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Warangal (వరంగల్) District

Warangal (వరంగల్) District is one of the 33 districts of Telangana. It is administered from Warangal, which serves as the district headquarters. The district comprises 11 revenue mandals, 161 revenue villages, 3 Assembly Constituencies and 2 Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituencies.

Area 2,175 km²
Population 718,537
Mandals 11
Villages 161
Assembly 3
Parliament 2

About Warangal District

Warangal is the legendary capital of the Kakatiya Kingdom (12th–14th century), world-famous for stone architectural monuments and royal heritage that forms the cultural identity of Telangana.

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

Administrative Details

Administrative profile of Warangal District, Telangana.

District Code 522
District Headquarters Warangal
Revenue Mandals 11
Revenue Villages 161
Assembly Constituencies 3
Parliament Constituencies 2

Warangal District Population Details

According to the Census of India 2011, Warangal District has a total population of 718,537. 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 718,537
Male Population 360,162 (50.1%)
Female Population 358,375 (49.9%)
Scheduled Caste (SC) 139,265 (19.4%)
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 43,156 (6.0%)
Rural Population 668,432 (93.0%)
Urban Population 50,105 (7.0%)
Literacy Rate 61.07%

According to the 2011 Census, Warangal District has a population of 718,537 people, comprising 360,162 males (50.1%) and 358,375 females (49.9%).Around 93.0% of the population lives in rural areas, while 7.0% resides in urban areas.Scheduled Castes account for 19.4% of the population and Scheduled Tribes represent 6.0%.The overall literacy rate of the district is 61.07%.

Economy and Agriculture in Warangal District

The economy of Warangal 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.

Warangal is a major commercial agriculture hub, hosting Asia's largest chili market. Farmers cultivate high-yield red chili, cotton, and paddy, irrigated by Kakatiya Canal from SRSP and historical tanks.

Assembly Constituencies in Warangal District

Warangal District is represented by 3 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.

Narsampet

Parkal

Wardhanapet

Parliament Constituencies in Warangal District

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

Mahabubabad

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Warangal

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Tourist Places in Warangal District

Famous world heritage destinations include the Warangal Fort (featuring the iconic Kakatiya Kala Thoranam arch), the sacred Bhadrakali Temple, Kakatiya Musical Garden, and nearby historic lakes.

Mandals in Warangal District

Warangal District is administratively divided into 11 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 Warangal District

Warangal is a major heritage and economic transport center in Telangana. The district is connected via National Highway 163 (NH-163), offering swift 3-hour road access to Hyderabad (~145 km) via 4-lane express highways and TSRTC bus fleets. Warangal Railway Station (WL) and nearby Kazipet Junction (KZJ) form one of South India's busiest railway hubs, offering direct express connectivity across India. The nearest air hub is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad, located approximately 160 km away.

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)