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The agro climate zones of Chhattisgarh are three viz., Northern Hill Zone,
Chhattisgarh Plain and Plateau of Baster. The average annual rainfall of this
area is about 1307.3 mm.
Irrigation and Power
When the state came into being, the total irrigation capacity was 13.28 lakh
hectares which has 23 per cent of total sown area which has now increased to
18.44 lakh hectares which is 33.15 per cent of total sown area.
Mineral Resources
Chhattisgarh has the perfect geological set up to host a number of economically
crucial minerals. Large deposits of coal, iron ore, limestone, bauxite and
dolomite are found in various parts of the state. Districts of north Chhattisgarh
such as Surguja, Raigarh, Koriya and Bilaspur are known for huge coal deposits.
Industry
The economy of Chhattisgarh is largely natural resource driven and it leverages
the state’s rich mineral resources. The key sectors where Chhattisgarh has a
competitive advantage include cement, mining, steel, aluminium and power.
One of the most mineral-rich states in India, Chhattisgarh provides a lucrative
opportunity for cement production at the most competitive prices.
Transport
Roads: The total length of the roads in the state under PWD is 31803 km. The
length of national highway is 2226 km; state highways 5240 km 10,539.80 km;
main district roads; and 13798 km other district and rural roads. The length of
roads in Chhattisgarh has increased from 17.75 km to 21.40 km per 100 km.
Railways : Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg, Rajnandgaon, Raigarh and Korba are
important railway stations.
Tourist Centres
Chhattisgarh situated in the heart of India, is endowed with a rich cultural
heritage and attractive natural diversity. The state is full of ancient monuments,
rare wildlife species, carved temples, Buddhist sites, palaces, water falls, caves,
rock paintings and geographical formations.
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Government
Governor : Shri Balram Das Tandon Chief Secretary : Shri Vivek Kumar Dhand
Chief Minister : Dr. Raman Singh Jurisdiction of : Chhattisgarh High Court
High Court