Rewa district facts for kids
Chunari is a small but interesting place located in the Rewa district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It's part of the Teonthar area. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
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Where is Chunari?
Chunari is found in the Teonthar Tehsil, which is a smaller administrative division within the Rewa District. The Rewa District is part of the Rewa Division in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
- State: Madhya Pradesh
- District: Rewa
- Tehsil: Teonthar
- Division: Rewa
The area is about 135 meters (around 443 feet) above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's still above the ocean.
Language and Time
People in Chunari mostly speak Hindi, which is written using the Devanagari script. Some people also speak Dravidian languages or Agariya. India uses Indian Standard Time (IST), which is UTC+5:30.
Local Leaders and Government
Chunari is part of a larger political system that helps manage the area.
- Assembly Constituency: Teonthar assembly constituency
* The current Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) for this area is Shyam Lal Dwivedi. An MLA represents the people of their area in the state government.
- Lok Sabha Constituency: Rewa parliamentary constituency
* The Member of Parliament (MP) for this area is Janardan Mishra. An MP represents the people of their area in the national government.
- Village Head: The local village head, also known as the Sarpanch, is Munsee Lal Singh, who is also called Dada. The Sarpanch is a very important local leader who helps manage village affairs.
The area around Teonthar Tehsil is divided into two main parts for local administration:
- Teonthar Nagar Panchayat, with a population of about 17,039 people.
- Chakghat Nagar Panchayat, with a population of about 10,678 people.
Interesting Places and History
Chunari and the surrounding Teonthar area have some interesting spots and stories.
Adhgadh Nath Dham Mandir
There is a famous temple called Adhgadh Nath Dham Mandir. It's a tourist spot and is dedicated to Lord Mahadev. People celebrate a festival called "Pus Maah Ters" there, which is a special time for Lord Mahadev.
Connection to Freedom Fighters
The area also has some mysteries and stories related to India's fight for independence. There are tales about the Thakur family, especially Rameshwar Prasad Singh. He was a freedom fighter and was known to be a close friend of Mahatma Gandhi, a very important leader in India's independence movement. These stories connect Chunari to a significant part of Indian history.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Rewa para niños
