Chhattisgarh is known for its distinctive arts and crafts that mirror simplicity and traditions of the

state and its people. They are one of the most interesting aspect of the State's offerings. The hand
printing is generally done with the natural vegetable dye extracted from ail, found in the forest of
Bastar. These fabrics include cotton saris – well-known as Bastar Kosa Saree, dress materials and
drapes. Some Famous Art Forms of Chattisgarh are -

 BAMBOO ART

Bamboo thickets are common sight in the State and tribals of Chhattisgarh have been putting
their craftsmanship to work. Craftsmanship of Chhattisgarh tribals can be seen from varying
articles of craft produce they make out of bamboo. Articles for daily as well as decorative use are
produced by these artisans. It is mostly practised in Bilaspur.

 BELL METAL (DHOKRA)

Ambikapur City of Chhattisgarh is popular for crafting bell metal handicrafts using brass, and
bronze. Tribes like ‘Ghawas’ of Ambikapur mainly practice this art form, also known as Dhokra
art. This is done with lost wax technique or hollow casting.

 TERRACOTTA

Like in many other states, Terracotta has found a place in the handicrafts created by
Chhattisgarh. Terracotta pottery represents the rituals and customs of tribal life in the state and
symbolizes their emotions. It is famous in Raigarh District.

 WOOD CRAFT

The woodcarving art has been flourishing in Chhattisgarh from time immemorial and
one can find beautifully carved wooden products designed by the craftsman of the
State. The skillful craftsmen of the State carve beautiful wooden Ceilings, doors,
lintels etc. using different kinds of wood like shisham, teak, dhudi, sal and kikar. The
craftsmen also make pipes, masks, doors, window frames and sculptures.

Population of Given Districts is represented in The following Pie chart –

INFORMATION ABOUT POPULATION :–

1. Bastar District - 8.35 lakhs

2. Bilaspur District - 16.32 lakhs
3. Ambikapur City - 1.15 lakhs
4. Raigarh District - 14.93 lakhs
 Population (in lakhs) & their Art Forms

Wood Craft
Bastar (8.35)
Terracotta Bilaspur (16.32)
Ambikapur (1.15)
Raigarh (14.93)

Bamboo craft
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