Mancherial (మంచిర్యాల) District

Mancherial (మంచిర్యాల) District is one of the 33 districts of Telangana. It is administered from Mancherial, which serves as the district headquarters. The district comprises 18 revenue mandals, 361 revenue villages, 4 Assembly Constituencies and 2 Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituencies.

Area 4,016 km²
Population 807,037
Mandals 18
Villages 361
Assembly 4
Parliament 2

About Mancherial District

Mancherial, located along the northern banks of the Godavari River, is an industrial powerhouse and ecological sanctuary in northern Telangana. Famous for its rich coal deposits operated by Singareni Collieries (SCCL) and heavy industrial development, the district uniquely pairs industrial energy production with deep tribal forest culture and rich biodiversity.

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

Administrative Details

Administrative profile of Mancherial District, Telangana.

District Code 684
District Headquarters Mancherial
Revenue Mandals 18
Revenue Villages 361
Assembly Constituencies 4
Parliament Constituencies 2

Mancherial District Population Details

According to the Census of India 2011, Mancherial District has a total population of 807,037. 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 807,037
Male Population 408,355 (50.6%)
Female Population 398,682 (49.4%)
Scheduled Caste (SC) 199,531 (24.7%)
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 56,127 (7.0%)
Rural Population 453,024 (56.1%)
Urban Population 354,013 (43.9%)
Literacy Rate 64.35%

According to the 2011 Census, Mancherial District has a population of 807,037 people, comprising 408,355 males (50.6%) and 398,682 females (49.4%). Around 56.1% of the population lives in rural areas, while 43.9% resides in urban areas. Scheduled Castes account for 24.7% of the population and Scheduled Tribes represent 7.0%. The overall literacy rate of the district is 64.35%.

Economy and Agriculture in Mancherial District

The economy of Mancherial 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.

Agricultural land in Mancherial benefits from alluvial soils along the Godavari and Pranahita river valleys. Farmers produce high yields of paddy, cotton, pulses, and vegetables. The district's irrigation network is heavily strengthened by the Sripada Yellampalli Irrigation Project, providing vital water for both agriculture and drinking needs.

Assembly Constituencies in Mancherial District

Mancherial District is represented by 4 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.

Bellampally

Chennur

Khanapur

Mancherial

Parliament Constituencies in Mancherial District

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

Adilabad

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Peddapalle

Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency

Tourist Places in Mancherial District

Prominent tourist attractions include the Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary, protecting rare flora and fauna along the Pranahita River, and the sacred Gudem Satyanarayana Swamy Temple (known as 'Telangana Annavaram'). Visitors also enjoy the scenic riverbanks of the Godavari, Yellampalli Dam, and nearby ancient temples.

Mandals in Mancherial District

Mancherial District is administratively divided into 18 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 Mancherial District

Mancherial features established industrial transit links along the Godavari River basin. National Highway 363 (NH-363) connects Mancherial town directly with Nagpur, Maharashtra, and Hyderabad, supported by high-frequency bus fleets operated by TSRTC. Mancherial Railway Station (MCI) is a principal railway station on the Secunderabad-Balharshah main rail route, providing direct trains to Hyderabad, New Delhi, Chennai, and Nagpur. The nearest airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad, located about 240 km 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)