Encyclopaedia on India

  Introduction The Bhima River is one of the most significant tributaries of the Krishna River, playing a vital role in the geography, ecology, and culture of southern India. Rising from the Bhimashankar Hills near Karjat on the western side of the Western Ghats at an altitude of about 945 meters above sea level, the river is locally known as Sahyadri in Maharashtra. Flowing southeast for nearly 861 kilometers, the Bhima traverses the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana, nourishing fertile lands and sustaining millions of people along its course. Course of the Bhima River The Bhima River originates near the Bhimashankar Temple in Ambegaon Taluka, Pune district, within The Lush Bhimashankar Wildlife Sanctuary . Early in its journey, it enters Khed Taluka and is joined by the Aria River, which flows into the Chas Kaman Reservoir. Moving further, the Bhima forms the boundary between Haveli Taluka to the south and Shirur Taluka to the north. Continuing its southeast...

Introduction Belgaum district, officially known as Belagavi, is one of the most prominent districts in the state of Karnataka, India. The administrative headquarters is located in the city of Belgaum, a vibrant urban center with historical significance and modern infrastructure. The district comprises 10 talukas, with Athani being the largest (1,995.70 sq km) and Raybag the smallest (958.8 sq km). Belgaum is divided into three revenue sub-divisions and six police sub-divisions, forming part of the Belgaum division, which also includes Bagalkot, Haveri, Gadag, Uttara Kannada, Bijapur, and Dharwad. History of Belgaum District Belgaum History dates back to the 2nd century when it was ruled by the Shatavahanas. Over time, it came under the dominion of various dynasties including the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kadambas, and later the Ratta dynasty, which established Belgaum as its capital between 1210 and 1250 AD. The Rattas were followed by the Yadavas of Devagiri, and subsequently, t...