4.4 Satisfaction level with tourist facilities
Satisfaction level – Camping destinations
Satisfaction level – En Route / Day Tour destinations
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9.7.4.5 Satisfaction Survey for tourism related infrastructure Satisfaction En Route Destination Camping Destination Very Good Site Seeing Accommodation Good Safety Road, Safety, Site Seeing, Sanitation and
Communication Average Road, Guide services, Sanitation, Accommodation and
Communication Banking, Emergency Medical services, Shopping facility and Guide services
Poor Shopping Banking, Emergency Medical services. ‐ ‐ ‐These destinations however get only average ranking in terms of Medical services, Banking, Shopping
facility and guide services. For en route and day tour destinations, factors such as accommodation,
banking and emergency medical services are of less importance. These factors need to be developed only
after development of that destination as a camping destination. Thus, a short term project with an ability
to increase the duration of visits must be considered. Providing good shopping/ entertainment facility and
providing guides may serve this purpose.
9.8 Strategies for Improvement
1. The effort to attract foreign tourists to Amravati district will be based on the level of
marketing- i.e. making Amravat destinations visible on international- tourist map. Hence,
it is required to enhance the marketing effort
2. Improvement of quality of services like better hotels, Improvement in hygiene and
cleanliness etc.
3. Improvement of communication facility –
a. Easy access to telephones/ fax/ inter-net etc.
b. Improving the availability of trained guides conversant with English.
c. Provision of proper signage’s in English
d. Improvement in means of travel – road/railways/airways.
4. Increased number of Tour operators establishments with on-line facility for booking.
5. Improvement in travel routes and mode of transports
6. Availability of Banking facility with ATM, forex.
7. Improvement of security systems like close circuit TV.
8. Eradication of theft practices like cheating by auto drivers/shop keepers/ guides etc.
9. Establishment of grievance cell, police, guards, first-aid cell for the safety of tourists.
10. Eradication of beggars, pick pocketers, thief.
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11. Improvement of parking facility and better management of large number tourists
especially at pilgrim sites at the times of festival.
12. Selection of a destination for various tourism projects should match with the spending
power of the type of visitors visiting that destination. Nsity 9.9 Infrastructure Analysis of Destinations
Destinations in the district and the major towns of the district do not face the problem of over crowding and hence suitable for increased load of tourists flow in respect to carrying capacity. The destinations in district needs to improved as far as basic infrastructure is concern. The major towns
and tourist destinations do not face any problem related to over carrying capacity as these are visited by
less number of tourists and there is ample scope for attracting large number of tourists.
ii. The values of the indices were evaluated based on a qualitative assessment with respect to the Physical
– Ecological indicators. The indicators which were assessed for the category wise tourist places are
summarized in Table 9.8
9.10 Estimation of Employment Generation
The proposed investments at tourist destinations and circuit are expected to generate
employment. These employment figures have been estimated on a district level because of the
direct and indirect nature of employment generation from these investments. To estimate the
number of employment generated an investment multiplier of 78 jobs per million investments is
taken. The employment generation district wise and due to projects proposed across districts will
be 335265.
EMPLOYMENT GENERATION FROM DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUITS/ DESTINATIONS, AMRAVATI DISTRICT
S. NO.
Tourism Circuits/ Destinations Employment Generation
1 Chikhaldara 131362 Semadoh 1278 3 Melghat 5463 4 Gawilgad 1789 5 Amner fort 1714
6 Amravati city : Rejuvinationa, development of tourist facility and beautification of two lakes (Chhatri Talav & Wadali Talav) 25340
7 Development of Chirodi and Pohara Hills 40092 8 Warud 1076
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9 Gavhankund, Warud 2788 10 Amner, Warud 1586 11 Mona Rani Fort 2785 12 Loni 1924 13 Savanga 1201 14 Musalkheda 3258 15 Pusla 852 16 Karajgaon 1537 17 Nagthana 1085 18 Jhunj 2252 19 Linga 3304 20 Chamatkari Devi 2260 21 Vedapur 680 22 Mahendri 3027 23 Bhemendi 685 24 Jhatamajhiri 661
25 Shendurajana Ghat, Warud. 669 26 Pusli dam 3585 27 Pandhari dam 3809 28 Pak nala/ River Project ‐ 249729 Pusali‐Satnur village tourism 3224 30 Satnur dam 2447 31 Shekdari river 3285 32 Wai dam 3285 33 Nagthana dam 3279 34 Pusali – Buddhist site near Pusli dam, 328835 Shanti Vana Bhoomi Vihara 3409 36 Riddhapur, Morshi 2120 37 Simbhora 1269 38 Upper wardha dam (Nal damyanti reservoir) 3705 39 Ambada 794 40 Udaykhed 1269 41 Gorada 1145 42 Salbardi 794 43 Dharul 1486 44 Dhamangaon RailwayTaluka Pimpalkhuta 1391 45 Ashta Wadala 2055 46 Bagaji Sagar Dam 2799 47 Jalgaon Aarvi 3187 48 Gunji Tekadi 2453 49 Tiwasa(Tiosa) Taluka Gurudevnagar (Mozri) 973
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50 Kondanyapur 1067 51 Dhamantri 794 52 Varkhed 794 53 Chandur Railway Taluka 755 54 Karla 794 55 Pathergaon 794 56 Sawanga 794 57 Manjarakhed 794 58 Ghuikhed 700 59 Bhiltek 755 60 Satefal 755 61 Bagapur 755 62 Baggi 747 63 Jalaka Jagtap 755 64 Sawangi Magrapur 755 65 Ambapur 75566 Bramhi 755 67 Naya Savanga 763 68 Achalpur Tahsil Muktagiri Digambar Jain Tirth 15 km 989 69 Shah Dulha Rehman Gazi Dargha (shrine) 972 70 Waghamata and Kalimata Temple 965 71 Bhairam Temple 739 72 Dharkhora water fall 4552 73 Kartikswami Temple 763 74 Mandalsha 763 75 Ashatamasidhi 763 76 Sultapura 880 77 Hauj Katora 856 78 Godwagholi 872 79 Dattaziri Alamad baba 958 80 Malaveshpura 1411 81 Jivanpura 856 Dams
82 Sapan Project Wazzar 3769 83 Chandrabhaga Project, Bhopapur 376984 Anjangaon Taluka Muha Devi 778 85 Takarkheda More 895 86 Vanoja (Bagh) 973 87 Kumbhargaon 997 88 Aawajapur 895 89 Khanampur Pandhari 895
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90 Shelgaon 895 91 Chausala 997
Historical places 92 Deshpande Wada 995 93 Devnath Math 692 94 Daryapur Taluka Mohimapur 794 95 Pimpdaoud 2363 96 Shingnapur 2363 97 Uprai 2168 98 Aasha Manisha Temple 1224 99 Babhadi 2339 100 Umari Itbarpur 2152 101 Mahuli 2417
GRAND TOTAL 240778
102 DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUIT. MELGHAT 94487
GRAND TOTAL 1 335265
9.11 Plan outlays for tourism
The plan outlay & expenditure of 11th Five Year plan and outlay for 12th Five Year Plan & Annual plan 2012-13 for Tourism Sector is as under:-
Sector 11th Five Year Plan 12th Five Year Plan (2007-12) ( in Crores) (2012-17) ( in Crores)
Approved Provisional Plan Outlay Plan Outlay Outlay Expenditure 2012-17 2012-13
Tourism 92.55 36.06 185.00 33.10
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 1100 :: IINNSSTTIITTUUTTIIOONNAALL SSUUPPPPOORRTT FFOORR TTOOUURRIISSMM
Tourism falls into the service industry which essentially implies that people engaged in this trade
deal with people and cater to their needs. Hence, the people in the tourism industry need to
develop skills for dealing with tourists and to develop a knowledge base, which has to be
constantly updated of the facilities available to the tourists. The two major activities in tourism
are:
1. Accommodation and hospitality and
2. Travel trade.
Training for both these activities has to be based on clearly identified skills and knowledge
needed for their effective performance
10.1 Human resource development
10.1.1 Guide training Program
MTDC already conducts guide-training programs at important destinations. More emphasis
should be laid on training of guides especially at foreign tourist destinations. Such programs
would be more important in destinations where no development has taken place so far, but which
can become an important destinations in the short term. A guide-training program is also
essential wherever non-conventional tourism projects such as eco-trail, trekking, community
participation, and village tourism are suggested. Being comparatively new themes to
Maharashtra tourism, the guides should be capable of creating interest and curiosity for such
themes in the minds of tourists. In case of the implementing agency of the project being other
government department such as ASI, Forest etc, the staff of respective department interacting
with tourists should be oriented towards tourism industry functionalities.
10.1.2 Tour Operator and Travel Agents orientation Programme
Tour operators and travel agents should be kept abreast with the development of all major tourist
destinations in Maharashtra so as to enable them plan their tours taking into account the latest
infrastructure availability scenario. The destination priorities of the state governments for
development and the destinations incorporated by tour operators in their tour should coincide to
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achieve goal congruence. This can be done by regular meets of tour operators and travel agents.
Such meets can be conducted by MTDC on a periodic basis (twice a year).At these meets,
MTDC could update the tour operators and travel agents about the current status of tourism
infrastructure availability at various destinations.
10.1.3 Educational institutes offering courses in Tourism and related Industry
Formal education in hospitality and tourism industry is given in Maharashtra through various
colleges located in the cities of Mumbai, Pune, Aurangabad and Nagpur. Such formal
educational institutes should be encouraged at major cities near the popular tourist destinations.
This would create employment opportunities for local students in upcoming tourism projects in
that region.
10.1.4 Special training programs on needs of foreign tourists
MTDC should conduct training programs for practicing tour operators, taxi operators, hotel
managers, travel agents, guides and other professionals related to tourism industry orienting them
towards the needs of foreign visitors. Such training programs should be conducted at existing
and proposed international tourist destinations in Maharashtra.
The training program should include the following
� Expectations of foreign tourists in terms of quality of service, timeliness, payment
modes, general areas of interest like heritage, culture, rural life, beaches etc
� Eating habits of various nationals
� Working knowledge of English (at less known destinations)
� Professionalism in service
� Providing information about other places of interest in the vicinity
10.2 Communication and marketing
(i) Promotion/ Marketing Cell of MTDC
MTDC’s existing marketing department would handle promotion and publicity campaigns
directed towards both tourists and investors. This department would work closely with other
departments such as forests, ASI, arts and culture and promote tourist attractions related to all
these departments.
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(ii) Marketing and Publicity
Marketing and Publicity plays a pivotal role in successful implementation of a perspective
tourism development plan. It is often a point of debate whether the tourist inflow at a certain
destination attracts related infrastructure or projects or is it the existing infrastructure and tourism
amenities that attract tourist to a certain destination. Thus the marketing effort for tourism
projects should be addressed to both tourists and investors for tourism projects. Tourist
destinations also have to be promoted to tour operators and travel agents.
(iii) Marketing strategy to attract investors
Marketing department of MTDC could target private entrepreneurs, funding agencies like TFCI,
MSFC, World Bank, ADB etc for investments in different types of projects in Maharashtra.
Several initiatives can be conceived to reach out to the potential investors to offer them
opportunities to invest in tourism projects in Maharashtra.
1. Seminars, presentations and exhibitions showcasing investment opportunities in Maharashtra
at national and international travel and tourism exhibitions
2. Presentation to various organizations in the tourism industry such as Indian Association of
Amusement Parks and allied Industries (IAAPI), FHRAI etc and conveying to them the
perspective plan proposed by the Government.
3. Distributing printed brochures to potential investors providing • Information on tourist destinations • Current and potential tourist inflow • Projects identified and investments required • Incentives and assistance given by the government • Investment procedure
(iv) Media Publicity planning
Publicity in the print and audio-visual media could be used to promote individual destinations,
circuits and even the entire state. Such promotion of destinations could serve a dual purpose of
attracting tourists as well as investments to that destination.
The promotion campaign could promote selected destinations depending upon the target
audience and development priority of that destination. A combination of media tools should be
used depending on the destination type and the target audience. This is necessary to achieve the
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exact degree of repeat exposure and acceptance so as to create a “desire to visit” in the minds of
the target customer.
It should be noted here that a good promotion campaign is only successful if a sound distribution
network backs it. Similarly, in tourism industry, a good promotion campaign will attract tourists
on a sustainable basis only if it is backed by good accessibility to destinations, tourist
infrastructure and tourist retaining capability. In addition to this, Maharashtra as a destination
should be promoted amongst international tourism writers. Tours should be hosted for travel
writers from East Asian and European countries.
Table 10.1 target group: Foreign tourists, Suggested Media Mix
In‐flight Magazine
Tourist Magazine
Hoardings Television Airport
Existing foreign destination Yes Yes Yes Yes Proposed foreign destination Yes (v) Road shows and exhibitions
Maharashtra tourism department should take part in international tourism exhibitions to
propagate and enhance the “Maharashtra Unlimited” brand image amongst international tourists
and tour operators.
Table 10.2 target group: Domestic tourists, Suggested Media Mix
Tourist Magazine
Travel guide
Hoardings Television Newspaper Other magazines
Camping destination Yes Yes Yes En‐route destination Yes Yes Local weekend destination
Yes Yes Yes
( vi) Newspaper articles and interview
Interviews and articles on particular destinations or tourism policy on the whole can be used as a
tool to invite private investors in the tourism sector. Such articles and interviews can appear in
publications of associations related to tourism industry, travel magazines and other business
magazines and newspapers. Such a publicity campaign can address the target audience of private
entrepreneurs and other funding agencies.
(vii) FAM tours for tour operators
National and international tour operators should be called for a free visit to priority destinations
of the state government and information regarding the destinations should be disseminated to
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them. Tour operators should be encouraged to visit the priority destinations more often through
alliances between tour operators and MTDC.
10.3 Special efforts for promotion
Destinations in Maharashtra are primarily domestic destinations confined to tourists from within
the state. Maharashtra needs to market its destinations throughout India to attract interstate
visitors. More stress must be laid to address tourists from other states. Moreover, within
Maharashtra, the “word of mouth” plays a big role in promoting the tourist destinations.
Destinations in Maharashtra can be marketed in other states and throughout India through
television game shows. Sponsoring all expenses paid tours to destinations in Maharashtra to
winners of TV game shows could be one of the ways to market Maharashtra destinations to
medium and high-income groups. Maharashtra tourism could also be marketed by holding road
shows and exhibitions on Maharashtra tourism in states like Gujarat and West Bengal.
10.4 Alliances with transporters, international airways, and international tour operators
MTDC could go in for alliances with international and domestic transporters and tour operators
outside Maharashtra for Joint destination promotion campaigns.
10.5 Tourist Information Centre and Kiosks
This tool potentially is the most effective tool in the marketing mix as it offers promotion as well
as acts as a facilitator or service provider to tourists. Tourist information centres should be
strategically located at national and international gateways and important tourist destinations.
The facilities available at Tourist information centres are
(a) Information Kiosks
(b) Help desk providing related literature and brochures
(c) Booking services for Conducted / Package Tours, Transport and Hotel accommodation.
Full fledged TIC could be provided at important gateways and major destinations while
interactive information kiosks could be provided at major railway stations, airports, bus terminals
and high budget hotels.
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Summary of 20 years Perspective plan for sustainable development of tourism Amravati District Key Characteristics
• Development phased on the basis of destination prioritization • Suggested projects checked for sustainability considering economic, environmental and socioeconomic factors. • Project profiles and feasibility study done for short term projects • Year wise phasing of investment projects destination wise specific projects. • Government expenditure kept limited to promotion and infrastructure projects. • Destination prioritization based on government priority and tourist trends. • Major infrastructure projects planned in Maharashtra considered while estimating the growth of tourist inflow to particular destinations.
11.1 Development and Planning of Tourism Destinations
1. The broad assess of traffic flow to identified destinations and centres for assessment of
infrastructure requirements taking into account past growth trends, suggested linkages
and integration, future expected developments including likely investments by the state
and investment climate / incentive for private sector etc. will fix the priority development
and also the mode of development like BOT/ BOOT etc.
2. The arrival of an indicative cost configuration of likely investment on infrastructure
development under different heads and to prioritize investment needs by drawing up a
phased investment plan covering the next 20 years.
3. The inventory of existing infrastructural facilities (including paying guest facility) and
the proposed infrastructure will be split up into various segments concerning different
state government departments, such as PWD, Forest, Culture, handicrafts etc and
dovetailed with the tourism plans.
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4. Facilities for performance by local artists; cultural troupes will be built and Cultural
complexes can be suggested with the financial help from the State Department of Culture
and later made economically viable on the pattern of Dilli Haat
5. Establishing Handicraft shops are suggested at various tourist places; these could be run
by women.
6. As per the Potential for developing health resorts at / near the tourist places. Yoga
classes, nature cure facilities, ayurvedic system of medicines at destinations would be
made to attract tourists.
7. The development proposals will need to be incorporated attractive packages / schemes to
attract private sector investment.
8. Implementation of Measures necessary for mitigating the adverse environmental impacts
and rehabilitation of the tourist places already environmentally damaged should be
incorporated while planning of details infrastructure at various destinations.
(i) Tourism product mix
1. The proposed tourism product offered by Amravati district would be a mix of various projects
in leisure and special interest tourism. All tourism themes like hill stations, man-made
entertainment centres, fort tourism, adventure tourism, eco-tourism and other forms of special
interest tourism would be given equal weightage in terms of development.
1. The identified existing / potential destinations and centres, are categorised as a stand-
alone destination, part of a circuit and /or as major attractions for special interest groups etc.
The development category and the expenditure slab also based on its status accordingly.
( ii) Local community involvement
1. Development of tourism industry has played an important role in the overall socio
economic development of certain destinations in Maharashtra. Augmentation of private
participation in tourism projects and increase in tourist inflow creates various direct and related
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job opportunities dependent on tourism for local residents of that destination. It is thus suggested
that local community participation is essential to sustain tourism development at a particular
destination. It is estimated that Tourism creates 47.5 direct jobs against 13 direct jobs in the
manufacturing sector for every million rupees spent. Each direct job has a multiplying factor of
around 2.5 i.e., one direct job generates 2.5 indirect jobs.
2. Moreover, tourism projects that do not benefit local community are likely to face
resistance from the residents of that region. Therefore, care should be taken while implementing
all projects in general and projects involving conservation, rehabilitation and acquisitions in
particular.
Tourism Projects such as Folk Village, Shopping cum exhibition centres for rural arts, craft and
cuisine display are suggested to encourage community participation in tourism projects. The
stalls/outlets at the destinations would preferably be given to local entrepreneurs on a contract
basis.
2. Tourism products dedicated to community participation can be developed in rural and
tribal areas. Tourists get a chance to stay with the locals in villages and collectively undertake
small development projects like construction of a mud road, small catchment areas on river
streams, temple restoration etc. Implementation of such projects can be entrusted to NGOs and
also to local self-government bodies.
(iii) Employment generation for Women
As most of the major tourist destinations in the state are located in the rural and semi-urban
places, there exists a great potential to involve local mass participation and help them generate
more and more income from the tourism activities. Women participation can greatly be
encouraged to many of these activities befitting the nature and style of the women folk.
Hospitality and Service industry in particular (Hotels, Restaurants, Call centres, Reservations,
Tour coordination, even Tour guides etc.) can encourage and provide ample opportunity for
women employment. IT and Training segments also have high potential so far as women
employment generation is concerned.
To ensure and encourage healthy participation of women in various streams of activities in the
tourism industry, certain things, as mentioned below need to be considered:
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1. Necessary measures against commercial exploitation of women in tourist areas,
stringent action for abuse against women as well as taking action against those who
deliberately involve in illegal and unwarranted activities which are detrimental to the
tourism any way.
2. A transparency (on the part of DOT) in providing information and data on employment
of women in the tourism industry and state their position for further discussion.
3. Formation of a Specific Purposes Committee in tourism places (as provided in the
Tamil Nadu Panchayat) to address the issues of tourism development like issuing and
cancellation of licenses.
4. Empowerment of Panchayat in such a way that Panchayat have say in deciding new
projects especially with respect to Special Tourism Area (STA).
5. The state should organize orientation training for ward members/ Panchayat leaders on
issues of women and tourism.
6. State should train and involve local community as full time guides in all tourism
places.
7. Create alternative, viable employment opportunities for local women in tourist places.
8. The Government and the Tourism Industry should refrain from stereotyping of women
and their roles.
9. The state and local governments must allow for community participation particularly
women in tourism policy formulation and implementation.
10. Prevention of migration of rural artisans to urban areas. While migration may assist
the preservation of traditional craftsmanship, state and civil society alike need to look at
fresh ways to nurture rural talent.
11. Continued economic/ financial support through various schemes / pensions for poor
craftsmen based on certain criteria. These would encourage and help poor craftsmen to
contribute to the sector in a sustained way.
12. An artisan welfare trust may also be created (if not in existence)
13. Besides implementing welfare schemes for artisans, the state government should also
work to promote and develop handicrafts like organizing exhibitions every year to
popularize and market Maharashtra’s handicrafts.
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(iv) Handicraft, arts and Handloom industries
Invite investments from outside either from PSU's or big private concerns. People from
Chambers of Commerce also can be motivated to invest by offering incentives and providing
them all the required infrastructural facilities. NGOs need to be identified from outside the State
who can invest in this State.
� In pursuance of the declared policy of developing the backward regions, the
Government may consider a package of fiscal incentives to promote investment in this
State.
� Information technology applications in local / regional languages need to be promoted
thoroughly.
� E-commerce, etc., can be used to the maximum advantage. The products can be shown
in internet to attract foreign buyers, etc.
� There is a need to strengthen the existing craft centres by way of increasing the number
of crafts persons and providing them with modern tools and equipment.
� Efforts should be made to reduce the incidence of dropouts from the training. They
should also be motivated to start their own units after the training by providing them with
all the requirements.
� Awards for trainees who exhibit noticeable talents can also be made to motivate them
just as awards to master crafts persons.
� The services of the Institutes of Handloom Technology, NCTD, NIFT, NID etc can be
utilized fully for the development of handloom sector.
� For marketing the products the National / Regional level marketing agencies can be
utilized by adopting the Government of India's scheme, i.e., Market Development
Assistance Scheme (MDA).
� Strengthening of Artisan Training, Production and Marketing Centre (ARTRAP)
� Artisans should be motivated to produce products for exports as the scope of exports in
these two sectors is vast. The expertise of Export Promotion Councils can be utilized.
� Artisans should be motivated to form cooperative societies so that they have fewer
problems and can increase their bargaining power thus yielding better results.
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(v) Development of destinations
2. Two major components of private sector participation are accommodation and tourism
projects. Identification of the investment required in accommodation projects was based on
the annual requirement of additional beds as explained above, whereas the investment
required on tourism projects was based on the purpose of visit of tourists and the spending
power of tourists visiting particular destinations. The tourism projects are revenue-generating
projects and cater to different market segments. The tourism projects where large private
investment is possible are classified into the following major heads like:
1. Amusement Parks
2. Water parks/ Water Sports Complex
3. Convention Centre
4. Restaurants and food joints
5. Folk village, mall road, Mahagram, etc
3. Private sector investment in tourism especially from large investment groups like Taj group
etc. is only possible at popular destinations where the minimum number of tourists per year
is large enough to make the proposed project viable. The project like theme park/ water
park/ entertainment facility will also attract big players in the field depending upon the
location of the parks.
4. To develop smaller investment seeking destination like a restaurant local investors shall be
roped in. Incentives to make a local investor to participate should be a priority.
(vi) Single Window Clearance
A major impediment in setting up a tourism project is the number of clearances required to set up
a tourism related project. The private investor should face minimal bureaucracy and procedural
hassles to expedite the process of capital inflow into the tourism economy. As seen from the
communication process suggested below, investors and funding agencies are insulated from the
various state government departments. All clearances required are obtained on case to case basis
by the MTDC project execution office.
(viii) Developing an Institutional framework
1. To communicate and co-ordinate with different government department to get required
clearances from various departments, a high level co-coordinating committee is proposed to
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be set up with representation from all related state government departments mentioned
above. This committee will be responsible for the implementation of the perspective plan and
would be called as Tourism Development Co-Ordination Committee. (TDCC).
2. The TDCC would be chaired by the COLLECTOR (Amravati District). The Convener or
Upper collector will be given the responsibility to communicate the perspective plan for
project development and receive feedback from the concerned with regards to
implementation issues of the specific projects suggested in the plan.
3. The members of TDCC would be secretaries/ heads from various concerned departments
such as MTDC, Water Supply, Irrigation, Sewerage, Power, PWD, MSRDC, MSRTC,
Forest, Art & Culture, ASI and State department of archaeology.
4. MTDC needs to privatize its properties at established tourist locations and pilgrim centres.
Only those properties should be retained where very few private players currently operate.
This would serve dual cause of facilitating and attracting visitors as well as avoiding
exploitation by private players in a monopolistic business environment.
(viii) Financing tourism development 1. There are three basic types of funding needs for the suggested projects in the perspective plan
according to the nature of project. Largely, the source for direct revenue generating projects
will be private sector investment, but in newly developing areas, MTDC would be the
pioneer developer until the private sector has confidence to make investments.
2. Financing of schemes for basic infrastructure augmentation like power, water, public
amenities, signages, etc would be the responsibility of the concerned government
departments.
3. The third category of projects/ activities such as marketing and publicity, human resource
development (HRD), tourist information centres (TIC), planning and implementation of
projects, MIS, feasibility analysis and Environment monitoring would be funded by MTDC.
A cost sharing arrangement between MTDC and private players could be possible in some
categories like TICs, Publicity and HRD.
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4. There is a fourth category of projects such as Concept Village and museum, wherein the
initial investment would be made by the government.
5. However, the user fees can recover the investment over a period of time or at least pay for
the operational expenses. Private investors desirous of investing in direct revenue generating
projects like accommodation or Water Park have access to finance from various domestic
funding agencies.
(ix)Domestic funding agencies
There are many avenues for domestic private entrepreneurs to take financial assistance for
tourism projects. A few of those are listed below
(i) Commercial banks PROJECT : Any commercially viable project with minimum projected DSCR of 2. ELIGIBILITY : Varies from bank to bank INTEREST RATE : Depends upon the bank (range 16-18 %)
(ii) TFCI Tourism Finance Corporation of India (TFCI) provides financial assistance to enterprises for setting up and/or development of tourism related projects, facilities and services which include hotels, restaurants, holiday resorts, amusement parks and complexes for entertainment, education and sports, safari parks, ropeways, cultural centres, convention halls, transport, travel and tour operating agencies, air service, tourist emporia, sports facilities etc. TFCI provides loans for projects with capital cost of over Rs 3 Crore.
COMMERCIAL VIABILITY: • Interest rate: 18% • Debt – Equity Ratio: 1.5: 1 can be relaxed to 2: 1 • Moratorium Period: 1.5 to 2 years in hotel projects and 3-5 years in transportation • Repayment Period: 8 years
(iii) MSFC Maharashtra State Financial Corporation (MSFC) has been operating schemes of assistance for hotels, restaurants and tourism related projects in Maharashtra. The maximum amount of assistance available is to the tune of Rs 2.40 Crore depending upon the constitution of the unit. Operating profit-making units can also avail the lease finance assistance provided by MSFC for expansion projects.
COMMERCIAL VIABILITY: • Collateral security of 133% of the value of loan
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• Interest rate: 20 % • Debt – Equity Ratio: 2:1 for loans below Rs 10 Lakh • 3:1 for loans above Rs 10 Lakh • Moratorium Period: 2 years • Repayment Period: 8-10 years
(x) International funding agencies
Many international funding agencies fund tourism projects and projects related to provision of
infrastructure at tourist destinations. Generally, international funding is available for project
promotion, socio-economic development, environment and forest conservation, and heritage
restoration.
• World Bank Group: The group is not directly involved in funding tourism projects, but
provides major funding for infrastructure, environmental and conservation projects that benefit
tourism as well as serve general needs.
• UNDP (United Nations Development Program): The UNDP is mainly a technical assistance
agency. It is an important source agency for the funding of tourism planning and other tourism
related projects through WTO (World tourism organization). Many of these projects include
provision of equipments as well as technical assistance. The UNCDF provides small scale
tourism assistance in form of grants and long term loans for social facilities, services and
economic activities.
• Asian Development Bank (ADB): ADB also gives preference given to infrastructure projects.
(xi) Funding sources for Promotion activities
MTDC would be primarily responsible for destination marketing and publicity of destinations so
as to attract both investors as well as tourists. Selecting and implementation of a promotion
campaign with a proper media mix is highly capital intensive and this campaign has to be funded
internally by MTDC.
Activities suggested to raise funds towards publicity of various destinations are:
(i) Budgetary Allocation The budgetary allocation for publicity in the tenth five-year plan (2002-2007) is Rs 4178.14 Lakh. In the 2002-2003 annual plan, Rs 469.85 lakhs has been allocated for publicity. The anticipated expenses in publicity for the year 2001-2002 were only Rs 200
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Lakh. Thus, the budgetary allocation for the tenth five-year plan would be a major source of funds for promotion of Maharashtra as a tourist destination. (ii) Advertising in brochures, information kiosks and other publicity material MTDC can involve private participation through advertisements of private entrepreneurs to market various destinations. MTDC can also invite advertisements at various sites, view points, and signage’s developed by them. (iii) Organizing Events MTDC could organize events such as entertainment shows, cultural events and festivals at various gateway destinations. These shows have high revenue generating potential through • Sponsors to the show (Corporate houses in hospitality industry, industry associations) • Ticket sale • Transmission rights (iv) Pricing Publications and Detailed Project reports The project wise detailed project reports (DPR) prepared by the MR cell of MTDC could be priced and made available to interested entrepreneurs. MTDC can publish and sell postcards carrying pictures of selected priority destinations, especially targeted towards foreign tourists. This would also act as a promotion material in addition to being a revenue-earning commodity.
(xii)Funding for Market research, technical assistance and Tourism Administration
(i) Disinvestments of State tourism projects There is no clear policy on disinvestments of tourism properties held by MTDC. MTDC should identify resort and other accommodation facilities to be sold or leased out to private players to fund the development expenses in other areas. Leasing seems to be more feasible as complete disinvestments would require complex disinvestment procedures and time. (ii) Project development and administration expenses These can be funded through the central government assistance wherever such assistance can be availed depending upon the nature of the project.
(xiii) Creation of a Project Administration Reserve
Apart from revenue generation projects that would be undertaken purely by government
departments and in partnership with private players, a common reserve should be created to fund
the administration activities related to implementation of the perspective plan. Developmental
charges can be levied on private investors interested in setting up tourism projects in the region.
This reserve will act as a funding source for HRD and incentive schemes.
( xiv)Tourism management and Administration
A proper management framework for administering the tourism needs to be developed.
This will call for
o Develop MIS System o Human Resource Development Plan
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o Creation of EIA Cell & Project Development Company to assist Tourism Department in speeding up of development process. o Others
To encourage investment by the private sector in the tourism sector suitable incentives and
subsidies will have to be given to the private entrepreneur. This will ensure a uniform
development of the destinations with fewer burdens on the government.
(xv)Implementation agencies- Integrated tourism development
(i) The perspective plan would act as a reference point plan for tourism development in
the state and help various state departments, investors and tourists to synchronize
their plans with the master plan. For example: if the perspective plan suggests a sound
and light show at a particular fort in the 4th year, it would be the ASI priority to
restore and prepare the fort for such an activity by that time.
(ii) The perspective plan would act as a road map for phased public and private
investment in tourism related projects in the next 20 years. Various stakeholders to
whom this perspective plan would help in planning their investments in tourism
related activities and decisions
(iii) The private sector will be responsible for commercial development and operation of
accommodation and most other tourist facilities and services, along with marketing of
these. In newly developed tourism areas, government may be initially involved in
commercial development to get the tourism started.
(iv) Tourism private sector enterprises (such as hotel, restaurant, tour and travel, special
purpose association or a tourism enterprises association) can provide a forum for
discussing common problems, make recommendations to government to improve
tourism, provide representation to government committees, conduct research and
training and maintain adequate service standards of their members. (xvi)Tourism related legislation
Tourism legislation sets forth the policy for developing tourism, functions, structure and sources
of funding of state govt. tourism dept. Various specific regulations relate to standards, licensing
requirements, inspection procedures for hotels, tourist restaurants, tour and travel agencies, tour
guides and other tourism enterprises.
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Certain related laws and regulations include zoning regulations to designate tourism zones,
control land use and apply development standards in specific tourism development areas. Public
health, sanitation, safety and fire code, building codes, liabilities laws relating to guests and their
belongings, labour and taxation legislation etc. are all important. Regulation on transportation
facilities and services – control of fares, licensing of carriers, travel routes also affect tourism
operations.
Legislation on parks and conservation is important to protect these resources. Conservation areas
need to be legally designated and planned. Tourist consumer protection is being adopted in many
countries to protect tourists from unscrupulous and mismanaged tourist enterprises.
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 1122 :: IINNVVEESSTTMMEENNTT PPLLAANNNNIINNGG
A COST ESTIMATES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM CIRCUITS/ DESTINATIONS, AMRAVATI DISTRICT
S. NO. Tourism Circuits/ Destinations PROPOSED INFRASTRUCTURE Indicative cost (Rs. lacs)
1 Chikhaldara Public amenities 28.00 Budget accommodation 42.02 Non star luxury accommodation at Chikhaldara. 79.11 Garden with Musical fountain 25.00 Convention centre 50.81 Health Spa & Resort 238.00 Amusement park 800.00 Adventure sports 75.00 butterfly park 150.00 Golf course 150.00 lake water sport 33.36 mall road 40.74
TOTAL 1684.04
2 Semadoh Trekking route development 28.00 Accomodation 60.85 Tourism infrastructure 75.00
TOTAL 163.85
3 Melghat Information cum interpretation centre 122.00 Medicine Plantation and herbal park 60.85 Tourist Guides and traing center for tourist guides 250.00 Wildlife museum and Amphitheater 50.81 Non‐star loadging facility 79.11
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Budget accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Trekking route development at Semadoh. 28.00 Cottage accommodation at Semadoh village 60.85 TOTAL 700.40 4 Gawilgad Information cum interpretation centre 122.00 Medicine Plantation and herbal park 60.85 Tourist Guide training 10.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79
TOTAL 229.40 5 Amner fort Tourist Guide Training 10.00
Non‐star loadging facility 79.11 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79 Budget accommodation 42.02 Developing tourism around the river junction 52.00 Improving connectivity
TOTAL 219.68
6 Amravati city Information cum interpretation centre 122.00 Tourist Guides traing institute 122.00 Hotel management institute 250.00 Non‐star loadging facility 79.11 Budget accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Melghat orientation centre at Amravati. 128.00 Amusement park 2448.00 Convention center 50.81 TOTAL 3248.70
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7 Rejuvinationa, development of tourist facility and beautification of two lakes (Chhatri Talav & Wadali Talav)
Development of Water Sports 85.00
Development of Gardens including Garden furniture 55.00
Development of Chirodi and Pohara Hills
Development of Zoo & Landscaping 5000.00
TOTAL 5140.00
8 Warud Non‐star loadging facility 79.11 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget accommodation 42.02 Tourist Guides 10.00
TOTAL 137.89
9 Gavhankund, Warud Parking facility 12.00 Improving connectivity 54.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking water supply scheme 110.00 Public toilets 14.40 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00 Boating facility 33.36 Garden 60.85
TOTAL 357.39
10 Amner, Warud Parking facility 12.00 Improving connectivity 72.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 14.40 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00 First‐aid / medical facility 7.20
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Community center 25.00
TOTAL 203.38
11 Mona Rani Fort Parking facility 6.00 Improving connectivity 76.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 14.40 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00 First‐aid / medical facility 7.20 Community center 25.00 Light and sound Show 29.79 Garden 60.85 Drinking water supply scheme 65.00
TOTAL 357.02
12 Loni Parking facility 7.50 Improving connectivity 86.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 14.40 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00 First‐aid / medical facility 7.20 Drinking water supply scheme 40.00 Garden 60.85
TOTAL 246.71
13 Savanga Parking facility 6.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 14.40 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00 Plantation / Garden 60.85
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TOTAL 154.03
14 Musalkheda Proper tar road for access 84.00 Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Non‐star loadging facility 79.11 Public toilets and bath 28.80 Bridge on Bel river 35.00 Beautification of river Bel 110.00 Drinking water supply scheme 65.00
TOTAL 417.67
15 Pusla Proper access route to climb hill 40.00 Parking facility 6.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 14.40
TOTAL 109.18
16 Karajgaon Parking facility 8.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 14.40 Drinking water supply scheme 65.00 Garden area 60.85
TOTAL 197.03
17 Nagthana Parking facility 10.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Beautification 35.00 Places for Resting like making Chhatries etc 24.00
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Boating/ lake sport 33.36
TOTAL 139.12
18 Jhunj Access road 120.00 Parking facility 12.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 65.00
TOTAL 288.78
19 Linga Parking facility 6.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 423.56
20 Chamatkari Devi Access road 84.00 Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 105.00
TOTAL 289.78
21 Vedapur Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 14.40 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 87.18
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22 Mahendri Access road 130.00 Parking facility 10.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 65.00 Health Spa/ resort 238.00 TOTAL 388.02
23 Bhemendi Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02
TOTAL 87.78
24 Jhatamajhiri Parking facility 6.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02
TOTAL 84.78
25 Shendurajana Ghat, Warud. Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02
TOTAL 85.78
26 Pusli dam Access road 73.50 Parking facility 6.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
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Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 10.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 459.64
27 Pandhari dam Access road 109.20 Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 10.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 488.34
28 Pak nala/ River Project ‐ Access road 65.00 Parking facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 14.00 First‐aid facility 6.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 24.00 Health spa/ resort 124.00 water sport 33.36
TOTAL 320.14
29 Pusali‐Satnur village tourism Access road 75.60 Parking facility 6.00
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Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00
TOTAL 413.38
30 Satnur dam Access road 54.60 Parking facility 8.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 124.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 313.74
31 Shekdari river Access road 48.00 Parking facility 8.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 water sport 33.36
TOTAL 421.14
32 Wai dam Access road 48.00 Parking facility 8.00
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Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 421.14
33 Nagthana dam Access road 46.20 Parking facility 9.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 420.34
34 Pusali – Buddhist site near Pusli dam, Access road 52.00 Parking facility 8.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00
Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79 TOTAL 421.57
35 Shanti Vana Bhoomi Vihara Access road 52.50
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Parking facility 10.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79 TOTAL 437.07
36 Riddhapur, Morshi Green area and beautification of place 60.85 Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 10.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Non‐ star luxury hotel 79.11 Restaurants offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 28.00 Drinking water facility 35.00 TOTAL 271.74
37 Simbhora Garden Development 60.85 Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
TOTAL 162.63
Upper wardha dam Access road 21.00 38 (Nal damyanti reservoir) Parking facility 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
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Public toilets and bath 28.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36 cottages resort 60.85
TOTAL 474.99
39 Ambada Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
TOTAL 101.78
40 Udaykhed Beautification 60.85 Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
TOTAL 162.63
41 Gorada Beautification 45.00 Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00
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Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
TOTAL 146.78
42 Salbardi Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
TOTAL 101.78
43 Dharul Parking facility First‐aid facility Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 TOTAL 190.56
Dhamangaon RailwayTaluka 44 Pimpalkhuta Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Children park 60.85 Shopping centre 40.74
TOTAL 178.37
45 Ashta Wadala Beautification 85.00 Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Hall (Sabha Mandap) 35.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
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Drinking Water Supply Scheme 24.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Shopping centre 40.74
TOTAL 263.52
46 Bagaji Sagar Dam Garden 60.85 Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Exhibition Hall 35.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 28.00
Electricity 52.50
Internal road 31.50 lake water sport 33.36 cottages resort 60.85
TOTAL 358.82
47 Jalgaon Aarvi Beautification of Ghat 140.00 Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Exhibition Hall (sabha mandap) 35.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Shopping centre 40.74 Non star luxury hotel 79.11 TOTAL 408.63
48 Gunji Tekadi Beautification of Ghat 120.00 Parking facility 15.00
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First‐aid facility 5.00 Exhibition Hall (sabha mandap) 35.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation (for 50 people) 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Shopping centre 40.74
TOTAL 314.52
Tiwasa(Tiosa) Taluka 49 Gurudevnagar (Mozri) Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 28.00
TOTAL 124.78
50 Kondanyapur Parking facility 15.00 First‐aid facility 10.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 28.00
TOTAL 136.78
51 Dhamantri Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
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TOTAL 101.78
52 Varkhed Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
TOTAL 101.78
53 Chandur Railway Taluka Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 TOTAL 96.78
54 Karla Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
TOTAL 101.78
55 Pathergaon Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
TOTAL 101.78
56 Sawanga Parking facility 8.00
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First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
TOTAL 101.78
57 Manjarakhed Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
TOTAL 101.78
58 Ghuikhed Parking facility 6.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 20.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 89.78
59 Bhiltek Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
60 Satefal Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00
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Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
61 Bagapur Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
62 Baggi Parking facility 7.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 95.78
63 Jalaka Jagtap Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
64 Sawangi Magrapur Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
65 Ambapur Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
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Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
66 Bramhi Parking facility 8.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 96.78
67 Naya Savanga Parking facility 9.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 97.78
Achalpur Tahsil 68 Muktagiri Digambar Jain Tirth 15 km Parking facility 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 28.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 126.78
69 Shah Dulha Rehman Gazi Dargha (shrine) Parking facility 6.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79 TOTAL 124.57
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70 Waghamata and Kalimata Temple Parking facility 12.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 35.00 Public toilets and bath 28.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 123.78
71 Bhairam Temple Parking facility 6.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 94.78
72 Dharkhora water fall Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Health Spa & Resort 238.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation (for 50 people) 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Shopping centre 40.74 Non‐star luxury Accommodation 79.11 luxury accommodation 122.00
TOTAL 583.63
73 Kartikswami Temple Parking facility 9.00
Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 97.78
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74 Mandalsha Parking facility 9.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 97.78
75 Ashatamasidhi Parking facility 9.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 97.78
76 Sultapura Parking facility 9.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 112.78
77 Hauj Katora Parking facility 6.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 109.78
78 Godwagholi Parking facility 8.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
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Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 111.78
79 Dattaziri Alamad baba Parking facility 9.00 Places for pause/Rest 25.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 122.78
80 Malaveshpura Parking facility 8.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 15.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Non‐star luxury Accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 180.89
81 Jivanpura Parking facility 6.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 109.78
Dams 82 Sapan Project Wazzar Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 10.00
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Places for pause/Rest 25.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Non‐ star luxury Accommodation 79.11 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 483.25
83 Chandrabhaga Project, Bhopapur Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 10.00 Places for pause/Rest 25.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Non‐ star luxury Accommodation 79.11 Health spa/ resort 238.00 lake water sport 33.36
TOTAL 483.25
Anjangaon Taluka 84 Muha Devi Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
TOTAL 99.78
85 Takarkheda More Parking facility 6.00
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First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02
TOTAL 114.78
86 Vanoja (Bagh) Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 25.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 124.78
87 Kumbhargaon Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 25.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 127.78
88 Aawajapur Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76
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Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 114.78
89 Khanampur Pandhari Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 114.78
90 Shelgaon Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 15.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 114.78
91 Chausala Parking facility 10.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 127.78
Historical places
92 Deshpande Wada Parking facility 9.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 25.00
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Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Light and sound show facility with latest technology 29.79 TOTAL 127.57
93 Devnath Math Parking facility 10.00 Drinking Water Supply Scheme 15.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 88.78
Daryapur Taluka 94 Mohimapur Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 TOTAL 101.78
95 Pimpdaoud Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 302.89
96 Shingnapur Parking facility 9.00
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First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 302.89
97 Uprai Parking facility 8.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 277.89
98 Aasha Manisha Temple Parking facility 9.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Non‐star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 156.89
99 Babhadi Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02
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Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐ star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 299.89
100 Umari Itbarpur Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 5.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Public toilets and bath 15.00 Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐ star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 275.89
101 Mahuli Parking facility 6.00 First‐aid facility 15.00 Places for pause/Rest 24.00 Public toilets 15.00 Restaurant offering varied cuisines 6.76 Budget Accommodation 42.02 Luxury accommodation 122.00 Non‐ star luxury accommodation 79.11
TOTAL 309.89
GRAND TOTAL 1 30868.99
102 DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM
CIRCUIT. MELGHAT12113.75
GRAND TOTAL 1 42982.74
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S.No.
Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount 1 Chikhaldara a Khatkali Camping Site 4000.00 600.00 Sft 2400000.00 Chhatri 1200.00 1500.00 Sft 1800000.00 Landscaping 20000.00 35.00 Sft 700000.00 Road Work 1200.00 2500.00 RMT 3000000.00 Water Supply 60.00 10000.00 Person 600000.00 Toilet 600.00 1600.00 Sft 960000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 250.00 1000.00 Sft 250000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 100000.00b Amzari Camping Site 5000.00 600.00 Sft 3000000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Landscaping 12000.00 35.00 Sft 420000.00 Road Work 400.00 2500.00 RMT 1000000.00 Water Supply 80.00 10000.00 Person 800000.00 Toilet 350.00 1600.00 Sft 560000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00c Gawilgarh Landscaping 12000.00 35.00 Sft 420000.00 Water Supply 80.00 10000.00 Person 800000.00 Toilet 350.00 1600.00 Sft 560000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Light and Sound Show L.S. 1000000.00d Jatradoh Landscaping 15000.00 35.00 Sft 525000.00 Ghat Development 120.00 7500.00 RMT 900000.00 Water Supply 50.00 10000.00 Person 500000.00 Toilet 250.00 1600.00 Sft 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00
Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Chhatri 1200.00 1500.00 Sft 1800000.00
e Mozri Point Chikhaldara Landscaping/ Golf Course 200000.00 20.00 Sft 4000000.00 Club House 15488.00 1600.00 Sft 24780800.00 Water Supply 100.00 10000.00 Person 1000000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00
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Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Chhatri (3) 1800.00 1500.00 Sft 2700000.00 Health Spa 3650.00 1600.00 Sft 5840000.00 Sub Total 1 61715800.00
S.No. Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount 2 Semadoh
Retreat 2200.00 1600.00 Sft 3520000.00 Camping 3500.00 600.00 Sft 2100000.00 Machhan (4) 1000.00 1600.00 Sft 1600000.00 Interpretation Centre 1750.00 1600.00 Sft 2800000.00 Photography Hides (4) 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Chhatri (3) 1800.00 1500.00 Sft 2700000.00 Shopping 1200.00 1400.00 Sft 1680000.00 Water Supply 120.00 10000.00 Person 1200000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 150.00 1000.00 Sft 150000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Sub Total 2 16184000.00
3 Kolkas Camping 2000.00 600.00 Sft 1200000.00 Machhan ‐2 500.00 1600.00 Sft 800000.00 Water Supply 20.00 10000.00 Person 200000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Ghat Development 40.00 7500.00 RMT 300000.00 Sub Total 3 2650000.00
4 Keli Camping 2000.00 600.00 Sft 1200000.00 Machhan ‐2 500.00 1600.00 Sft 800000.00 Water Supply 20.00 10000.00 Person 200000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Photography Hides (2) 160.00 1200.00 Sft 192000.00 Hadicraft/ bamboo Centre 2100.00 1600.00 Sft 3360000.00 Sub Total 4 5902000.00
5 Musondi Development of View points L.S. 450000.00 Lodging & Boarding 2200.00 1600.00 Sft 3520000.00 Landscaping 40000.00 25.00 Sft 1000000.00 Health Spa 1200.00 1600.00 Sft 1920000.00 Meditation Centre 1100.00 1600.00 Sft 1760000.00
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Bullock cart & Horse Rides L.S. 300000.00 Rock Climbing equipment L.S. 100000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Chhatri (3) 1800.00 1500.00 Sft 2700000.00 Shopping 1200.00 1400.00 Sft 1680000.00 Sub Total 5 13980000.00
S.No.
Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount 6 Makhla
Development of points L.S. 1500000.00 Lodging & Boarding 6000.00 1600.00 Sft 9600000.00 Landscaping 40000.00 25.00 Sft 1000000.00 Health Spa 2200.00 1600.00 Sft 3520000.00 Meditation Centre 1100.00 1600.00 Sft 1760000.00 Bullock cart & Horse Rides L.S. 300000.00 Rock Climbing equipment L.S. 100000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Chhatri (3) 1800.00 1500.00 Sft 2700000.00 Shopping 1200.00 1400.00 Sft 1680000.00 Butterfly Park (Green House) 12000.00 850.00 Sft 10200000.00 Land Development (Hill Station) 500000.00 45.00 Sqm 22500000.00 Sub Total 6 55410000.00
7 Harisal Lodging & Boarding 4800.00 1600.00 Sft 7680000.00 Interpretation Centre 3600.00 1600.00 Sft 5760000.00 Tourist Information Centre/ Museum 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Shopping 1600.00 1400.00 Sft 2240000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Sub Total 7 20070000.00
8 Chourakund Lodging & Boarding 4800.00 1600.00 Sft 7680000.00 Butterfly Park (Green House) 3200.00 850.00 Sft 2720000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00
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Sub Total 8 10950000.009 Amner Fort
Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Conservation of Fort L.S. 20000000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Sub Total 9 24390000.00
S.No.
Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount
10 Narnala Fort (Gullarghat)
Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Chhatri (2) 1200.00 1500.00 Sft 1800000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Sub Total 10 6190000.00
11 Raipur Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Chhatri (2) 1200.00 1500.00 Sft 1800000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Photography Hides (4) 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Sub Total 11 6874000.00
12 Bairagarh Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Jetty L.S. 200000.00 White Water rafting Equipment L.S. 1500000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Photography Hides (4) Bird Watching 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Sub Total 12 6474000.00
13 Dhakna Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00
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Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Photography Hides (4) 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Sub Total 13 5074000.00
14 Tarubanda Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Photography Hides (4) 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Sub Total 14 5074000.00
S.No.
Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount 15 Rora Reservoir
Lodging & Boarding 2400.00 1600.00 Sft 3840000.00 Camping Tent facility 3200.00 600.00 Sft 1920000.00 Toilet 600.00 1600.00 Sft 960000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Jetty L.S. 200000.00 Boats & other Equipments L.S. 800000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Landscaping 16000.00 45.00 Sft 720000.00 Photography Hides (4) 320.00 1200.00 Sft 384000.00 Sub Total 15 9674000.00
16 Lawada Lake near Ghatang
Lodging & Boarding 3600.00 1600.00 Sft 5760000.00 Camping Tent facility 3200.00 600.00 Sft 1920000.00 Toilet 600.00 1600.00 Sft 960000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Jetty L.S. 200000.00 Boats & other Equipments L.S. 1000000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Landscaping 16000.00 45.00 Sft 720000.00 Photography Hides (2) 160.00 1200.00 Sft 192000.00 Sub Total 16 11602000.00
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S.No.
Location ‐ Activities & Proposed Development
Quantity Rate Per Amount 17 Bhawai Lake
Lodging & Boarding 3600.00 1600.00 Sft 5760000.00 Water Supply 40.00 10000.00 Person 400000.00 Septic Tank and disposal 100.00 1000.00 Sft 100000.00 Garbage disposal L.S. 50000.00 Jetty L.S. 200000.00 Boats & other Equipments L.S. 800000.00 Machhan 250.00 1200.00 Sft 300000.00 Landscaping 16000.00 45.00 Sft 720000.00 Photography Hides (2) 160.00 1200.00 Sft 192000.00 Sub Total 17 8522000.00 GRAND TOTAL 1 TO 17 215325800.00
18 Rejuvenation / Conservation of Gawilgarh 265200 600.00 Sft 159120000.0019 Solar Streetlights at all locations 144.00 49000.00 No 7056000.0020 Rainwater Harvesting Pipeline & pits etc. 18000.00 600.00 Nos 10800000.0021 De‐silting of 3 lakes 226800.00 160.00 Cum 36288000.00
22
Green Bridges On Sipna River, Stream above Jatradoh and catchement area of Lakes
5.00 2800000.00 Nos 14000000.00
23
Herbal Gardens at Makhla & Musondi
221000.00 85.00 Sft 18785000.00 GRAND TOTAL (1 TO 23) 461374800.00
24
Wind Farm at Gullarghat and Chikhaldara (20 Acre land available at Chikhaldara) to be done on PPP
15.00 50000000.00 MegaWatt 750000000.00 GRAND TOTAL (1 TO 24) 1211374800.00
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CCHHAAPPTTEERR 1133:: PPRROOJJEECCTT PPRRIIOORRIITTIISSAATTIIOONN
13.1 Introduction
The projects identified during the study’s and analyzed for the tourism development needs to be prioritized in terms of each project’s importance in Amravati district for tourism development. The prioritisation of projects is done through the employment of prioritisation criteria. The identified prioritisation criteria will form the basis of the prioritisation model and ultimately assist in the identification of priority based sites for tourism development in phases as I,II and III.
The following three prioritisation criteria have been identified for Amravati district:
• Strategic importance of tourism site/ town: the Destinations – Accessibility – nearness to a developed tourism destination.
• Impact of the project: attractiveness of the node
• SME (Small and Medium Economy) development potential
13.2 Criteria of Prioritisation
This sub‐section will discuss the criteria for project prioritisation.
13.2.1 Thrust 1: TOURISM NODE EVALUATION: Prioritisation
13.2.1.1 Tourism Development – Accessibility to destinations
While evaluating the tourism destinations, we ensured that the principles of sustainable tourism were adhered to. Accordingly we assigned equal importance to economic, social and environmental criteria.
The project strategic importance is determined by the tourism site/town’ accessibility and its ability to positively impact on the tourism sector, Strategic importance as criteria takes into account the scale of development, scale of beauty of site in respect of tourism, accessibility, the use of local resources as well as the effect the project will have on the comparative advantages of the local economy through tourism.
The descriptions of each sub‐criteria for the economic, social and environmental criteria. The allocation of the sub‐criteria is indicated below:
∙ Economic
• Accommodation required; • Activities required; • Services required; • Attractions required • Importance in Spatial Planning Issues;
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∙ Social
• Water Supply need • Electricity Supply • Sanitation need • Linkages • Signage’s • Socio‐Economic Indicators relating to the need to develop;
Analysis
• Many lakes, water bodies, Rivers • Major Tiger reserve in Melghat • Local employment available in abundance • Favorable brand image as a tourist friendly destination. • Many destinations like Lakes, water bodies and spillways. • Global potential for destinations like Melghat and Chikhaldara • Potential for Bird safari, Jungle Safari to several locations in Melghat. • Tourism potential unexploited. • No major threat in the area.
The rank of the tourism nodes based on the tourism development need evaluation is shown in Table 1.
S.N. Destination Salient Features Activities Proposed
1 Chikhaldara Hill Station Development proposed by CIDCO to continue (other things listed below)
Khatkali Rock Climbing Site Camping Site, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Chhatries.
Amzari Water Fall Retreat, Camping, Machhan, Amphitheatre etc.
Gawilgarh Heritage/ Adventure Light & Sound Show, Conservation, Chhatries.
Jatradoh Jungle Camp, water fall Chhatri, Leisure, Ghat development etc.
Mozri point Cliff, British Golf Site Club House, Golf, Health Spa, Helipad, Chhatries.
2 Semadoh Existing Jungle Retreat Retreat, Camping, Machhan etc. along with existing facilities, Interpretation Centre, Photography Hides, Chhatries, Shopping
3 Kolkas Existing Jungle Retreat Retreat, Camping, Machhan etc. along with existing facilities, Photography Hides, Ghat
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development
4 Keli Kolkas Semadoh
Jungle Rest House Trek with tent/ camp facility, Rock climbing Hadicrafts centre, Bamboo Centre
5 Musondi Above 800 M high place ‐ possible Hill Station
Development of View points, Lodging, Boarding, Landscaping, Water Supply Health Spa, Meditation Centre, Bullock cart & Horse Rides, Rock Climbing, Adventure Sports, Chhatries, Shopping etc.
6 Makhla Above 800 M high place ‐ possible Hill Station
Development of View points, Lodging, Boarding, Landscaping, Water Supply Health Spa, Meditation Centre, Bullock cart & Horse Rides, Butterfly park, Chhatries, Shopping etc.
7 Harisal Town in core jungle Lodging Boarding facility, Interpretation centre, Tourist Information Centre, museum, audiio ‐ visual shows, Shopping etc.
8 Chourakund Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride etc. with lodging ‐ Boarding facility, Butterfly park
9 Amner Fort Archaeoligical site, on banks of River Tapi
lodging boarding, River Rafting, Conservation
10 Narnala & nearby area
Fort, Cliff Lodging Boarding facility
11 Raipur Village in Forest Range Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride etc. with lodging ‐ Boarding facility
12 Bairagarh On the banks of River Tapi lodging boarding, River Rafting
13 Dhakna Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
14 Tarubanda Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
15 Rora reservoir Lake in Jungle lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
16 Bhawai reservoir
Lake in Jungle lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
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17 Ghatang/ Lawada reservoir
First stop from Paratwada to Semadoh
Tourist Information Centre with lodging boarding near lawada village, Photography Hides
18 Jarida Jungle Range Parking, Public Toilets, Water Supply, Sewerage, Garbage, Beautification, Landscaping, Fountains, Wind Farms, Rain water harvesting, De‐silting of water bodies
19 Upper Wardha Project
Very Big Reservoir with existing garden near Warud
Possibility of House Boats stay
13.2.2 Thrust 2: Market Attractiveness - USP
In order to prioritize the identified tourism nodes we utilized the evaluation methodologies to create a priority matrix. We ranked the tourism nodes’ as per their market attractiveness.
Nodes with high attractive to tourism markets should be considered as high priorities. Nodes with low attractive to tourism markets should be considered as low priorities as they would achieve few social development goals and may require subsidizing due to the added difficulty in marketing a less attractive destination or product. The ranking of the tourism nodes based on their market attractiveness is shown in Table 1.
13.2.3 Thrust 3: Business Development
Potential for SME (Small and Medium Economy) Development
The current status of development of tourism business at Amravati is at Melghat Tiger Reserve and at Chikhaldara. The main problem in Amravati district is the lack of development at destinations although there is a scope for it in terms of jungles, lakes.
13.3 Action plan for Tourism: Gap closure (investment) prioritisation
Based on the collective results presented in the DTMP report sections, investment facilitation efforts are prioritized by identified tourism gap below.
13.3.1 Intra‐regional travel and transport links
This project has highlighted the numerous difficulties faced in delivering intra‐regional transport links. Given that the vast bulk of the market has access to private vehicles, closing this gap is regarded as a ‘high’ priority.
Keeping in mind the status of tourism in Amravati district, its location the action plan is to first bring Amravati District on the tourism map of Maharashtra through Chikhaldara & Melghat Tiger Reserve
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exploring many destinations which are at presently not developed and to be projected as a potential Global Tourism Destination.
Jungle safari tours to Melghat about 100 Kms from Amravati.
Hill Station Development at Chikhaldara, Makhla and Musondi.
As the first phase of tourism development in Amravati District it is proposed to develop the Chikhaldara Hill Station and Melghat Tiger Reserve as the potential global tourism destination with possibility of stay for 7 days exploring all entries to Melghat Tiger Reserve as shown above. At present the major entry is from Semadoh from Raipur Road. There are other forest safaris possible from Tarubanda, Kolkas like areas and even Chikhaldara.
When Britisher’s ruled India, Chikhaldara was made the Summer Capital of C. P. & Berar Province. There are several Forest Rest Houses built by Britishers in the area most of which are as per Table 1. There was a golf course which was developed by them near Mozri point which can be rejuvenated. There is scope to develop even Club house at the place.
13.3.2 Intra‐regional transportation links
The Amravati district has easy links to the tourist destinations being located about 80 Kms from Main Rail Route and National Highway 6 passing through the district.
13.4 First Priority Tourism Development Sites
Following Sites have been selected as the first priority tourism development sites in Amravati District.
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S.N. Destination Salient Features Activities Proposed
1 Chikhaldara Hill Station Development proposed by CIDCO to continue (other things listed below)
Khatkali Rock Climbing Site Camping Site, Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Chhatries.
Amzari Water Fall Retreat, Camping, Machhan, Amphitheatre etc.
Gawilgarh Heritage/ Adventure Light & Sound Show, Conservation, Chhatries.
Jatradoh Jungle Camp, water fall Chhatri, Leisure, Ghat development etc.
Mozri point Cliff, British Golf Site Club House, Golf, Health Spa, Helipad, Chhatries.
2 Semadoh Existing Jungle Retreat Retreat, Camping, Machhan etc. along with existing facilities, Interpretation Centre, Photography Hides, Chhatries, Shopping
3 Kolkas Existing Jungle Retreat Retreat, Camping, Machhan etc. along with existing facilities, Photography Hides, Ghat development
4 Keli Kolkas Semadoh
Jungle Rest House Trek with tent/ camp facility, Rock climbing Hadicrafts centre, Bamboo Centre
5 Musondi Above 800 M high place ‐ possible Hill Station
Development of View points, Lodging, Boarding, Landscaping, Water Supply Health Spa, Meditation Centre, Bullock cart & Horse Rides, Rock Climbing, Adventure Sports, Chhatries, Shopping etc.
6 Makhla Above 800 M high place ‐ possible Hill Station
Development of View points, Lodging, Boarding, Landscaping, Water Supply Health Spa, Meditation Centre, Bullock cart & Horse Rides, Butterfly park, Chhatries, Shopping etc.
7 Harisal Town in core jungle Lodging Boarding facility, Interpretation centre, Tourist Information Centre, museum, audiio ‐ visual shows, Shopping
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etc.
8 Chourakund Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride etc. with lodging ‐ Boarding facility, Butterfly park
9 Amner Fort Archaeoligical site, on banks of River Tapi
lodging boarding, River Rafting, Conservation
10 Narnala & nearby area
Fort, Cliff Lodging Boarding facility
11 Raipur Village in Forest Range Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride etc. with lodging ‐ Boarding facility
12 Bairagarh On the banks of River Tapi lodging boarding, River Rafting
13 Dhakna Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
14 Tarubanda Town in core jungle with Forest Rest House
lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
15 Rora reservoir Lake in Jungle lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
16 Bhawai reservoir
Lake in Jungle lodging boarding, Photography hides, Machhan
17 Ghatang/ Lawada reservoir
First stop from Paratwada to Semadoh
Tourist Information Centre with lodging boarding near lawada village, Photography Hides
18 Jarida Jungle Range Parking, Public Toilets, Water Supply, Sewerage, Garbage, Beautification, Landscaping, Fountains, Wind Farms, Rain water harvesting, De‐silting of water bodies
19 Upper Wardha Project
Very Big Reservoir with existing garden near Warud
Possibility of House Boats stay