Google Map Of Adilabad

Town cum municipality area, Adilabad attained remarkable position in the Andhra Pradesh state of India through constant progresses. According to 2006 census records its total population is 108,233. The city also serves as district headquarters.

Historic importance of Adilabad is the name having been derived from Mohammed Adil Shah, the former ruler of Bijapur state. This region remained in the limelight for composite cultural identity. Many north Indian rulers ruled this south Indian area. Prominent dynasties included Mauryas and Mughals besides the south Indian dynasties Satavahanas and Chalukyas.

Todays Adilabad district boasts unique cultural diversity where elements of both Marathi and Telugu cultures incorporates to make mixed culture. The region is hub of multiculturalism in which Bengali, Malayali, Gujarati and et al people are present.

Geographically Adilabad is located at an average elevation of 264 meters. Famous landscapes of this region Kuntala waterfalls, Sahyadri mountains and prominent rivers Godavari, Penaganga and Pranahitha are in Adilabad district.

Temple town Basara is important landmark in the district where goddess Saraswati shrine is located. This place is visited by people from around the country. This town is located at merely 1 kilometer from the Godavari river.

Adilabad district houses several educational institutions that run many professional courses in specific disciplines. This region is best connected by rail and roadways so does it connect to other parts of state and country.