India is a land of extraordinary contrasts, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, and natural wonders coexist with vibrant cities.
Tribe Name |
Key Districts |
Cultural Highlights |
Gond |
Mandla, Dindori, Balaghat, Seoni |
Renowned for Gond art, music, and eco-living |
Baiga |
Mandla, Dindori, Anuppur |
Known for tattoos, forest-based life, and herbal knowledge |
Bhil |
Jhabua, Alirajpur, Dhar, Barwani |
Known for Bhil paintings, archery, and folk dances |
Korku |
Betul, Khandwa, Hoshangabad |
Known for sustainable farming and oral storytelling |
Sahariya |
Shivpuri, Sheopur |
Forest dwellers; known for hand-made items and woodcraft |
Kol & Bhariya |
Rewa, Satna, Shahdol |
Ancient tribes with a distinct dance and folklore tradition |