Folk Dances of India (State-wise List)
Folk Dances of India
Table of Contents
- India is a land of diverse cultures and traditions. Indian folk and tribal dances are simple and is the common possession of a group of people or a particular locality or Community.
- Folk and tribal dances of India, are performed on special occasions, such as harvesting, planting, marriages and religious holidays etc., the villagers gather and sing and dance, accompanying themselves on a variety of folk instruments.
- Every part of India has its unique folk dance, which isn’t as complex as the classical form of dance but, in its simplicity, it reflects the deep-sited beliefs of their people.
- On most occasions dancers sing themselves, accompanied by artists with instruments. Each variety of Folk Dance encompasses a specific costume & rhythm and some costumes are very colourful with extensive jewels and style.
- It is impossible to cover all the folk dances of a country as vast as India, but here we offer a few that we have chosen for their popularity or originality. Here is the List of various State and folk dances which help in various examinations like UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Bank Exams etc.
To read about Classical Dances of India – Click Here.
Statewise List of Folk Dances of India
List of Folk Dances of India
Below Statewise list of Folk Dances of India is given. Famous Dances are highlighted.
|
State/UTs |
Tribal & Folk Dances |
|
Andhra Pradesh |
Burrakatha, Veeranatyam, Butta Bommalu, Tappeta Gullu, Dhimsa, Kolattam, Kuchipudi, Andhra Natyam, Veeranatyam |
|
Arunachal |
Lion and Peacock dance, Chalo, Popir, Bardo Chham, Aji Lamu |
|
Assam |
Bihu, Bohuwa, Bagurumba, Bhortal, Jhumur, , Naga dance, Tabal Chongli, Ojapali, Natpuja |
|
Bihar |
Bidesia, Jat-Jatin, Jhijhia, Jumari, Kajari, Sohar-Khilouna, Fagua, Domkach, Paika |
|
Chhattisgarh |
Pandwani, Raut Nacha, Sua Nacha, Panthi, Karma, Chandaini |
|
Goa |
Mandi, Dalo, Diwli Nach, Ghode Modni, Goff, Mando, Dekhni |
|
Gujarat |
Dandiya Raas, Garba, Raas, Tippani, Bhavai, Vincchudo, Hudo, Dangi Nritya |
|
Haryana |
Jhumar, Ras Leela, Dhamal , Manjira, Ghoomar, Dhamal, Phag |
|
Himachal |
Kullu Natti, Thoda, Dandras, Ghuregi, Jhora, Jhali, Jhora, |
|
Jammu |
Rouf, Kud, Dumhal, Bhand Pather, Bachha Nagma, Hafiza, Bhand Jashan, Wuegi-Nachun |
|
Jharkhand |
Karma, Alkap, Paika, Phagua, Hunta Dance, Mundari Dance |
|
Karnataka |
Yakshagana, Bayalata, Kunitha, Kodagu, Bolak-aat, Simha Nutrya, Dollu Kunitha, Veeragase |
|
Kerala |
Thirvathirakali, Kolkali, Ottamthullal, Koodiyattam, Chakyar Koothu, Theyyam |
|
Lakshadweep |
Lava |
|
Madhya |
Matki, Gangaur, Badhai, Baredi, Naurata, Ahirai, Bhagoria |
|
Maharashtra |
Lavani, Nakata, Dhangari Gaja, Dindi and Kala, Tamasha |
|
Manipur |
Thang ta, Dhol cholom, Lai Haraoba |
|
Meghalaya |
Ka Shad, Suk Mynsiem, Nongkrem, Laho. |
|
Mizoram |
Khuallam, Cheraw(Bamboo Dance), Sarlamkai/Solakia |
|
Nagaland |
Rangma, Bamboo Dance, Zeliang, Nsuirolians, Gethinglim, Temangnetin, Hetaleulee. |
|
Odisha |
Chhow, Chaitighoda, Danda Nata, Changu, Karma |
|
Puducherry |
Garadi |
|
Punjab |
Bhangra, Giddha, Jhumar, Luddi, Dankara, Daff, Dhaman |
|
Rajasthan |
Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, Kathputli, Bhopa, Chang, Teratali, Ghindr, Kachchhighori, Tejaji |
|
Sikkim |
Chu Faat , Singhi Chaam, Yak Chaam, Tashi Yangku, Khukuri Naach, Maruni |
|
Tamil Nadu |
MayilAttam, Bommalattam, Kummi, Kai Silambu Attam |
|
Telangana |
Perini Thandavam, Lambadi, Dappu, Bonalu Dance |
|
Tripura |
Bizu, Lebang Boomani, Garia, Hai Hak, Jhum, Sangrai – Mog |
|
Uttar Pradesh |
Nautanki, Chholia, Raslila, Khyal, Ramlila, Naqal, Svanga, Kajri, Jhora |
|
Uttarakhand |
Barada Nati, Bhotiya, Chancheri, Chhapeli, Choliya Dance |
|
West Bengal |
Jatra, Kathi, Marasia, Mahal, Keertan. |
So, this is all about the Different types of Dance forms of India, i.e. Folk Dances of India.
If you liked the article, do comment a word of appreciation and follow us for more such content.
You May Also Like –
