Lucknow district

Lucknow district is an administrative region in Uttar Pradesh with flat terrain crossed by two rivers that nourish agricultural areas. It comprises several administrative divisions organized into smaller management units and functions as a regional hub with active commercial zones.

The district took its current form in 1856 after British authorities annexed the Oudh State and reorganized it into four administrative sections. This restructuring established the governance framework that has remained in place since.

The district maintains strong ties to Urdu literary traditions and Awadhi cuisine, which remain visible in local restaurants and cultural gatherings. These heritage elements shape how people celebrate and share their identity through food and storytelling.

The region has extensive transportation networks including railways, highways, and air connections to major Indian cities. Visitors should navigate through local neighborhoods and use public transit or taxis to move around effectively.

The area is known for cultivating special varieties of late-transplanted rice and the famous Dasheri mangoes that have roots in this land. These agricultural products have shaped local farming practices and regional trade for generations.

Location: Lucknow division

Capital city: Lucknow

Shares border with: Hardoi district, Raebareli district, Sitapur district

Website: http://lucknow.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 26.75000,81.00000

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:15