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Tripura
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Tripura is one of the seven states in the north eastern part of India located between 22 degree and 56 minutes and 24 degree and 32 minutes north latitude and between 90 degree and 09 minutes and 92 degree and 20 minutes east latitude. It is bounded on the north, west, south and south-east by Bangladesh whereas in the east it has a common boundary with Assam and Mizoram. There is a common belief that the name of the State has originated from "Tripura Sundari" - the presiding deity of the land which is famous as one of the 51 pithos of Hindu Pilgrims. Apart from this traditional view it is believed that originally the land was known as "Tuipra" meaning a land adjoining the water. It is fact that in days of yore the boundaries of Tripura was extended up to the Bay of Bengal when its rulers held sway from Garo hills to Arakan. The history of Tripura as a administrative unit dates back to the days of Maharajas when the territory was a native State. It is significant to note that all though Tripura was conquered by force of arms in 1761, no Political agents was appointed in the State till 1871 - a gap of 110 years. The former princely state of Tripura was ruled by Maharajas of Manikya dynasty. It was an independent administrative unit under the Maharaja even during the British rule in India though this independence was qualified, being subject to the recognition of the British, as the paramount power, of each successive ruler. After independence of India, an agreement of merger of Tripura with the Indian Union was signed by the Regent Maharani on September 9, 1947 and the administration of the state was actually taken over by the Govt. of India on October 15, 1949. Tripura became a Union Territory without legislature with effect from November 1, 1956 and a popular ministry was installed in Tripura on July 1, 1963. On January 21, 1972 Tripura attained statehood. Tripura is a hilly and landlocked state endowed with vast green forests and established gas reserves . The state has a total area of 10492 sq. km . and attained statehood on January 21 , 1972 . The state has a long border with Bangladesh of 856 km. After Kerala , Tripura is the largest producer of natural rubber and the rubber produced is of superior quality . The state also has the distinction of being the highest producer of True Potato Seeds in the country.
Total Population - 2001 Census:(In Nos.)
Source: Statistical Abstract of Tripura 2007
GSDP and NSDP at Current Prises:
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Govt. of Tripura, Agartala
GSDP and NSDP at Constant Prises:
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Govt. of Tripura, Agartala
Production of Crops and other particulars in Tripura 2009-10 (P):
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
The Fisheries plays an important role in Tripura. Fish is one of the vital food item of the diet of 95 percent of Tripura’s population. Fisheries also play a major role in economic development of the State. The State Government’s main thrust is to establish the Slogan “Fish for All – All for fish – All for Fishers” in the State. Fisheries programme is undertaken for rural development aiming to generate rural employment along with the socio-economic improvement of the fisher fold of the State. In recent year fresh water aqua-culture has made a significant progress in the State. The sector has potential to attain self sufficiency in fish production. State Government has also given utmost importance to popularize scientific techniques to fish production through training/extension work to the farmers.
Considering the increasing demand of fish, the State Government has been given emphasis to increase the productivity of the existing water areas. Till 2009-10 Fish Farmers Development Agencies (FFDA) have brought 6926.50 hectares water area under scientific fish culture.
Number of Fish Production, Fish Seed Production etc., 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Particulars of Forestry and Rubber:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Animal Resource Development Department 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Economic development of a State or region is generally related to its industrial development. The State is industrially backward and main reasons of its backwardness are geographical isolation as well as connectivity with the mainland of India. The level of industrialisation of the State is evident from its contribution to the State’s GSDP at current prices, the contribution of the manufacturing sector both organised and un-organised combined together was 2.17 percent in 2009-10, which shows low level of industrialisation. The main objective of the State Government is to promote agricultural, small scale, food processing, large and medium scale industries in the State. Besides, undertaking the geological and mining activities, promotion of plantation crops i.e., tea, rubber etc. as well as increase in the export and import are also the priority sector of the State Government. Gearing-up industrial activities with the help of available natural resources as well as removal of infrastructure bottlenecks are the thrust area for economic development of the State. Creation of an integrated and comprehensive base for industrialisation through proper linkage between medium, large and small-scale industries is the focused area of the State. Efforts are being made to promote entrepreneurship within the State, the outside investors in the public and private sectors are also been encouraged both for their financial capabilities and technical expertise, for setting-up medium and large-scale units. The State Government also laid due importance for development of the industrial infrastructure by way of augmentation of power, water supply, development of industrial areas with all common facilities etc. Although the State is backward in industrialisation but has the potentiality for industrial opportunities and improvement which in turn will increase employment generation in the State. The strategies of industrialisation for the State would be as follows as recommended by the Sub-Committee under the State Planning Board constituted by the State Government.
Industries & Commerce 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
No. of Production, Employment of Handloom and Handicraft:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Number of Bank Brunches, Credit, Deposit and Credit Deposit Ratio during the year 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Road and Transport, 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Tripura has two sources of power generation – Hydro and Thermal . The state also has natural gas, which can be used for thermal power generation . Out of the two major sources of power generation, thermal power accounts for 93% while the remaining 7 percent is generated from Gomati Power Project (hydro). Due to the increase in the demand for electricity, the state is experiencing persistent power shortage and hence frequent power cuts are enforced upon .
Power and Energy Particulars in Tripura:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Number of Telephone Exchange, Connections and Post offices, 2009-10:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Educational Particulars:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
Tripura has established major lead in spreading health care system in remote parts. Several development projects were implemented under the health care system. The state government has taken several efforts for development of health care primary health centers.
Health and Hygiene:
Source: Tripura at a glance 2010-11
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All over India the Gomukh is an auspicious emblem. Ancient drinking fountains and clear springs are often directed to flow through spouts fashioned in the form of a cow's head. Tripura is the gomukh of the north-east. It thrusts out into Bangladesh with only its neck attached to Mizoram and Assam.