Persons                8,479,562                       Decadal Growth 1991 - 2001:
   Males                   4,316,401                          Persons:   (+) 19.20 %                                      
   Females                4,163,161                         Males    :   (+) 17.47 %
                                                                      Females:   (+) 21.06 %                                
                                     Sex Ratio: 964
Population (0 - 6 years):
                                                       Decadal Growth 1991 - 2001:
   Persons                1,319,393          Persons   :       15.56 %
   Males                      692,272          Males      :       16.04 %
   Females                   627,121         Females   :      15.06 %
    
                                       Sex Ratio: 906

                          Total Geographical information

                                Total area: 51,125 km²
 
1. Hill Area                     : 92.57%
2. Plain Area                  : 7.43%
3. Area Covered By Forest: 63%
3. Longitude 77° 34' 27" East to 81° 02' 22" E
4. Latitude 28° 53' 24" North to 31° 27' 50" N
5. Male                       : % 51.91
6. Female                   : % 48.81
7. Rural Population     : 76.90 %
8. Urban Population    : 23.10 %
9. Literacy Rate         : 65%
10 .Villages               : 15620
11. Cities and Urban Areas: 81
                              Wild resources
(I)        Tiger        2003 245
(ii)        Leopard 2003 2090
(iii)       Elephant 2002 1582
(iv)       Chital  2001 35000
(v)        Musk Dear 2001 160
(vi)       Himalayan Black Bear   2001 375

          Major Peaks (height in m above sea level)
    
                          Gauri Parvat (6590)
                                Gangotri (6614)
                          Panch Chhuli (6910)
                            Nanda Devi (7816)
                              Nanda Kot (6861,
                                    Kamet (7756)
                               Badrinath (7140)
                                    Trishul (7120)
                           Chaukhamba (7138)
                                  Dunagiri (7066)

                             Major Passes
                               Mana (5450)
                            Nitipass (5070)
                           Lipulekh (5122)
                     LumpiaDhura (5650
                                 Water resources
1. The Ganga& its tributaries.
2. The Yamuna its tributaries. 
District Wise Distribution of Population:
Distt Total Population  Rural population  Urban Population  % of urban population
Almora  6,30,446 5,76,497 53,949 8.5
Bageshwar  2,49,453 2,41,650 7,803 3.1
Nanital  7,62,912 4,93,126 2,69,786 35.3
U.S. Nagar  12,34,548 8,31,407 4,03,141 32.6
Pithoragarh  4,62,149 4,06,025 56,124 12.1
Champawat  2,24,461 1,91,727 32,734 17.0
Uttarkashi  2,94,179 2,71,255 22,924 7.8
Chamoli 3,69,198 3,19,613 49,585 13.4
Rudrprayag  2,27,461 2,24,740 2,721 1.1
Tehri 6,04,608 5,46,133 58,475 9.6
Dehra Dun  12,79,083 6,01,965 6,77,118 52.9
Pauri  6,96,851 6,06,629 90,222 13.0
Haridwar  14,44,213 9,98,550 4,45,663 30.8
                                                                           Source: Directorate of Planning
All above information about state natural resources clearly indicating towards nature’s supported environment in all sphere of life in Uttranchal.  It was the part of one of largest Indian state Uttar Pradesh in that era it could not get its share in development as it’s deserved because than political power houses were in plains. But injustice done in past with this hilly land popularly called dev bhomi could be its future, unexplored hydro capacity, hydro-power &virgin pollution free environment, which will be the future high demands commodities in our world. The state has hydro initials of two Major Rivers of nation namely Ganges (Gangotri) and Yamuna (Yamunotri), which are being joined by their tributaries all across the state making this mountainous land, high rich in hydrological resources. In hydro power, it has potential to 15000 Mega watts out of this only 1248MW is explored to date. Pollution level in cities& towns are on high ends in all across the nation, people in future will find difficulty to get pollution free environment around them. Then virgin Uttranchal will be solace place for pollution’s hunted people of nation. To achieve that status in coming era Uttranchal needs followings.
1. Controlled population. As population table shows that 46.69%of Uttranchalis lived in three terrain districts: Haridwar, Dehradun &Uddam Singh nagar, which amounted 16.6% of total area of state. So development to all but little disturbance in natural harmony should be basis of state policies planners.   
2. Special industrials zones. It will limit the pollution prone area in state.
3. Multi levels mini environment friendly hydro power projects. To use threshold level of every natural water resources in the state.
4. Preservation of forests.
5. Keep rivers pollution free. This should be the main agendas of uttranchal for future status in water austerities world.
Uttranchal needs only stick to its rich environmental heritage and try to make all around development keeping coordination with nature, not running after urban centric & blind folded industrialization. The nature has created this holly land to serve special role in future polluted situations.
                                                                              Ms.Prabha                
                                                                     Senior correspondent
                                                                      abcnewsnetwork.com                                      
                                                               e-mail:prabhaabcnews@yahoo.co.in

But whose survival is natural selection concerned with? Is it the survival of the individual? Of the species? Of the habitat or ecosystem? These three - individual, species, habitat - are not necessarily compatible or mutually reinforcing in their goals and actions.

If we set aside the dewy-eyed arguments of altruism, we are compelled to accept that individual survival sometimes threatens and endangers the survival of the species (for instance, if the individual is sick, weak, or evil). As every environmental scientist can attest, the thriving of some species puts at risk the existence of whole habitats and ecological niches and leads other species to extinction.

To prevent the potential excesses of egotistic self-propagation, survival is self-limiting and self-regulating. Consider epidemics: rather than go on forever, they abate after a certain number of hosts have been infected. It is a kind of Nash equilibrium. Macroevolution (the coordinated emergence of entire groups of organisms) trumps microevolution (the selective dynamics of species, races, and subspecies) every time.

This delicate and self-correcting balance between the needs and pressures of competing populations is manifest even in the single organism or species. Different parts of the phenotype invariably develop at different rates, thus preventing an all-out scramble for resources and maladaptive changes. This is known as "mosaic evolution". It is reminiscent of the "invisible hand of the market" that allegedly allocates resources optimally among various players and agents.

Moreover, evolution favors organisms whose rate of reproduction is such that their populations expand to no more than the number of individuals that the habitat can support (the habitat's carrying capacity). These are called K-selection species, or K-strategists and are considered the poster children of adaptation.

Live and let live is what evolution is all about - not the law of the jungle. The survival of all the species that are fit to survive is preferred to the hegemony of a few rapacious, highly-adapted, belligerent predators. Nature is about compromise, not about conquest.

A great green wedding

Dressed in white can have a green twist. There are a number of ways to make your perfect day as environmentally friendly as possible. Here are some important ideas to consider for a great green wedding:

Invitations - everyone knows that the right paper stock is one of the most important decisions you can make when it comes to pre wedding day planning. But instead of going for a heavy card stock with environmentally damaging gloss or matte, consider if you need to have paper invitations at all!

Many wedding websites have sprung up to allow couples to plan their day and give guests all the information they need in paper saving electronic format. Couples can upload photos, tell their special story and direct guests to their registry on line. Many also have an RSVP feature so you can manage your list with a few clicks of the mouse. You and your mother can argue over background colours and menu patterns to your hearts 'content!

Dress - The right dress makes the memories. That doesn't mean you need to spend a small fortune (not to mention create a heavy environmental cost) with a tailor made piece that will just sit in your wardrobe for years to come. Consider vintage pieces or family pieces, there is nothing more sentimental to your mother, than walking down the aisle in same dress she wore back in the day. (You can tailor and amend it to suit your own taste and fashion of course!) Meanwhile, some companies create beautiful custom made pieces from sustainable fabrics , such as hemp, bamboo or organic cotton. Some even "upcycle" older gowns.

Gifts - Do you really want to face the possibility of ending up with two chip dippers or a variety of toasters that you'll have some trouble returning? You can use your special day to promote some well deserving charities and eco causes. Ask your guests to make a donation to your favourite in lieu of presents, then you can be sure you're getting the exact model of kettle you want!

Flowers - Consider the season when picking your flower arrangements. Out of season arrangements are often shipped from overseas adding to miles and emissions. There are also a number of issues regarding the ethics of the cut flower industry, with many sources citing cheap labour and unfair work conditions. Australia is abundant with beautiful species of wattles, banksias and colourful kangaroo paws for a truly unique look. Better yet, go organic!

Food - Organic caterers are all the rage. They provide some of the best food that you know is pesticide free and delightfully delicious. Look for a baker that uses organic eggs and flour and other sustainable ingredients.

Venue and transport - Pick a venue that's easy to get to and encourage your guests to carpool, or better yet, provide some shuttle bus transport yourself. Having the reception in the same place as the ceremony also cuts down on travel and emissions.

Rings - Eco is a girl's best friend. Lots of great companies "up cycle" jewellery from older pieces. Take in an old family heirloom and have it recrafted to create your own one of a kind piece.

Find more green wedding ideas from the Green Pages, Australia's number one green directory.

About the Author:

Australia's number one green directory and environmental news source at www.thegreenpages.com.au

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - A Great Green Wedding