Anuppur district is located in north-eastern Madhya Pradesh and was formed on 15 August 2003 from Shahdol district. It covers an area of 3,746.71 sq. km and is mainly hilly, with beautiful mixed forests. The Narmada, Son, and Juhila rivers originate in the Maikal hills. The district borders parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
The tribal people of Anuppur lead a simple life. They live in houses made of mud, bamboo, straw, and local tiles. Men traditionally wear dhotis and headgear, while women wear sarees called Kaansh sarees. They also wear ornaments made of bamboo, seeds, and metals.
