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Korba (कोरबा) is a town and district in Chhattisgarh. Korba was part of Bilaspur District before 25 May 1998.

Variants

Origin

The district is named for the Korwa tribe that inhabits the northern part of Chhattisgarh.

Jat Gotras Namesake

  • Ghat (Jat clan) = Ghatama (घाटम). Ghatama (घाटम) was a feudatory of the Kalachuri prince Vahara mentioned in (L.10) of Kosgain Stone Inscription (No.II) Of Vahara: (Vikrama) Year 1570 (=1513 AD). The stone was originally found in the fort of Kosgain, 4 miles north-east of Chhuri in the Bilaspur District of Chhattisgarh. With verse 9 begins the genealogy of Ghatama (घाटम). In the Châyuhâna (Chauhan) (L.7) family there was a prince named Nirdevala (निर्देवल) (L.7). His son was Bharata (L.8). After him is mentioned Ghâtama who, though it is not expressly stated, was probably his son and successor. Ghâtama (घाटम) (L.9) obtained possession of a heaven-like fortress (evidently Kosanga (कोसंग) , modern Kosgain) and was greatly favoured by the king Vahara. His minister was Goraksha (गोरक्ष) (L.10), who had apparently a son named Vaijala (वैजल) (L.11). Verse 18 states that Ghâtama gave cows, yielding good milk and decked with gold and cloth, together with their calves to the poet Chandrâkara who composed this prasasti by his order. [5]


Tahsils in Korba district

Korba district is divided into 10 tahsils:

Villages in Korba Tahsil

Towns: 1. Korba, 2. Rajgamar

List of Villages in Korba Tahsil

1 Ajgarbahar, 2 Akhrapali, 3 Along, 4 Amaldiha, 5 Anchhimar, 6 Aretara, 7 Arsena, 8 Aurakachhar, 9 Badgaon, 10 Bagbuda, 11 Bahera, 12 Balsengha, 13 Baridih, 14 Barpali, 15 Basin, 16 Batati, 17 Bela, 18 Bendarkona, 19 Bhaisma, 20 Bhatgaon, 21 Bhelwatar, 22 Bhulsidih, 23 Bimalta, 24 Bisrampur, 25 Bundeli, 26 Chachiya, 27 Chakamar, 28 Chhirhut, 29 Chirra, 30 Chitapali, 31 Chuiya, 32 Darga, 33 Deopahri, 34 Devermal, 35 Dhangaon, 36 Dhaurabhatha, 37 Dhengurdih, 38 Dhengurdih, 39 Dhongdraha, 40 Dokarmana, 41 Dondro, 42 Doomardih, 43 Dumardih, 44 Fulsari, 45 Gahaniya, 46 Garhuproda, 47 Garkatra, 48 Gaurbora, 49 Geraon, 50 Gidhkuwari, 51 Girari, 52 Godhi, 53 Godma, 54 Gurma, 55 Hathimud, 56 Jambahar, 57 Jatadand, 58 Jilga, 59 Kachhar, 60 Kadam Jheriya, 61 Kaldamar, 62 Kansara, 63 Karmandi, 64 Karumauha, 65 Katbitla, 66 Katkona, 67 Kerakachhar, 68 Kerijheriya, 69 Kerwa, 70 Kesala, 71 Keubahar, 72 Khair Bhawna, 73 Khordal, 74 Kodiaghat, 75 Kolga, 76 Korkoma, 77 Kudmura, 78 Kudri, 79 Kudrichingar, 80 Kudurmal, 81 Kukricholi, 82 Kurudih, 83 Kuturwa, 84 Labed, 85 Lemroo, 86 Madanpur, 87 Makhurpani, 88 Malikachhar, 89 Masan, 90 Matmar, 91 Mauhar, 92 Mudhunara, 93 Nakiya, 94 Naktikhar, 95 Narbada, 96 Pahanda, 97 Pandripani, 98 Parsakhola, 99 Pasarkhet, 100 Patadhi, 101 Patrapali, 102 Pendradih, 103 Pondikhoha, 104 Ranpa, 105 Rapta, 106 Rogbahri, 107 Sakdukalan, 108 Samarkana, 109 Saraidih, 110 Saraipali, 111 Saraisingar, 112 Sarsadewa, 113 Satrenga, 114 Semipali, 115 Simkeda, 116 Solwa, 117 Songudha, 118 Sonpuri, 119 Surve, 120 Syang, 121 Tapra, 122 Taraimardih, 123 Taulipali, 124 Tewanara, 125 Thakurkheta, 126 Thengrimar, 127 Tilaidand, 128 Tilkeja, 129 Urga,

Source - https://www.census2011.co.in/data/subdistrict/3275-korba-korba-chhattisgarh.html

Geographic location

Korba is situated on Maikal ranges of the Satpura Hills and Chhota Nagpur Plateau is high and low and open. The rivers Hasdeo and Ahiran flow through the city, with Hasdeo boasting two hydroelectric dams.

Korba is also known for its coal mines such as Gevra Area which is one of the biggest coal mines of Asia as well as Kusmunda Area and Dipka Area, all located in Korba Coalfield. It also has power plants such as NTPC, CSEB and Bharat Aluminum Company.

History

Korba was formerly known as Gourigarh. The district was originally ruled by the Haihaiyas until it was conquered by the Marathas during their expansion into Chhattisgarh. Various parts of the district were controlled by small zamindars belonging to a variety of communities such as Gond and Kanwar. The Korwas managed to overthrow the rulers of Gourigarh and ruled the region until being displaced by the Kalachuris. These rulers managed to retain their lands during the arrival of Marathas and British. In 1861 Korba became part of the newly-formed Bilaspur district.

Economy

Korba Super Thermal Power Plant of NTPC is located at Jamanipali area. It receives coal from Gevra and Kusmunda mines and source of water for the power plant is Hasdeo River.[14] Korba Thermal Power Station is owned and operated by National Thermal Power Corporation. There are more small Power Plant near city like Hasdeo Thermal Power Station, Dr Shyama Prasad Mukharjee Thermal Power Station and Lanco Amarkantak Power Plant.

Himadri Speciality Chemical has its manufacturing facility located in Korba.[15] Bharat Aluminium Company has plant which is one of the Asia's largest aluminium production industries. In 2009, chimney under construction by Gannon Dunkerley & Company at the Balco smelter collapsed killing 49 workers and GDCL management have been accused of negligence in the incident.

Culture

The district is known for its tribal culture. The largest tribes are the Gonds and Kawars, with smaller numbers of Kurukh, Binjhwar, Dhanwar and Majhwar.

Korba is famous for its cultural diversity. The people celebrate all the festivals with great enthusiasm.

Mainly Pahari Korva and Birhore tribes are major tribe community of district. They generally habitual of living in isolation. They live in hilly and forest areas.

The main tribal festival are Dev Uthani, Pola, Chherchhera, Karma, and Hareli.

Hareli is celebrated during the month of monsoon. Farmers celebrate this festival, it is also known as Hariyali.

Pola is another festival celebrated by peoples, During the festival clay made bullocks are worshiped.

Panthi Dance, Raut Nacha, Karma Nacha, Baar Nacha, and Suwa are the traditional dances of the district.

Tourist Places

Lafagarh orChaiturgarh Fort
  • Chaithurgarh Fort - Chaithurgarh Fort, also known as Lafagarh, is one of the best heritage sites in Korba, located on the top of a hill. Chaithurgarh (Lafagarh) is situated around 70 kms away from Korba town. it is 25 km north of Pali Korba. Surrounded by 5 beautiful lakes, this place stands tall at a height of 3060 ft from sea level. Referred as one of the most powerful natural forts, the place was constructed by Raja Prithvideva I, and protected by strong natural walls. The fort is a great example of ancient architecture that you can witness on the walls of the fort. There are three main entrances to the fort named Menaka, Humkara and Simhadwar. [16]
  • Tuman - Perched at a distance of 10 kilometres from Katghora, Tuman is a tiny town that welcomes tourists to perceive the ancient history of the Haihaya dynasty. Located 30 km away from district headquarter in the northwest direction, the town was the capital of kings of the Haihaya dynasty. The main attraction of Tuman village is the ancient Shiv Mandir, believed to be built by King Ratnadeva I during the reign of Kalachuri in 11th century A.D, making it one of the interesting tourist places in Korba.[17]
  • Pali - Pali is a tehsil headquarter in Korba district. This place situated around 50 km off from the district headquarters on the Korba-Bilaspur road. If you are fond of ancient architecture, Pali is one of the best places to visit in Kobra, known as the worship place of the Banna dynasty’s great Emperor, Raja Vikramaditya. Nestled beside a large pond, a huge Shiva mandir is the main attraction of this place, having fascinating architecture and attracting a large number of travellers to amaze them with beautiful craftsmanship. The pond adjacent to the temple is impeccably designed with 9 edges, showcasing a distinctive symmetry. [18]


  • Kosagaigarh Structures
  • Kosagaigarh (कोसगईगढ़) is a site of an ancient fort in Korba district, Chhattisgarh, situated 25 kms off Korba-Katghora Road on the hillocks of Putka Pahad. Kosgain Stone Inscription (No.I) of Vahara was originally found in the fort of Kosgain, 4 miles to the north-east of Chhuri, the chief town of the former Chhuri Zamindarî in the Korba district of Chhattisgarh. The inscription is one of the king Vahara who belonged to the Haihaya i e, Kalachuri Dynasty of Ratanpur. The object of it seems to be to record the king's victory over some Pathans. The inscription is not dated, but from the other inscription on the same stone, which belongs to the same reign and is dated in the Vikrama year 1570, as well as from the Ratanpur Stone Inscriptions Of Vahara: (Vikrama) Year 1552 (=1495 AD), which mentions the artisans Chhïtaku and Mandana, it is clear that Vâharèndra flourished at the end of the fifteenth and in the beginning of the sixteenth century A C.[19]
  • Devapahari (देवपहरी) - Devapahari is situated 58 KM. North East from Korba on the bank of Chornai River. This river made one lovely water fall named Govind Kunj in Devapahari.
  • Madwarani (मड़वारानी) - Dedicated to Goddess Madwarani, the Madwarani Temple is perched on the top of a hill, at a distance of 22 kilometres from Korba. The massive view during the Navratri festival here holds a special place in the heart of devotees who come here every year to attend the fair and witness the beautiful and attractive idol of Mata Madwaranai. The temple has great significance, and the reason behind is it’s growing crop Jowar under the Kalmi trees near the temple. [20]
  • Sitamani (सीतामणी) - Another archaeological retreat for tourists is Sitamani, with three caves formed by cutting the rocks, representing the abode for Ram, Sita and Laxman, making it one of the best tourist places in Korba. It is believed that lord Ram spent his time here during Vanavas (exile), which is proved by the footprints, strong evidence found near caves. Tourists from all over the world come here to witness these caves and footprints as well as to hear religious beliefs from the local residents related to this holy place.[21]
  • Golden Island - Nestled in the heart of the Hasdeo Bango Dam, Golden Island is one of the most attractive tourist places to visit in Korba. Surrounded by pristine water, and evergreen forest, this blissful island is located on the Bilaspur - Ambikapur Highway road in Korba district. This place is also an ideal destination for camping with family and friends, and tourists can also stay at the government guest house or choose tent facilities according to their preference. The splendid view of sunrise and sunset from the Golden Island is worth witnessing during your trip to Korba. It is also among the best places for picnic spots near Korba. [22]
  • Snake Park - Snake Park, situated in Tapkara which is also referred to as Naglok, is one of the best tourist places near Korba. As the name suggests, this place gives you enthralling vibes as you can enjoy the sighting of different types of snakes. Prior to the government’s establishment of this park, these reptiles were used to roaming around freely, however, now the scenario has changed, and this place has become one of the greatest attractions for tourists seeking places to visit in Korba. [23]
  • Bango Dam - The Bango Dam in Korba, Chhattisgarh, one of the best places to visit in Korba, stands as a monumental testament to human engineering and its harmonious integration with nature. With its colossal structure and the majestic expanse of water, it holds back, the Bango Dam has not only provided a vital source of irrigation and power generation to the region but has also become an enchanting destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts alike. [24]
  • Kendai Waterfall (केंदई) - If you are looking to spend an amazing time with your family and friends and seeking the best picnic spot in Korba, Kendai is an ideal place to visit. Located at the Bilaspur-Ambikapur state highway No.5, Kendai is a village full of splendid natural beauty and dense forests. The main attraction of the Kendai village is Kendai Waterfall, which has a height of 75 feet and is situated in the Katghora forest. [25]


  • Kudurmal (कुदुरमाल) - Kudurmal is a small village, famous for having various religious and historical places, making it one of the best places to visit in Korba with family. Located at a distance of 15 km from Korba district, Kudurmal is a place where is a Samadhi of one of Saint Kabir’s disciples, around 500 years old. Apart from this, travellers can also receive blessings from the temples located nearby, including Sankatmochan Hanuman Mandir surrounded by other small temples such as Kali, Durga, Ram Ji, Sita ji and Kabir. The main attraction of this place is the Magh Purnima fair, organized every year in the month of January and February, attracting a huge crowd of devotees from all over the world.[26]


  • Sarvamangala (सर्वमंगला) - Dedicated to Goddess Durga, Sarvamangala is a well-known temple built by the ancestors of Rajeshwar Dayal, who used to be Zamindar in Korba. The main attraction of this place is a mystical cave beneath the river which emerges on the other side of the temple. According to legends, Rani Dhanraj Kunwar Devi used to visit the temple daily, which increases the significance of the temple for devotees. [27]
  • Mehargarh (मेहरगढ़)
  • Kanki (कनकी)

Notable persons

External links

References

  1. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.563-568
  2. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  3. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  4. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  5. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.563-568
  6. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.563-568
  7. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  8. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.563-568
  9. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  10. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.563-568
  11. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  12. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  13. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  14. ↑ "NTPC Korba"
  15. ↑ "Himadri to invest ₹1,000 cr. in Singur". The Hindu. 14 March 2018. ISSN 0971-751X.
  16. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  17. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  18. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  19. ↑ Corpus Inscriptionium Indicarium Vol IV Part 2 Inscriptions of the Kalachuri-Chedi Era, Vasudev Vishnu Mirashi, 1905, p.557-563
  20. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  21. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  22. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  23. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  24. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  25. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  26. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/
  27. ↑ https://traveltriangle.com/blog/places-to-visit-in-korba/

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