The study area falls under the survey of India toposheet 64F/2, 64 F/6, 64 F/9 (Dindori), 64 F/10 (Anuppur) and is situated partly in the Anuppur and Dindori district of the Madhya Pradesh which covers an area of approximately 1350 sq km (Fig 2.1). The study area falls between the longitudes of 81°10' to 81°50' and latitudes of 22°25' to 23°00'.The Anuppur district came into existence on 15th August 2003, by reorganization of Shahdol district and is a part of Shahdol division. Dindori district, formerly known as Ramgarh District and is part of Jabalpur Division. Anuppur and dindori is one of the tribal district of Madhya Pradesh. The pilgrim site Amarkantak falls under the study area and is located at 22.67°N, 81.75°E location. The area is characterized by high altitudes, steep slopes, high rainfall and dense forest cover. The Amarkantak hill with maximum elevation of 1180 m is located on northeastern margin of the Deccan Traps and is the source of almighty river Narmada.