This area is surrounded by Kaimur hills to the south [5] Vindhyachal ranges pass through the middle of the district.

Baghel Dynasty was founded by Bhimaldev (son of Vyaghradev, the chieftain of Vyaghrapalli) in 1236 CE.

In the context of the 1857 Indian Rebellion, the princely state of Rewa played a significant role, but a controversial one.

Thakur Ranmat Singh, a notable leader from Mankhari village in Satna district, emerged as a key figure in the uprising within the region.

Holding the rank of Sardar in the Maharaja of Rewa's service, Thakur Ranmat Singh became increasingly discontented with British interference, particularly by the Resident Political Agent, Willoughby Osborne.

[10] Inspired by the rebellion's broader momentum, Ranmat Singh led a formidable group of 2,000 rebels, besieging Osborne's bungalow.

Although Osborne escaped, the rebels continued their struggle, engaging in multiple battles across areas like Nagod, Bhilsain, Chitrakoot, Nowgong, and Keoti.

[13] [14][15] This betrayal by the Rewa state highlights the complexities and internal conflicts during the 1857 Rebellion, where loyalty and resistance often intertwined in the fight against colonial rule.

Rewa Municipal Corporation has total administration over 45,275 houses to which it supplies basic amenities like water and sewerage.

It is also authorize to build roads within Municipal Corporation limits and impose taxes on properties coming under its jurisdiction.

The palace complex contained many buildings and temples, and at one time housed Mohan, the first white tiger found in India.

[26] Bansagar Dam provides sufficient amount of water for irrigation, due to which progress has been seen in the field of agriculture.

[27] The district exports fiber-optic cable, electrical parts, food, and manufactured goods.

[31] Under PM Paryatan Vayu Seva a 6-seater flight connects Rewa with Jabalpur, Bhopal and Singrauli runs twice a week.