The history of Andhra Pradesh goes back to the Vedic period. Its earliest mention is found in the ancient text Aitareya Brahmana. There is evidence to suggest that the coastal kingdom of Andhra Pradesh thrived during the rule of Satavahanas. Inland and maritime trade flourished in the region between the Godavari and Krishna Rivers. Currency was used to facilitate trade. There is also proof that Buddhism flourished here when the Ikshvakus of Nagarjunakonda came to power. Although the rulers were devoted to Vedic ritualism, Buddhism flourished; as is evident from the several Stupas, Chaityas and Viharas found here.
The Andhra region came under the control of the Kakatiya Dynasty, Reddy Dynasty, Vijaynagar Empire as well as the Mughal rule and then the British Empire in 1792. After independence, the princely state of Hyderabad became a part of India in 1948. The state of Andhra Pradesh was created on linguistic lines and merged with the Telugu speaking area of Telangana in 1956 through the State Reorganisation Act. The Telengana Movement began after that and Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated in 2014.
There are a number of places to visit in this beautiful state. The city of Visakhapatnam is a wonderful beach destination with beautiful lakes, valleys, caves and hill ranges. The Araku Valley is a famous hill station rich in biodiversity; it has coffee plantations and waterfalls. Horsley Hills is another famous hill station.
Andhra Pradesh is also home to Kolleru Lake, one of largest freshwater lakes in India. It is situated between the Krishna and Godavari Delta. There are various religious and pilgrimage sites as well, such as Tirupati which is visited by millions of devotees year after year. Nellore also has immense spiritual significance. Vijaywada has beautiful heritage sites, caves and hills. Chittor is an agricultural town also famous for its hills, rivers and forts. It is home to the Nagari Hills, Horsley Hills and Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary.
Kurnool has several caves and forts; the city is surrounded by mountain ranges. Anantapur is famous for diamond mining. It houses one of the largest trees in the world, the branches of which are spread over 2.5 acres.
Andhra Pradesh holds the second position in India in terms of its mineral resources. Important industries in Andhra Pradesh include Information Technology, Biotechnology, Business Management, Pharmaceuticals and Real Estate. The official language of the state is Telugu. Urdu is the co-official language.
Map of Andhra Pradesh
The map of Andhra Pradesh shows that the state is made up of 13 districts. Given below are the names of all these districts in Andhra Pradesh and important information about these districts:
| District | District Code | Population (2011) | Headquarters | Area (km2;) | Total Female | Total Male |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anantapur | AN | 4083315 | Anantapur | 19130 | 2018387 | 2064928 |
| Chittoor | CH | 4170468 | Chittoor | 15152 | 2086963 | 2083505 |
| East Godavari | EG | 5151549 | Kakinada | 10807 | 2582130 | 2569419 |
| Guntur | GU | 4889230 | Guntur | 11391 | 2448102 | 2441128 |
| Kadapa | CU | 2884524 | Kadapa | 15359 | 1430388 | 1454136 |
| Krishna | KR | 4529009 | Machilipatnam | 8727 | 2268312 | 2260697 |
| Kurnool | KU | 4046601 | Kurnool | 17658 | 2006500 | 2040101 |
| Nellore | NE | 2966082 | Nellore | 13076 | 1472828 | 1493254 |
| Prakasam | PR | 3392764 | Ongole | 17626 | 1680029 | 1712735 |
| Srikakulam | SR | 2699471 | Srikakulam | 5837 | 1359041 | 1340430 |
| Vishakhapatnam | VS | 4288113 | Vishakhapatnam | 11161 | 2147241 | 2140872 |
| Vizianagaram | VZ | 2342868 | Vizianagaram | 6539 | 1180955 | 1161913 |
| West Godavari | WG | 3934782 | Eluru | 7742 | 1971598 | 1963184 |
A district magistrate is appointed to govern each district in the state.
Andhra Pradesh State Information | |
|---|---|
| Capital | (Present) - Hyderabad (Proposed) Amaravati |
| Date of forrnation | 1st Nov 1956 |
| Governor | E.S.L. Narasimhan |
| Chief Minister | N.Chandrababu Naidu |
| Tourist attractions | Araku Valley and Borra Caves in Vishakhapatnam, Nagarjuna Konda in Nagarjunasagar, Amaravati in Vijaywada, Lord Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati |
| Festivals | Sivaratri, Pongal, Vinayak Chaviti |
| Major dance and music forms | Kuchipudi, Bhamakalpam, Dappu |
| Arts and crafts | Kalamkari cotton, the Nakashis of Cheriyal village paint vibrantly coloured scrolls. |
| Languages | Telegu, Urdu, English |
| Size | 160,205 sq km |
| Population (Census 2011) | 49378776 |
| Rivers | Godavari, Krishna, Penneru, Kunder, Palleru, Cheyyeru, Charavati, Sarada, Nagavati |
| State animal | Blackbuck |
| State bird | Indian roller |
| State flower | Water lily |
| State tree | Neem |
| Major crops | Jowar, rice, bajra |
| No. of District | 13 |
Blogs about Andhra Pradesh
ISRO Successfully Launches The GSLV-Mk III On Monday : It has been another success story for India and the ISRO with the successful launch of the heaviest-ever rocket Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mk III (GSLV-Mk III) on Monday, 5 June, 2017. Nicknamed as Bahubali, the 140 Ft satellite weighing 640-tonne lifted off at 5:28 pm from the south-eastern barrier island of Sriharikota off the coast of Andhra Pradesh and placed the advanced communication satellite Gsat-19 into orbit. The scientists at Indian Space Research Organization…
ISRO Creates History; Launches 104 Satellites At a Go : The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched a record 104 satellites in one go on Wednesday morning, February 15, 2017, on board a single rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. India’s dependable workhorse, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), set out on its 39th flight after the Mission Readiness Review committee and Launch Authorisation Board gave its approval for lift off, ISRO said. With a payload of 104 satellites,…
Expansion of AIIMS Network — India’s Medical Progress : AIIMS - A Household Name “AIIMS has become a household name in India and abroad with people from all strata of society looking up to it to provide unbiased, affordable and quality healthcare.” This is how Prof. M C Misra, Director All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) opens his vision statement. This is just about right. For decades now, when the average Indian has sought the best of medical facilities and treatment, he has…
Amaravati – A Dream Turning Into a Nightmare? : Amaravati, which is expected to be the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, has been grabbing headlines thanks to its major plans as well as the various initiatives being taken by the state government. After Andhra Pradesh and Telangana were divided, Hyderabad was taken away from the state. This was a crucial loss considering how it was the hub of IT and IT-enabled services. The Andhra Pradesh Re-Organisation Act 2014 says that Hyderabad will remain a…
Andhra Pradesh Receives Special Financial Assistance Package : The bifurcation of one of India's largest states, Andhra Pradesh into two states - Andhra Pradesh and Telangana - was achieved after much political lobbying and deliberation. The split has, however, caused much angst among the people of Andhra Pradesh over the economic backlash faced by the state. Ever since, the state has been angling for a number of financial concessions from the centre. The battle against revenue deficit and an acute shortage of capital…
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Last Updated on : September 20, 2017
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