SANSKRITIK CHHATTISGARH

The people of Chhattisgarh have the majority of

tribes in the country. About 27 percent of the total

tribal population of the state resides in Bastar

district. The tribal people of Chhattisgarh mainly

speaks two languages and they are Hindi and

Chhattasgarhi.

CULTURE IS THE ART OF LIVING

ORIGIN AND ETHNICITY

The natives of this state are very hard working, exhibiting

their energy in mines and factories. They are also very

creative and excel in making traditional handicrafts. Some

of the major tribes of Chhattisgarh are Gond tribe, Korba,

Baiga Tribe, Bison Horn Maria tribe, Abhuj Maria, Muria

tribe, Halba tribe, Bhatra and Dhurvaa tribes.

CULTURE

The culture of Chhattisgarh is a blend of literature, performing arts and crafts which is derived and nourished from daily life and observation of facts of people. The tribal people are also noted for their Pithora style of painting which is usually done on occasions like festivals, marriages or other celebrations.

CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

Customs and traditions play a major role in the life of

Chhattisgarhi people. The Gonds tribal community of

Chhattisgarh has a social institution, Ghotul. The cultural

mosaic of Chhattisgarh is also marked by tribal

entertainment like cock fights, tribal dances like Salai,

Suwa and Karma.

COSTUMES OF PEOPLE OF CHHATTISGARH

The costumes of the tribal class of the people of Chhattisgarh

are very unique and attractive. They have lot of affinity for

jewellry, especially around their neck which is usually made

of metal casts, silver ghungroos and chunky wooden

bangles. The women are very particular about their sarees

which is supposed to be knee length and of bright

colours. Men wear dhotis and headgears like cotton turbans.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Chhattisgarh is known for "Kosa silk" and "lost wax art”. The fibre which is got from the seeds of

the marshes with a beautiful ivory colour is used in making potholders, mats, hammocks, bags

and dolls. Chhattisgarh is also known for its handloom product, Dhruva patta or the Dhruva Sari.

CUISINE

Chhattisgarh is popularly known as the “rice bowl of India. Other staple food of the people of Chhattisgarh is

jowar, maize and wheat. Jalebis, rakhia badi and petha are most

favourites of the people. The fruit got from the mahuwa tree is very

famous in Chhattisgarh. The people of the state have a liking towards tangy recipes and sweet dishes.

OCCUPATION

Nearly 80% of the total population is involved in agriculture. They cultivate paddy, oilseeds, wheat, coarse grains, groundnut, maize and pulses. They also grow fruits like guava, mango, banana, etc., and different varieties of vegetables.

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