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Nirmal (నిర్మల్) District

Nirmal (నిర్మల్) District is one of the 33 districts of Telangana. It is administered from Nirmal, which serves as the district headquarters. The district comprises 19 revenue mandals, 418 revenue villages, 3 Assembly Constituencies and 1 Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituencies.

Area 3,845 km²
Population 709,418
Mandals 19
Villages 418
Assembly 3
Parliament 1

About Nirmal District

Nirmal is world-renowned for its 400-year-old GI-tagged 'Nirmal Wooden Toys and Paintings', a master craft developed under local royal patronage using soft wood (Poniki) and natural herbal colors. The town is protected historically by an impressive network of medieval French-designed forts.

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

Administrative Details

Administrative profile of Nirmal District, Telangana.

District Code 680
District Headquarters Nirmal
Revenue Mandals 19
Revenue Villages 418
Assembly Constituencies 3
Parliament Constituencies 1

Nirmal District Population Details

According to the Census of India 2011, Nirmal District has a total population of 709,418. 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 709,418
Male Population 346,756 (48.9%)
Female Population 362,662 (51.1%)
Scheduled Caste (SC) 108,354 (15.3%)
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 81,159 (11.4%)
Rural Population 557,420 (78.6%)
Urban Population 151,998 (21.4%)
Literacy Rate 57.82%

According to the 2011 Census, Nirmal District has a population of 709,418 people, comprising 346,756 males (48.9%) and 362,662 females (51.1%).Around 78.6% of the population lives in rural areas, while 21.4% resides in urban areas.Scheduled Castes account for 15.3% of the population and Scheduled Tribes represent 11.4%.The overall literacy rate of the district is 57.82%.

Economy and Agriculture in Nirmal District

The economy of Nirmal 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.

Nirmal is an agriculturally prosperous district producing high volumes of turmeric, paddy, maize, and cotton. Irrigation is anchored by the major Kadam Dam (Kadam Narayana Reddy Project) constructed across the Kadam River, a primary tributary of the Godavari.

Assembly Constituencies in Nirmal District

Nirmal 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.

Khanapur

Mudhole

Nirmal

Parliament Constituencies in Nirmal District

Nirmal District falls under 1 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

Tourist Places in Nirmal District

Famous tourist sites include the scenic Kadam Dam reservoir, the historic Nirmal Fort (Shyamgarh Fort), the ancient Gnana Saraswati Temple at Basar (one of two major Saraswati temples in India), and artisan craft centers in Nirmal town.

Mandals in Nirmal District

Nirmal District is administratively divided into 19 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 Nirmal District

Nirmal is strategically located along the northern transport corridor of Telangana along National Highway 44 (NH-44). The 4-lane highway affords quick road connectivity to Hyderabad (~210 km), Nizamabad (~70 km), and Nagpur, supported by TSRTC express bus services. Rail connectivity is accessed through Basar Railway Station (BSX) and Nirmal / Nizamabad stations on the Secunderabad-Nanded line. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) in Hyderabad is the nearest air gateway, situated approximately 235 km south along NH-44.

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)