Village Dobha, located in Umaria district, lies in the Baghelkhand cultural region and is situated just 7 km from the Tala Gate of Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, making it an ideal destination for nature and rural tourism. Surrounded by forests and rolling hills, the village offers a peaceful environment with rich natural beauty. The local community primarily depends on agriculture and collection of forest produce, especially Mahua. The village is also home to the Baiga tribal community, known for its traditional knowledge of medicinal plants and forest-based living.

A three-day stay in Dobha allows visitors to experience the region's wildlife, tribal culture, and rural lifestyle.

Major Tourist Attractions

Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve (Tala Gate) – 7 km

Tala Fort – 7 km

Forest landscapes and nature trails around Dobha

Proposed Village Experiences

Forest and village walks with the Baiga community

Bird watching and nature interpretation

Farm activities, cattle milking, and traditional tribal cuisine

Traditional village games and interaction with local families

Folk performances including Saila and Karma dance, Phagua songs, Ramleela, and music using Toomba and Algoja

Local delicacies such as Gulgula, Parampuri, Mahua Thera, Mahua/Kaddu Kheer, and Chila

Local Handicrafts
Visitors can purchase handcrafted wooden flutes and other locally made utility and decorative products.

Promotion of Dobha as a tourism village will complement the Bandhavgarh tourism circuit by encouraging longer tourist stays while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for the local community through responsible tourism.

How to reach:

By Flight -: Dumna Airport, Jabalpur 229 km

By Train -:  Umaria Railway Station at 63 Km 

By Bus -: Nearest Bus Stand/ Station is Tala at 10 km 

By Road -: Well connected to the State and National Highway