Largest district of Maharashtra
Gadchiroli is located in eastern Maharashtra.
- Gadchiroli spreads over 14,412 square km
- As per 2011 census, its population is over 10 lakh
- It is the second least populated district after Sindhudurg
- Mainly forest-based economy – timber, bamboo, tendu leaves etc. Also some agriculture
- Many local tribal people depend on the forests
- Majority population is tribal people, especially Gond adivasi community
- It is an underdeveloped district
- Maoist activities have affected the district and its development
List of Districts in Maharashtra 2024
List of Districts in Maharashtra 2024: Maharashtra has 36 districts that differ in size, population, economy, and development. The largest district by area is Gadchiroli, spanning over 14,000 square km. The district with the highest population is Thane, home to over 1 crore people. Mumbai and nearby districts are the most developed parts of Maharashtra.
In this article, we will have a look over the list of districts of Maharashtra, divisions, and frequently asked questions related to it.
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