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Paatalkot Valley

  • 30 Sep 2025
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Source: PIB

First Health Centre was inaugurated in the remote tribal valley of Paatalkot in Chhindwara district (MP), marking a significant step towards last-mile delivery of government services.

Paatalkot Valley

  • About: It is a horseshoe-shaped valley of 79 sq km surrounded by hills. 
  • Geology: The valley features ancient rocks from the Archaean era (around 2500 million years old). The rock composition includes:
    • Granite gneiss, green schists, and quartz.
    • Gondwana sediments like conglomerate sandstone, shales, and carbonaceous shales.
    • Shilajit, a composite carbon substance, is found in patches in the upper zones.
  • Culture & Tourism: It hosts an annual Satpuda Adventure Sports Festival in October, promoting tourism and local engagement.

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