HIMACHAL PRADESH

HIMACHAL PRADESH

Area: 55,673 sq. km

Latitude: 31˚ 54’N

Population: 60, 77,248

Longitude: 77˚ 18’ E

Principal languages: Hindi and Pahari

Capital: Simla

Situation: the state is bordered by Jammu and Kashmir in the north, Tibet in the east, Uttaranchal in southeast, Haryana in the south and by Punjab in the west and south – west.

Five major river systems, namely, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, Sutlej and Yamuna, Emanate from the Western Himalayas and pass through Himachal Pradesh.

SIMALA

·         Capital of Himachal Pradesh is the leading town and the centre of education.

·         An important hill station of India.

MANDI

·         Situated on the bank of the Beas River at a height of about 750m.

·         An important trading centre of the Kullu valley.

·         Manufactures horticulture implements.

CHAMBA

·         Old city of the State is situated on the right bank of the Ravi River.

·         Weaving of handloom fabrics and leather shoe – making are important industries.