HILLY STATE TRIPURA – SHORT NOTES with IMPORTANT MCQ

HILLY STATE TRIPURA – SHORT NOTES

Prepared by Mithun Sir @SMDN Tutorial 

 

Tripura is a small hilly state of India located in the north-eastern region. The total geographical area of Tripura is 10,491 sq. km. Its north–south extension is about 184 km and east–west extension is about 113 km. According to historians, the name Tripura originated from King Tripura of the Chandra Dynasty.

 

The capital of Tripura is Agartala. The average height of the state from sea level is about 1280 meters. Tripura lies between 22°56′ N to 24°32′ N latitude and 91°10′ E to 92°22′ E longitude. The Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N) passes through the state.

 

Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides (north, west and south) with an international boundary of about 839 km. In the east, Tripura is connected with Assam (53 km) and Mizoram (109 km).

 

Physiographic Divisions

 

Tripura is divided into three physiographic regions:

 

1. Hilly Region – Five major hill ranges: Baramura-Deotamura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Sakhantang and Jampui. Hence Tripura is called the “Land of Five Hills.”

·          Longest hill range: Atharamura (106 km)

·          Highest hill range: Jampui

·          Highest peak: Betlingshib (939 m)

 

2. Undulating Highland and Valleys – Flat-topped uplands called Tilla and narrow valleys called Lunga.

 

3. Alluvial Plain Region – Found mainly in the north, south-west and south. Rivers like Gomati, Haora, Khowai and Feni flow through these plains.

 

Rivers

·          North-flowing rivers: Manu, Dhalai, Khowai, Langai, Juri, Muhuri, Deo

·          West-flowing rivers: Gomati, Haora, Feni

·          Largest river: Gomati

·          Longest river: Manu 

 

Climate

Tripura has a Tropical Monsoon Climate. The climate is influenced by South-West Monsoon and North-East Monsoon winds.

·          Summer temperature: 24°C – 36°C

·          Winter temperature: 13°C – 27°C

·          Rainiest month: June

·          Driest month: December

·          Average rainfall: 1811 mm – 2855 mm

 

Natural Vegetation & Wildlife

·          Important trees include Sal, Teak, Sisoo, Mahogany, Shimul, Jarul, Bamboo and Cane.

·          Major crops: Tea, Rubber, Coffee, Cashewnut, Orange.

·          Notable wildlife includes Spectacled Monkey, Gibbon, Elephant and Bison.

·          There are four wildlife sanctuaries: Sipahijala, Gomati, Trishna and Rowa.

According to the 2011 Census, Tripura’s population is about 36 lakh, and West Tripura has the highest population density due to plains, better communication, and administrative facilities.

 

ONE-LINER REVISION SHEET

 

• Tripura is a hilly state of North-East India.

• The capital of Tripura is Agartala.

• The total geographical area of Tripura is 10,491 sq km.

• Tripura’s north–south extension is 184 km.

• Tripura’s east–west extension is 113 km.

• Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides—north, west and south.

• The international border with Bangladesh is about 839 km.

• Tripura shares eastern borders with Assam (53 km) and Mizoram (109 km).

• The Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N) passes through Tripura.

• Tripura is known as the “Land of Five Hills”.

• The five hill ranges are Baramura-Deotamura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Shakhantang and Jampui.

• The longest hill range is Atharamura (106 km).

• The highest hill range is Jampui.

• The highest peak of Tripura is Betlingshib (939 m).

• Flat-topped uplands in Tripura are called Tilla.

• Narrow valleys between hills are called Lunga.

• The alluvial plains lie mainly in north, south-west and southern Tripura.

• Major river valleys include Gomati, Haora, Khowai and Feni.

• The longest river of Tripura is Gomati.

• North-flowing rivers include Manu, Dhalai, Khowai and Juri.

• West-flowing rivers include Gomati, Haora and Feni.

• The climate of Tripura is Tropical Monsoon type.

• Tripura is influenced by South-West and North-East monsoon winds.

• The rainiest month is June.

• The driest month is December.

• Tripura has four seasons—Summer, Monsoon, Autumn and Winter.

• The maximum rainfall of Tripura is about 2855 mm.

• Major plantation crops are tea, rubber and coffee.

• Important forest trees include Sal, Teak, Shishu, Mahogany, Shimul and Bamboo.

• A notable wild animal of Tripura is the Spectacled Monkey.

• Tripura has four wildlife sanctuaries—Sipahijala, Gomati, Trishna and Rowa.

• According to the 2011 Census, Tripura’s population is 36,73,917.

• West Tripura district has the highest population density.

• High population density in West Tripura is due to plains, better communication and administrative facilities.

 MCQs

 

1. Tripura is known as the —

 

A. Land of Seven Hills

B. Land of Five Hills

C. Land of Three Hills

D. Hill State of Six Hills

Ans: B

 

2. The capital city of Tripura is —

 

A. Udaipur

B. Agartala

C. Dharmanagar

D. Kailashahar

Ans: B

 

3. The total geographical area of Tripura is approximately —

 

A. 9,491 sq km

B. 10,491 sq km

C. 11,491 sq km

D. 12,491 sq km

Ans: B

 

4. Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on —

 

A. One side

B. Two sides

C. Three sides

D. Four sides

Ans: C

 

5. The Tropic of Cancer passes through Tripura at —

 

A. 22°30′ N

B. 23°00′ N

C. 23°30′ N

D. 24°30′ N

Ans: C

 

6. The longest hill range of Tripura is —

 

A. Baramura

B. Longtharai

C. Jampui

D. Atharamura

Ans: D

 

7. The highest hill range of Tripura is —

 

A. Atharamura

B. Longtharai

C. Jampui

D. Sakhanthang

Ans: C

 

8. The highest peak of Tripura is —

 

A. Jampui Peak

B. Betlingshib

C. Baramura Peak

D. Sakhanthang

Ans: B

 

9. Flat-topped uplands in Tripura are locally called —

 

A. Lunga

B. Plateau

C. Tilla

D. Doab

Ans: C

 

10. Narrow valleys between hills in Tripura are known as —

 

A. Tilla

B. Lunga

C. Bhabar

D. Khadar

Ans: B

 

11. The longest river of Tripura is —

 

A. Manu

B. Khowai

C. Gomati

D. Dhalai

Ans: A

 

12. The climate of Tripura is —

 

A. Temperate

B. Arid

C. Tropical Monsoon

D. Cold Desert

Ans: C

 

13. The monsoon wind causing maximum rainfall in Tripura is —

 

A. North-East Monsoon

B. South-West Monsoon

C. Westerlies

D. Trade Winds

Ans: B

 

14. The rainiest month of Tripura is —

 

A. May

B. June

C. July

D. August

Ans: B

 

15. The driest month of Tripura is —

 

A. November

B. October

C. January

D. December

Ans: D

 

16. Which is a major plantation crop of Tripura?

 

A. Wheat

B. Rice

C. Tea

D. Barley

Ans: C

 

17. A notable wild animal of Tripura is —

 

A. Elephant

B. Rhinoceros

C. Spectacled Monkey

D. Snow Leopard

Ans: C

 

18. Which wildlife sanctuary is located in Tripura?

 

A. Kaziranga

B. Manas

C. Sipahijala

D. Gir

Ans: C

 

19. According to the 2011 Census, the highest population density in Tripura is in —

 

A. Dhalai

B. South Tripura

C. North Tripura

D. West Tripura

Ans: D

 

20. Tripura is connected to the rest of India mainly through —

 

A. Meghalaya

B. Manipur

C. Assam and Mizoram

D. West Bengal

Ans: C

 

21. Tripura is known as the “Land of Five Hills”. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

 

A. Baramura

B. Atharamura

C. Jampui

D. Nilgiri

Ans: D

 

22. The highest peak of Tripura is:

 

A. Jampui Peak

B. Betlingshib

C. Sakhanthang

D. Longtharai

Ans: B

 

23. The Tropic of Cancer passes through Tripura at:

 

A. 22°30′ N

B. 23°00′ N

C. 23°30′ N

D. 24°00′ N

Ans: C

 

24. The longest hill range in Tripura is:

 

A. Jampui

B. Baramura

C. Atharamura

D. Longtharai

Ans: C

 

25. The longest river of Tripura is:

 

A. Manu

B. Khowai

C. Dhalai

D. Gomati

Ans: A

 

26. Flat-topped uplands in Tripura are locally known as:

 

A. Lunga

B. Tilla

C. Plateau

D. Khadar

Ans: B

 

27. Narrow valleys between hills in Tripura are called:

 

A. Tilla

B. Doab

C. Lunga

D. Bhabar

Ans: C

 

28. The climate of Tripura is:

 

A. Temperate

B. Arid

C. Tropical Monsoon

D. Cold Desert

Ans: C

 

29. Which monsoon wind causes maximum rainfall in Tripura?

 

A. North-East Monsoon

B. South-West Monsoon

C. Westerlies

D. Trade Winds

Ans: B

 

30. The rainiest month in Tripura is:

 

A. May

B. June

C. July

D. August

Ans: B

 

31. The driest month in Tripura is:

 

A. November

B. October

C. January

D. December

Ans: D

 

32. Tripura shares its eastern boundary with:

 

A. West Bengal

B. Meghalaya

C. Assam and Mizoram

D. Manipur

Ans: C

 

33. The total geographical area of Tripura is approximately:

 

A. 9,491 sq km

B. 10,491 sq km

C. 11,491 sq km

D. 12,491 sq km

Ans: B

 

34. Which wildlife sanctuary is located in Tripura?

 

A. Kaziranga

B. Manas

C. Sepahijala

D. Jim Corbett

Ans: C

 

35. A notable wild animal of Tripura is:

 

A. Rhinoceros

B. Snow Leopard

C. Spectacled Monkey

D. Lion

Ans: C

 

36. The highest population density in Tripura is found in:

 

A. Dhalai

B. South Tripura

C. North Tripura

D. West Tripura

Ans: D

 

37. The capital of Tripura is:

 

A. Udaipur

B. Dharmanagar

C. Agartala

D. Kailashahar

Ans: C

 

38. Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on:

 

A. One side

B. Two sides

C. Three sides

D. Four sides

Ans: C

 

39. Major plantation crops of Tripura are:

A. Wheat and rice

B. Tea and rubber

C. Cotton and jute

D. Sugarcane and maize

Ans: B

 

40. The hill range having the highest elevation in Tripura is:

 

A. Baramura

B. Atharamura

C. Longtharai

D. Jampui

Ans: D

 

41. Tripura is located in which part of India?

 

A. Northern India

B. Southern India

C. North-East India

D. Central India

Ans: C. North-East India

 

42. The total geographical area of Tripura is approximately:

 

A. 8,500 sq. km

B. 9,200 sq. km

C. 10,491 sq. km

D. 12,000 sq. km

Ans: C. 10,491 sq. km

 

43. The capital city of Tripura is:

 

A. Udaipur

B. Dharmanagar

C. Agartala

D. Kailashahar

Ans: C. Agartala

 

44. Tripura is surrounded by Bangladesh on how many sides?

 

A. One

B. Two

C. Three

D. Four

Ans: C. Three

 

45. The Tropic of Cancer passes through Tripura at:

 

A. 22°30′ N

B. 23°30′ N

C. 24°30′ N

D. 25°30′ N

Ans: B. 23°30′ N

 

46. Tripura is known as the “Land of Five Hills” because of:

 

A. Five rivers

B. Five districts

C. Five hill ranges

D. Five valleys

Ans: C. Five hill ranges

 

47. The highest peak of Tripura is:

 

A. Jampui

B. Atharamura

C. Betlingshib

D. Baramura

Ans: C. Betlingshib

 

48. The highest hill range of Tripura is:

 

A. Baramura

B. Longtharai

C. Atharamura

D. Jampui

Ans: D. Jampui

 

49. The longest hill range in Tripura is:

 

A. Jampui

B. Baramura

C. Atharamura

D. Sakhantang

Ans: C. Atharamura

 

50. Flat-topped uplands in Tripura are locally called:

 

A. Lunga

B. Tilla

C. Doab

D. Plateau

Ans: B. Tilla

 

51. Narrow valleys between two hills in Tripura are called:

 

A. Tilla

B. Khadar

C. Lunga

D. Bhabar

Ans: C. Lunga

 

52. The largest river of Tripura is:

 

A. Manu

B. Khowai

C. Gomati

D. Dhalai

Ans: C. Gomati

 

53. Manu River originates from which hill range?

 

A. Jampui

B. Atharamura

C. Sakhantang

D. Longtharai

Ans: C. Sakhantang

 

54. The climate of Tripura is:

 

A. Arid

B. Temperate

C. Tropical Monsoon

D. Cold Desert

Ans: C. Tropical Monsoon

 

55. The rainiest month in Tripura is:

 

A. April

B. May 

C. June

D. August

Ans: C. June

 

56. The driest month in Tripura is:

 

A. January

B. February

C. November

D. December

Ans: D. December

 

57. Which monsoon wind brings maximum rainfall to Tripura?

 

A. North-East Monsoon

B. South-West Monsoon

C. Westerlies

D. Trade Winds

Ans: B. South-West Monsoon

 

58. Major economic crops of Tripura include:

 

A. Wheat and rice

B. Tea and rubber

C. Cotton and jute

D. Sugarcane and maize

Ans: B. Tea and rubber

 

59. A notable wild animal of Tripura is:

 

A. Lion

B. Tiger

C. Spectacled Monkey

D. Camel

Ans: C. Spectacled Monkey

 

60. How many wildlife sanctuaries are there in Tripura?

 

A. Two

B. Three

C. Four

D. Five

Ans: C. Four

 

61. Which of the following is a wildlife sanctuary of Tripura?

 

A. Kaziranga

B. Manas

C. Sipahijala

D. Bandipur

Ans: C. Sipahijala

 

62. According to the 2011 Census, the population of Tripura is about:

 

A. 25 lakh

B. 30 lakh

C. 36 lakh

D. 45 lakh

Ans: C. 36 lakh

 

63. Which district has the highest population density in Tripura?

 

A. South Tripura

B. Dhalai

C. North Tripura

D. West Tripura

Ans: D. West Tripura

 

64. The high population density of West Tripura is mainly due to:

 

A. Hilly terrain

B. Dense forests

C. Alluvial plains and urban facilities

D. Desert land

Ans: C. Alluvial plains and urban facilities

 

65. Tripura shares its eastern border with:

 

A. West Bengal

B. Meghalaya

C. Assam and Mizoram

D. Manipur

Ans: C. Assam and Mizoram

 

One Liner Question and Answers 

 

1. The highest peak in Tripura is –

Ans: Betlingshib

 

2. The climate of Tripura is –

Ans:  Tropical Monsoon type

 

3. According to area Tripura is the –

Ans: Fourth smallest state of India

 

4. The total number of districts in Tripura is –

Ans:  8

 

5. Tripura shares land boundary with Bangladesh of –

Ans: 839 km

 

6. The North–South extension of Tripura is –

Ans: 184 km

 

7. The East–West extension of Tripura is –

Ans: 113 km

 

8. The highest mountain range in Tripura is –

Ans:  Jampui

 

9. The valley between Longtharai and Atharamura hills is –

Ans: Kamalpur

 

10. The valley between Atharamura and Baramura hills is –

Ans:  Khowai

 

11. The valley between Sakhantang and Longtharai hills is –

Ans: Kailasahar

 

12. The longest river of Tripura is –

Ans: Manu

 

13. Manu river originates from –

Ans: Shakhantang Mountains

 

14. A natural lake of Tripura is –

Ans: Rudrasagar

 

15. Narrow valley between two hills is called –

Ans:  Lunga

 

16. A notable wild animal of Tripura is –

Ans: Spectacled Monkey

 

17. The season that arrives with monsoonal wind –

Ans:  Rainy season

 

18. The Tropic of Cancer is located at –

Ans: 23°30′ North Latitude

 

19. Population density of Tripura (2011)?

Ans: About 350 persons per sq. km.

 

20. Sex ratio of Tripura (2011)?

Ans: 960 females per 1000 males.

 

21. Which latitude passes through Tripura?

Ans: The Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N).

 

22. What is the capital of Tripura?

Ans: Agartala.

 

23. Which is the highest mountain range of Tripura?

Ans: Jampui Hill Range.

 

24. Which winds affect the climate of Tripura?

Ans: South-West and North-East monsoon winds.

 

25. What is the total population of Tripura (2011 Census)?

Ans: About 36 lakh.

 

26. Name two deciduous plants of Tripura.

Ans: Sal and Teak.

 

27. Name important rivers of Tripura.

Ans: Gomati and Manu.

 

28. Dumboor Falls is located on which river?

Ans: Gomati River.

 

29. Which wind causes monsoon rainfall in Tripura?

Ans: South-West Monsoon wind.

 

30. How long does the monsoon season last in Tripura?

Ans: About four months.

 

31. How many major seasons are there in Tripura?

Ans: Four seasons.

 

32. Which is the shortest season in Tripura?

Ans: Autumn.

 

33. Why is winter severe in the eastern hills?

Ans: Due to high altitude and hilly terrain.

 

34. In which season is high pressure observed?

Ans: Winter season.

 

35. In which sanctuary are elephants found?

Ans: Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary.

 

36. In which sanctuary is bison found?

Ans: Gomati Wildlife Sanctuary.

 

37. Name some common plants of Tripura.

Ans: Sal, Bamboo, Shimul.

 

38. Female population per 1000 males in Tripura?

Ans: About 960.

 

39. Literacy rate of Tripura?

Ans: About 87%.

 

LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS (2–3 MARKS)

 

1. Why is population density highest in West Tripura?

 

Answer: West Tripura has the highest population density because it has extensive alluvial plains suitable for settlement and agriculture. The capital Agartala is located here, providing better education, employment, industries, transportation, and administrative facilities.

 

2. Which state is called the “Land of Five Hills” and why?

 

Answer: Tripura is called the “Land of Five Hills” because it has five major hill ranges—Baramura-Deotamura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Sakhantang and Jampui.

 

3. Describe the natural vegetation of Tripura.

 

Answer: Tripura has tropical evergreen and deciduous forests. Important trees include Sal, Teak, Sisoo, Mahogany, Shimul and Bamboo. Rubber and tea plantations are also common.

 

4. Describe the wildlife of Tripura.

 

Answer: Tripura is rich in wildlife. Important animals include Spectacled Monkey, Gibbon, Elephant, Bison and Deer. Many migratory birds are also found here.

 

5. Name the notable rivers of Tripura.

 

Answer: Gomati, Manu, Khowai, Haora, Dhalai and Feni are the major rivers of Tripura.

 

6. How do monsoon winds affect the climate of Tripura?

 

Answer: The South-West monsoon brings heavy rainfall, while the North-East monsoon influences winter conditions. These winds control temperature and rainfall patterns.

 

7. Write the climatic features of Tripura.

 

Answer: Tripura has a warm, humid tropical monsoon climate with high rainfall, hot summers and mild winters.

 

8. Name the wildlife sanctuaries and animals found there.

 

Answer: 

Trishna – Elephant

Gomati – Bison

Sipahijala – Birds and Deer

Rowa – Small mammals

 

9. Population of Tripura (2011) and reason for rapid growth.

 

Answer: The population is about 36 lakh. Rapid growth occurred mainly due to migration after independence, especially during the partition period.

 

10. Write briefly about the tribal people of Tripura.

 

Answer: Major tribes include Tripuri, Reang, Jamatia and Chakma. They depend on agriculture, forest products and have rich cultural traditions.

 

 11. Location of Tripura

 

Tripura is a hilly state of North-East India. It is surrounded by Bangladesh on the north, west and south, and shares borders with Assam and Mizoram in the east.

 

12. Area and Extent of Tripura

 

The total area of Tripura is 10,491 sq. km. Its north–south extension is about 184 km and east–west extension is about 113 km.

 

13. Capital of Tripura

 

The capital of Tripura is Agartala, which is also the administrative, cultural and economic centre of the state.

 

14. Origin of the Name “Tripura”

 

According to historians, the name Tripura originated from King Tripura of the Chandra Dynasty.

 

15. Latitude and Longitude of Tripura

 

Tripura lies between 22°56′ N to 24°32′ N latitude and 91°10′ E to 92°22′ E longitude. The Tropic of Cancer (23°30′ N) passes through the state.

 

16. Physiographic Divisions of Tripura

 

Tripura is divided into three physiographic regions:

Hilly region, Undulating highland with valleys (Tilla–Lunga), and Alluvial plains.

 

17. Why Tripura is called the “Land of Five Hills”?

 

Tripura is called the “Land of Five Hills” because it has five major hill ranges—Baramura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Sakhantang and Jampui.

 

18. Highest Hill Peak of Tripura

 

The highest hill peak of Tripura is Betlingshib, located in the Jampui hill range. Its height is 939 meters.

 

19. Hill Ranges of Tripura

 

The major hill ranges of Tripura are Baramura-Deotamura, Atharamura, Longtharai, Sakhantang and Jampui.

 

20. Meaning of Tilla and Lunga

 

In Tripura, flat-topped uplands are called Tilla and the narrow valleys between hills are known as Lunga.

 

21. Rivers of Tripura

 

Important rivers of Tripura include Gomati, Manu, Khowai, Haora and Dhalai. The Gomati is the longest river.

 

22. Climate of Tripura

 

Tripura has a tropical monsoon climate. The climate is influenced by South-West and North-East monsoon winds.

 

23. Seasons of Tripura

 

There are four seasons in Tripura—Summer, Monsoon, Autumn and Winter.

 

24. Temperature of Tripura

 

The summer temperature ranges from 24°C to 36°C, while winter temperature varies between 13°C and 27°C.

 

25. Rainfall in Tripura

 

The rainiest month of Tripura is June and the driest month is December. Average annual rainfall ranges from 1811 mm to 2855 mm.

 

26. Natural Vegetation of Tripura

 

Tripura has tropical evergreen and deciduous forests. Important trees are Sal, Teak, Sisoo, Shimul and Bamboo.

 

27. Economic Crops of Tripura

 

Major economic crops of Tripura include Tea, Rubber, Coffee, Cashewnut and Orange.

 

28. Wildlife of Tripura

 

Tripura is rich in wildlife. Notable animals include Spectacled Monkey, Gibbon, Elephant and Bison.

 

29. Wildlife Sanctuaries of Tripura

 

The four wildlife sanctuaries of Tripura are Sipahijala, Gomati, Trishna and Rowa.