Historical Background of Warangal District
In the Telangana movement the Warangal District is the Major center.
Capital of Kakatiya Dynasty (12th to 14th century),
The Kakatiya dynasty primarily shaped the history of the Warangal district. It was originally known as Orugallu or Ekashila Nagaram, and it was where the famous Warangal Fort was built in the 13th century. It was the capital of Kakatiya. known for Telugu glory.
Famous rulers: Rani Rudrama Devi, Prataparudra II.
Highlights of the Werangal District
🌍 Geography of the Warangal District
- Region includes fertile plains and forested hills.
- Major rivers: Godavari, Munneru.
- Rich in natural resources like granite, sand, and forest products.
👥 Population & Demographics
- A mix of urban and rural population.
- Main languages: Telugu (official), Urdu, Lambadi (tribal).
- Communities: Diverse, with strong presence of tribal and backward classes.
📚 Education & Institutions
- Warangal District is known as an Educational Hub.
- Home to Kakatiya University, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal.
- Several engineering, medical, and degree colleges.
💼 Economy of the Warangal Disrict
- Mainly agriculture-based: crops include paddy, cotton, maize, and chili.
- Handloom industry popular in places of Shalapalli and Narasampet.
- Rapid growth in real estate, education, and tourism.
🕌 Tourist Attractions
- Warangal Fort – Built by Kakatiyas with massive stone gateways (Kirti Toranas).
- Thousand Pillar Temple – A fine example of Kakatiya architecture.
- Ramappa Temple – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Pakhal Lake – It is a Artificial lake with scenic beauty
- Bhadrakali Temple – Historic temple near Hanumakonda
- Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary – Located in Warangal Rural area.
🚉 Transport & Connectivity to Warangal District
- Well connected by rail (Warangal and Kazipet railway stations).
- NH-163 passes through the district.
- Good road network for buses and private transport.
🌾 Culture & Festivals of Warangal District
- Traditional Telugu festivals like Bathukamma, Bonalu, Sankranti are widely celebrated.
- Known for folk dances, tribal traditions, and handloom art.
- Cuisine includes spicy Telangana dishes like Jonna rotte, chicken curry, makka garelu, etc.
