Rajanna Sircilla (రాజన్న సిరిసిల్ల) District

Rajanna Sircilla (రాజన్న సిరిసిల్ల) District is one of the 33 districts of Telangana. It is administered from Sircilla, which serves as the district headquarters. The district comprises 13 revenue mandals, 163 revenue villages, 5 Assembly Constituencies and 2 Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituencies.

Area 2,019 km²

Population 552,037

Mandals 13

Villages 163

Assembly 5

Parliament 2

About Rajanna Sircilla District

Rajanna Sircilla is famously known as the 'Textile Town of Telangana' due to its vast powerloom and handloom weaving industry, producing apparel for national and international markets. The district pairs industrial weaving skill with deep spiritual heritage.

The following sections provide detailed information about Rajanna Sircilla District, including its administrative divisions, population statistics, economy, transport facilities, tourist attractions, Assembly Constituencies, Parliamentary Constituencies and revenue mandals.

Administrative Details

Administrative profile of Rajanna Sircilla District, Telangana.

District Code 683

District Headquarters Sircilla

Revenue Mandals 13

Revenue Villages 163

Assembly Constituencies 5

Parliament Constituencies 2

Rajanna Sircilla District Population Details

According to the Census of India 2011, Rajanna Sircilla District has a total population of 552,037. This section provides detailed demographic information including male and female population, Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), rural and urban population distribution, and the overall literacy rate of the district.

Total Population 552,037

Male Population 274,351 (49.7%)

Female Population 277,686 (50.3%)

Scheduled Caste (SC) 101,024 (18.3%)

Scheduled Tribe (ST) 26,455 (4.8%)

Rural Population 435,220 (78.8%)

Urban Population 116,817 (21.2%)

Literacy Rate 62.71%

According to the 2011 Census, Rajanna Sircilla District has a population of 552,037 people, comprising 274,351 males (49.7%) and 277,686 females (50.3%).Around 78.8% of the population lives in rural areas, while 21.2% resides in urban areas.Scheduled Castes account for 18.3% of the population and Scheduled Tribes represent 4.8%.The overall literacy rate of the district is 62.71%.

Economy and Agriculture in Rajanna Sircilla District

The economy of Rajanna Sircilla District is primarily driven by agriculture, allied farming activities, local trade and small-scale industries. This section provides an overview of the district's economic profile, major crops, irrigation resources, agricultural practices and the key sectors that contribute to the livelihoods of its residents.

Framed by the Mid Manair Dam (Sri Raja Rajeshwara Reservoir), the district possesses reliable water storage supporting paddy, cotton, and sugarcane cultivation across its agricultural mandals.

Assembly Constituencies in Rajanna Sircilla District

Rajanna Sircilla District is represented by 5 Assembly Constituencies in the Telangana Legislative Assembly. Each constituency elects one Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) to represent the people in the Telangana State Legislature.

Balkonda

Choppadandi

Manakondur

Sircilla

Vemulawada

Parliament Constituencies in Rajanna Sircilla District

Rajanna Sircilla District falls under 2 Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituencies. These constituencies elect Members of Parliament (MPs) who represent the district in the Parliament of India.

Karimnagar

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Nizamabad

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Tourist Places in Rajanna Sircilla District

The district's spiritual flagship is the ancient Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple at Vemulawada, popularly known as 'Dakshina Kashi', drawing millions of pilgrims. Other sights include the scenic Mid Manair Dam park and historic local shrines.

Mandals in Rajanna Sircilla District

Rajanna Sircilla District is administratively divided into 13 revenue mandals. A revenue mandal is an important administrative unit responsible for land administration, revenue collection, implementation of government welfare schemes and coordination of village-level administration. Each mandal consists of several revenue villages and serves as a link between the district administration and local communities. Click on any mandal below to explore detailed information including villages, demographics, schools, hospitals, post offices, railway stations and other public facilities.

Transport & Connectivity in Rajanna Sircilla District

Rajanna Sircilla is well-connected via central state highways servicing textile and pilgrimage corridors. State Highway 11 connects Sircilla town with Karimnagar (~40 km), Kamareddy (~55 km), and Hyderabad (~130 km), with active TSRTC bus routes operating continuously. Rail access is available through nearby stations at Vemulawada, Karimnagar (KRMR), or Kamareddy (KMC). For domestic and international flights, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad is the closest airport, situated approximately 155 km to the south.

Data Sources

The information presented on this page has been compiled from official government sources and publicly available datasets. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information; however, users are advised to verify critical details with the respective government departments before making official decisions.

Census of India 2011
Government of Telangana
Local Government Directory (LGD)
Election Commission of India (ECI)

Balkonda

Choppadandi

Manakondur

Sircilla

Vemulawada

Karimnagar

Nizamabad

Boinpalli (బోయిన్‌పల్లి)

Chandurthi (చందుర్తి)

Gambhiraopet (గంభీరావుపేట)

Illanthakunta (ఇల్లంతకుంట)

Konaraopet (కోనారావోపేట్)

Mustabad (ముస్తాబాద్)

Rudrangi (రుద్రంగి)

Sircilla (సిర్సిల్లా)

Thangallapalli (తంగళ్ళపల్లి)

Veernapalli (వీర్నపల్లి)

Vemulawada (వేములవాడ)

Vemulawada Rural (వేములవాడ గ్రామీణ)

Yellareddipet (యెల్లారెడ్డిపెట్)