Chhindwara (छिंदवाड़ा) is a district in southern Madhya Pradesh, India, adjoining Maharashtra. Its administrative headquarters is Chhindwara city. Set amid the Satpura hills, the district is known for its forests, agricultural landscapes and Adivasi heritage. Hindi is widely used, alongside local and tribal languages.
Gond and other Adivasi communities contribute to the district’s cultural life through festivals, music and traditional knowledge. Farming, trade, forest-based livelihoods and industry support the economy, with maize an important crop. Notable places include the historic fort at Deogarh and Patalkot, a deep valley associated with the Bharia community and distinctive forest landscapes.
Common civic concerns include reliable drinking water, irrigation, rural roads and access to schools and healthcare, particularly in remote settlements. Residents also care about farm incomes, employment opportunities and public services in growing towns. Forest conservation, land and forest rights, and balancing tourism with local livelihoods are important issues across the district.