Bidar district

The district stretches across Karnataka state at an elevation of 615 meters, featuring agricultural lands and urban settlements throughout its territory.

The region emerged as a center of power during the Bahmani Sultanate period, when rulers established fortifications and administrative structures across the district.

The district maintains its reputation as a center for Bidriware production, where artisans create metal objects with silver inlay decorations following traditional methods.

The district connects to major cities through National Highway 9 and regular train services from Bidar railway station to Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

The district contains an underground water system called Karez, built in the 15th century using Persian engineering techniques to supply water to communities.

Location: Kalaburagi division

Capital city: Bidar

Elevation above the sea: 615 m

Shares border with: Latur district, Medak district

Website: http://bidar.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 17.92000,77.51972

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:44