Districts of Telangana List, Map, Names, Total Area

Telangana has 33 diverse districts with unique cultural, historical, & geographic characteristics. Check the List of Districts of Telangana, Map, Names in this article for government exams.

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Districts of Telangana

Telangana is a state located in the southern part of India. It was formed on June 2, 2014, as the 29th state of India, after being carved out of the state of Andhra Pradesh. After the formation of Telangana, the state government undertook a process of reorganizing the districts, with the aim of better governance and administration. The state initially had 10 districts, but this number was later increased to 33 districts, each with its own unique characteristics and attractions.

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Districts in Telangana Map

The map of the districts of Telangana is an important tool for understanding the state’s administrative and geographic divisions. The map provides a visual representation of the location of each district and its borders, making it easier to understand the distribution of resources, population, and economic activities.

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List of Districts in Telangana

The significance of all 33 Districts of Telangana is given in the table below:

S. No	District	Importance
1	Adilabad	Home to Kala Ashram, an institution for tribal and folk arts
		Rich in natural resources and forest reserves
2	Bhadradri Kothagudem	An abundance of coal reserves, contributing to the state’s energy needs
		Home to the famous temple of Lord Rama at Bhadrachalam
3	Hyderabad	The economic and commercial hub of the state, with a thriving IT industry
		Rich cultural heritage, with attractions such as Charminar and Golconda Fort
4	Jagtial	Known for its cultural and historical significance, with many temples and monuments including Koulas Fort
		Large production of paddy and cotton, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
5	Jangaon	Famous for its ancient and intricately carved temples like Sri Laxmi Narasimha Swamy Temple
		Centre for handloom weaving, with the production of traditional textiles like sarees and dhotis
6	Jayashankar Bhupalpally	Home to the famous Ramappa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
		Rich in natural resources, including coal, bauxite, and limestone
7	Jogulamba Gadwal	Known for its historical significance, with many forts and palaces
		Large production of cotton and jowar, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
8	Kamareddy	Home to the famous Kondapur Archaeological Site, an ancient site with significant historical and cultural significance
		An important center for the production of red chillies
9	Karimnagar	Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments including the historic Elgandal Fort and the Vemulawada Temple
		Large production of paddy and cotton, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
10	Khammam	Rich in natural resources, with large coal and granite reserves
		An important center for the production of handloom textiles like sarees and lungis
11	Komaram Bheem Asifabad	Rich in natural resources, with large reserves of coal, bauxite, and limestone
		Home to the Kadem Project, a major hydroelectric power plant
12	Mahabubabad	Known for its historical significance, with many ancient temples and monuments are known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the famous Bayyaram Tank and the Kothur Temple
		A major hub for the production of tamarind
13	Mahabubnagar	A major centre for the production of mangoes, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
		Home to many ancient and historical temples and monuments
14	Mancherial	Known for its coal reserves, which contribute to the state’s energy needs
		A major hub for the production of tiles and ceramic products
15	Medak	Known for its production of turmeric and jowar, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
		Home to the famous Medak Church, a historic landmark of the region
16	Medchal-Malkajgiri	Home to the Hyderabad Genome Valley, a biotechnology hub
		A major industrial hub, with many large-scale industries and commercial establishments
17	Nagarkurnool	A major center for the production of power, with many power generation plants
		Home to the famous pilgrimage site of Pillalamarri, known for its ancient banyan tree
18	Nalgonda	Home to the famous Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, one of the largest masonry dams in the world
		A major hub for the production of cement, with many large-scale cement plants
19	Nirmal	Known for its handicrafts and toys, made from locally sourced materials like wood and clay
		Home to the famous Nirmal paintings, a unique form of art that originated in the region
20	Nizamabad	Large production of rice, maize, and jowar, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
		Home to many ancient and historical temples and monuments
21	Peddapalli	Known for its traditional art forms, including Bidriware and silver filigree work.
		A major center for the production of handloom textiles like sarees and lungis
22	Rajanna Sircilla	A major center for the production of handloom textiles like sarees and dhotis
		Known for its innovative rural transformation programs, including the famous “Rythu Bandhu” scheme
23	Ranga Reddy	Home to the popular tourist destination of Shamirpet Lake, a scenic spot for picnics and boating
		A major industrial hub, with many large-scale industries and commercial establishments
24	Sangareddy	Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments
		A major hub for the production of pharmaceuticals, with many large-scale pharmaceutical companies
25	Suryapet	A major center for the production of cotton, contributing to the state’s textile industry
		Known for its scenic spots and natural beauty, including the famous Pillala Marri Hill and the Ethipothala Waterfall
26	Vikarabad	Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple and the Paigah Tombs
		A popular destination for eco-tourism, with many scenic spots, wildlife reserves, and forests, including the famous Ananthagiri Hills
27	Wanaparthy	A significant center for the production of silk, contributing to the state’s textile industry
		Home to the famous Wanaparthy Palace, an ancient monument with stunning architecture and historical significance
28	Warangal Rural	Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the famous Ramappa Temple and the Thousand Pillar Temple
		A popular destination for eco-tourism, with many scenic spots, wildlife reserves, and forests, including the famous Pakhal Lake
29	Warangal Urban	A major center of education, with many prestigious educational institutions, including the Kakatiya Institute of Technology and Science and the National Institute of Technology
		Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the famous Warangal Fort and the Bhadrakali Temple
30	Yadadri Bhuvanagiri	A significant center for the production of turmeric, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
		Home to the famous Yadagirigutta Temple, a major pilgrimage site for Hindus
31	Mulugu	A popular destination for eco-tourism, with many scenic spots, wildlife reserves, and forests, including the famous Kinnerasani Wildlife Sanctuary
		Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the historic Kaleshwaram Temple and the Eturnagaram Fort
32	Narayanpet	Known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient temples and monuments, including the historic Narayanpet Fort
		A significant center for the production of silk and cotton, contributing to the state’s textile industry.
33	Siddipet	A significant center for the production of paddy, contributing to the state’s agricultural economy
		Home to the historic Sri Gnana Saraswathi Temple, a major pilgrimage site for Hindus

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FAQs

How many districts in Telangana?

There are total 33 districts in Telangana.

Which district is biggest in TS?

In terms of area (2737.96 square kilometres), Mahabubnagar is the largest district in Telangana State. Palamoor is another name for it. The district headquarters town of Mahabubnagar was named after the Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Mahabub Ali Khan.