Location And Geographical Knowledge Of Manipur In English

Location And Geographical Knowledge Of Manipur

History

• Manipur is a state located in the northeast of India. Its capital is Imphal. Manipur’s neighboring states are: Nagaland and Mizoram to the north, Assam to the west, and Myanmar to the east.
• It has an area of ​​22,347 km² (8,628 sq mi). The natives here are the people of Meitei tribe, who live in the valley area here.
• Their language is Meiteilon, which is also known as Manipuri language. This language has been added to the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India in 1992 and thus has attained the status of a national language.
• People of Naga and Kuki tribes live in the mountainous areas here. Manipuri is considered a sensitive border state.

Introduction

• The literal meaning of Manipur is ‘Land of Jewels’. It was a princely state before India’s independence.
• After independence, it became a union territory of India. The capital here is Imphal. This whole part is hilly.
• The climate is hot and humid and the average annual rainfall is 65 inches. About 60 tribes of Naga and Kuki caste reside here.
• The people here are very proficient in music and art. Many dialects are spoken here. Tea is cultivated on the hill slopes and paddy is cultivated in the valleys. A road through Manipur leads to Burma.
• This state is rich in natural resources. The natural shade here is worth seeing.
• There are refreshing waterfalls; There are plants with colorful flowers, rare flora and fauna, sacred forests, ever-flowing rivers, green cover scattered on mountains and hills, and crooked waterfalls.
• Loktak Lake is an important lake here. On physical basis, this state can be divided into two parts, hills and valleys.
• There are hills all around and a valley in the middle. Thus is the ancient glory of nature. The art and culture of the state is rich which reflects its prosperity on the world map.

Language

• The official language of the state is Meitei (also known as Manipuri). It is a scheduled language in the Republic of India, and serves as the lingua franca of Manipur.
• In addition to the Meitei language, there is a great amount of linguistic diversity in Manipur, as in most of Northeast India.
• Almost all languages ​​are Sino-Tibetan, with many different subgroups represented.
• There are several Kuki-Chin languages, the largest of which is Thadau. Another major language family is the Naga languages, such as Tangkhul, Paula, Rongmei and Mao.
• Less than 5% speak Indo-European languages, mostly Nepali and Bengali, in their own Sylheti dialect, which is the dominant language of Jiribam district.
• The Language Planning and Implementation Directorate of the Government of Manipur works for the development and promotion of the Meitei language and other local languages ​​of Manipur.

Population

• According to the 2011 census, the population of Manipur is 2,855,794. Of this total, 57.2% live in the valley districts and the remaining 42.8% in the hill districts.
• The valley (plain) is mainly inhabited by the Meitei speaking population (native Manipuri speakers). The hills are inhabited by several ethno-linguistically diverse tribes mainly belonging to the Naga, Kuki and smaller tribal groups. Naga and Kuki settlements are also found in the valley area, though less in number.
• Manipur also has a sizeable population of Nepalis, Bengalis, Tamils ​​and Marwaris.

Rainbow Shiroi Lily

• Manipur is also known as the ‘Orchid Basket’ of the country. 500 species of orchid flowers are found here.
• A special type of flower, the Shiroi Lily, is found in the Shiroi hills, situated at an altitude of about 5000 feet above sea level.
• This flower of Shiroi Lily is produced only in Manipur in the whole world. This unique and rare flower was discovered in 1946 by an Englishman named Frank Kingdom Ward.
• This special lily is born only in the month of monsoon. Its specialty is that seven colors are visible in it when viewed under a microscope.
• This unique lily was also awarded the Merit Prize in 1948 by the Royal Horticultural Society, London.
• Every year Shiroi Lily Festival is organized with great pomp in Ukhrul district. People from far away come to Manipur to see it.

People Of Manipur

• There are three main tribes living here. Naga and Kuki/Zo are the major tribal groups. The Nagas in Manipur are divided into sub-tribes such as Anal, Liangmai, Mao, Maram, Maring, Poumai, Rongmei, Tangkhul, Zeme, etc.
• Each tribe has a special culture and customs which is visible from their dance, music and traditional practices. The people of Manipur are artists as well as creative which is reflected in the Khadi and handcrafted products prepared by them.
• These products are known worldwide for their design, efficiency and utility. There is also a large number of Nepalese who have settled here from Nepal, who are settled in many areas of Manipur.

Geographical Situation

• Situated on the eastern border of India, this state lies between 23.83 degree north and 25.68 degree north latitude and 94.78 degree east longitude. On one side there is Myanmar in the east and Nagaland in the north-west.
• The geographical location of Manipur is worth visiting. There are high hills in the northern and eastern regions and plains in the central part. Here one or the other river flows in the middle of every mountain. Imphal river is the main river here.

Economy

• Agriculture and agro-based industries are the basis of the economy. The state is a suitable location for information technology based businesses.
• There is a system of higher education here, there are immense possibilities of investment, especially in the field of agriculture and food processing. There are many possibilities in the field of handloom, handicrafts and tourism.
• To attract investors in these areas, the government has prepared several policies, as well as many incentives have been announced to attract investors.

Sightseeing

• Due to its diverse flora and fauna, Manipur is addressed by various names like ‘Jewel of India’ and ‘Switzerland of the East’.
• Enticing natural scenes, include exotic flowers and plants, serene forests, rippling rivers, lush greenery on the hills.
• Apart from all these there are many attractions for the tourists which provide excellent opportunities for the development of tourism in the state.
• Shree Govind Ji Temple, Kharim Band Bazar (Ima Kaithal) War Cemetery, Martyr’s Tower, Nupi San (Women’s War) Memorial Komlar Xa, Khonghapat Garden, Vishnu Temple, Sendra, Moreh Sirai Village, Sirai Hills, Duko Valley, Government Museum , Kaina Tourist Residence, Khongjom War Memorial etc. are some of the important tourist places of Manipur.

• Manipur is located at the extreme northeastern tip of the country and most of it is covered with hills. There are many investment opportunities here. There are several sectors which have great potential to attract investors.
• Imphal, Ukhrul are famous places of interest here. In Imphal Kangla Park, Govind Mandir, the markets there, Tikendrajit Park are famous and Ukhrul hills are famous. Loktak lake is famous in Chudachandpur district.

Agriculture And Food Processing

• The state has favorable conditions for agriculture. The climate and soil here is suitable for growing almost all crops of agriculture and horticulture.
• Paddy, wheat, maize, pulses and oilseeds (such as oil, groundnut, soyabean, sunflower etc.) are cultivated in abundance in the state.
• Apart from this, various fruits like pineapple, lemon, banana, orange etc. and vegetables like cauliflower, cabbage, tomato and peas etc. are produced.
• As a result, the food processing sector plays an important role in the diversification and commercialization of agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, poultry, animal husbandry and forestry.
• Considering the importance of this industry, the state government has established ‘Food Processing Training Center’ and ‘Food Processing Training Hall’ in Imphal. A food park is also being set up in Imphal.

Handloom

• Handloom industry is the biggest cottage industry of the state. Here this industry is flourishing since time immemorial.
• It is providing maximum employment in the state especially to women. The major handloom products of Manipur are sarees, bed sheets, curtains, fashionable clothes, scarves and pillow covers etc.
• Most of the weavers are known for their skill and fine designing. They are from Wong Khai Bayon Kampoo, Kongman, Khong Man Ullalau etc. which are famous for their exquisite silk products.
• Manipuri clothes and shawls are in great demand in the national and international markets. There are three government agencies involved in handloom production.

Handicrafts

• The handicraft industry of the state occupies a unique place among the various handicraft arts of the country. Under this, along with products made of cane and bamboo, the culture of making pottery is also included.
• Pottery making is a very old tradition in Manipur and this enterprise is mainly practiced in the districts of Andro, Sikmai, Charon, Thogjao, Nungwi and Senapati.
• Since bamboo and cane are available in plenty, basket weaving has become a popular occupation of the people here.
• Apart from this, fishing equipment is also made of cane and bamboo. All these products are in great demand in domestic as well as international markets.

Information Technology

• The Government of Manipur accords high priority to the electronics and information technology sector as an important area of ​​development, considering the enormous potential of the IT industry in the state. Rajyar has dynamic man power and quality work force which are well suited for such industries.