Sheopur is located at northern part of Madhya
Pradesh. The district is well connected by Road & Railways network. Some of the main
locations are Vijaypur, Karahal and Baroda. Major tourist attraction is Palpur (kuno)
wildlife sanctuary. The well-known Kaketa reservoir is located in this district. The art
of woodcarving has flourished in district Sheopur and the beautifully embellished wooden
ceilings, doors and lintels with finely carved designs are silent testimonials of its
glory. The wood carvers of Sheopur, with great sensitivity and skill transform different
varieties of wood. The crafts persons of Sheopur make pipes, masks, toys, doors, stands,
windows, wooden memorials, flower vases, bedposts and cradle posts etc.
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