Official website - www.dnh.nic.in
Establishment day - 11 August 1961
Area - 491 sq km
Density - 698 per sq km
Population - (2011) 343,709
Male population - (2011) 193,760
Female Population - (2011) 149,949
District - 1
Capital - Silvassa
Rivers - Ganges River
Forest & National Park - Lion Safari Wildlife Sanctuary,- Deer Park-Silvassa
Languages English - Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi
Neighboring states of Gujarat - Maharashtra, Daman and Diu
Literacy Rate - (2011) 86.34%
775 females per 1000 males
Assembly Constituency - 0
About Parliamentary Constituency - 1 Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Dadra and Nagar Haveli is a union territory of India. It is located near the west coast and has two distinct parts. Dadra is surrounded by the state of Gujarat and Nagar Haveli is situated on the border of Maharashtra and Gujarat.
The most remarkable thing about Dadra and Nagar Haveli is its beauty. Lush green forests, rolling rivers, mountain ranges and spectacular glimpses of various species of flora and fauna are the most striking aspects of this union territory. Located in the western corner of the Indian subcontinent, this union territory lies between Gujarat and Maharashtra. Its total area is 491 square kilometers. The most interesting aspect of this place is its location in the watershed of the Daman Ganga River, which passes through this region.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli was a Portuguese colony since 1779, but it became a part of India in 1954. Till 1961 it was independently governed and self-government. In this year itself, it became a union territory of India and now it is represented in both the houses of the Indian Parliament.
The main cities of the Union Territory are Dadra and Silvassa. Silvassa is also the capital of Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli is bordered by the Western Ghats to the east and Gujarat to the north and east, while the state of Maharashtra is bordered on the south.
The region is hilly with the presence of the Western Ghats to the northeast of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, but the central part of the region is mostly plain and very fertile.
Dadra and Nagar Haveli consists of one district, one block and 72 villages and as of 2011 India census, it has a population of 3,43,709. A deep study of Dadra and Nagar Haveli reveals that there are several tribes in this region which are Varlai, Konkan, Dhodia and Dablas. These tribal people are independent, self-sufficient and have their own culture and social life.
Dadra consists of three villages and Nagar Haveli consists of Silvassa town and 68 villages. Known for its lush green forests, rolling rivers, mountain ranges and various species of flora and fauna, this union territory is one of the most popular tourist destinations.
The region experiences very pleasant weather from November to March and this time is the best time to visit here. Due to its proximity to the sea, the temperature in summer is not very high and the nights are very pleasant. The southwest monsoon lasts from June to September. During this time there is very heavy rain in this area. Here the rainfall is about 200 to 250 cm. it occurs.
History
Dadra and Nagar Haveli were under Maratha rule before coming under Portuguese control between 1783 and 1785. The Portuguese ruled this land for more than 150 years. In 1954, the Indian National Volunteers forced the Portuguese to leave India. In 1961, it became a Union Territory.Geography
Its geographical position is 20° 25' North and 73° 15' East. This region is located in the western part of the country and between Gujarat and Maharashtra. It is situated in the watershed of Daman Ganga river. Its total area is 491 square kilometers. 40 percent of the land here is covered by dense forests. It is the homeland of cheerful and colorful tribals who are rich with their folk songs and vibrant lifestyle. Most of the people living here are tribals who are divided into several tribal groups, including the Varlais, Konkans, Dhodias and Dabas. Most of the population here is of Hindus.Weather
The weather of Dadra and Nagar Haveli is greatly influenced by its geographical location. Although this union territory is surrounded by land on all sides, but it is not too far from the sea. On one side of this region is bordered by the Western Ghats, while it lies between Gujarat and Maharashtra.Business and economy
Agriculture is the main occupation of this state. The tribals grow mostly rice, wheat, sugarcane, paddy, pulses and fruits here. There is no big industry here. Its administration is looked after by the Central Government of India. 40 percent of the land is covered with dense forests and the rest is for the production of rice and other cereals and for grazing animals. Industry development here is limited. The capital city of Silvassa is located at a distance of 14 kms from Bhilad and Vapi. The nearest railway station from here is Vapi railway station of Western Railway, which is at a distance of 17 kms from Silvassa. The nearest airport here is in Mumbai.Infrastructure
Dadra and Nagar Haveli is a union territory of the Indian subcontinent controlled by the central government of India. So the central government is responsible for its infrastructure. The President of India appoints an administrator or 'Lieutenant Governor' who heads the government of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Silvassa is the capital here and most of the infrastructure of Dadra and Nagar Haveli operates from here.The road transport here is completely dependent on the state transport systems of Gujarat and Maharashtra which are its neighboring states.
Demographics
According to the 2011 census, its population is 3,43,709. This union territory has shown the highest population growth rate of 55.5 percent as per the decadal census information.Location - West corner of India, between Maharashtra and Gujarat
Latitude - 200 and 20025' North
Longitude - 72,050 and 73,015' East
Area - 491 Sq. Kilometers
Weather - cold in winter and hot in summer
Maximum temperature - 37°C
Minimum temperature - 10°C
Annual average rainfall - 200-250 cm.
Capital - Silvassa
Population - 343709
Languages - Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, English, Bhili
Religion - Hindu, Muslim, Christian and others
Best time to visit - November to March
Fabrics - Light cotton in summer, Uni in winter
Government and politics
Union Territories are directly controlled by the Government of India and are defined as 'sub-national administrative divisions of India'. Dadra and Nagar Haveli is an important union territory of India, so the government and politics here is controlled by the central government of India. The President of India appoints an administrator or 'Lieutenant Governor' who heads the government and politics of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It was under Portuguese rule for a long time and in 1954 it was included in the Indian subcontinent. However, even then the politics and government here were independently run and independent.Society and culture
The people, culture and festivals of Dadra and Nagar Haveli together give a colorful sight. Most of the population of Dadra and Nagar Haveli belongs to different tribal groups. The main tribes here are Konkan, Varlai, Koli, Dhodia, Kathodi, Naika and Dublas. Tribals have their own culture and customs that differ from community to community. Folk proverbs and stories flow in the air here, because they affect the people and society here a lot. Songs and dances are an integral part of these tribal groups and are a necessary part of all occasions such as harvesting, marriage or death. Apart from these tribals, people of different religions live in Dadra and Nagar Haveli. They have their own festivals and different customs. However, the majority of the population here is Hindu, which is 95 percent of the total population. These tribals have their own languages, with Bhili and Bhilodi being the most common. English is used for official purposes and Hindi, Marathi and Gujarati are spoken extensively, especially in areas near Maharashtra and Gujarat.Languages
The main languages of Dadra and Nagar Haveli are Marathi, Gujarati, Bhili and Bhilodi.Education
Dadra and Nagar Haveli area is full of natural beauty. This union territory is a very popular tourist hub but at the same time it has retained its beauty. However, over time, Dadra and Nagar Haveli witnessed an increase in population due to various reasons. At one time only backward tribals lived here. Tourists, people from neighboring states came here in large numbers and due to their influence and the efforts of the government, the people here started coming into the mainstream of modern society. This also improved the education scenario of the region. While talking about the education of this region, it is very important to talk about the various educational and training institutes around this region.Tourism
The Tribal Culture Museum of Silvassa is the ideal place to visit for those who are lazy to explore something real here. There is a good collection of masks, musical instruments, fishing equipment and life-size statues. Khanvel is located 20 kms from Silvassa. In the drive up to Khanvel, you can take a view of tall trees lined on both sides of the road. This beautiful landscape is surrounded by lush green mountains and there are cottages with country style terrace gardens available for nature lovers. The calm Sakartod river flows near Khanvel.The beautiful Vanganga Lake and Island Garden are five kilometers away from the capital city of Silvassa. Old wooden bridges, flowers, thatched huts and paddle boats all together make it a perfect place for a honeymoon.
Dudhni is 20 kms drive from Khanvel. The vast waterfront of the Daman Ganga river creates a breathtaking view of the waters spread over the Madhuban Dam. The luxurious tents on the shore give the very best of the countryside experience. Tourists can also cook food for themselves near these camps. On the Silvassa-Dadra road, there is a beautiful garden named Hirwa Van with roaring waterfalls. Apart from this, there are mist forming waterfalls, rustic stone walls, twin towers, small chhatris and beautiful lawns and flowers.
Vandhara Bagh situated in Silvassa is a riverside garden with vast and beautiful gardens and beautiful pavilions which are ideal places for picnics. Silvassa also has a mini zoo and children's garden. Colorful birds, mischievous monkeys, amazing pythons and crocodiles besides swings, Merry Go Round is a dream come true for any kid.
Transportation
The area's proximity to National Highway 8 or the Western Expressway connects it to other major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai and Baroda. The Vapi Railway Station, located near Dadra and Nagar Haveli, is easily accessible via these trains:Rajdhani Express
Shatabdi Express
Karnavati Express
Districts of Dadra and Nagar Haveli
S.No. Name of the District District Headquarter Population (2011) Growth Rate Sex Ratio Literacy Area (sq.km) Density (/sq.km)
1 Dadra and Nagar Haveli Silvassa 343709 55.88% 774 76.24 704 698
