Aligarh district, Administrative district in Uttar Pradesh, India
Aligarh district is an administrative area in Uttar Pradesh that encompasses several smaller administrative blocks spread across the region. It is bordered by multiple surrounding districts and serves as a significant settlement area in northern India.
The district was formed from colonial-era administrative structures and took its present form following India's independence in 1947. The region has experienced several modifications to its administrative boundaries throughout history.
The district population reflects diverse social structures with Hindi speakers comprising 92.54 percent, followed by Urdu and Braj Bhasha speaking communities.
The district headquarters at Aligarh city has road and rail links to major cities in northern India, making travel relatively straightforward. Visitors can expect reasonable transportation options when moving around the region.
Aligarh Muslim University within the district provides over 250 educational programs to 30,000 students, establishing the region as an educational center.
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