Sitapur district

Sitapur district is an administrative region in the Lucknow division that covers a substantial area with both developed and rural zones. The territory is divided into several smaller administrative subdivisions that together form a diverse landscape.

The district was named after a figure from Indian mythology and diminished in significance over centuries until it was reorganized during British colonial rule. This reshaping established its current administrative structure.

The area is known for the sacred site of Naimisharanya along the Gomti River, where one of Hinduism's most important religious texts came into existence. This place has drawn pilgrims for centuries who come to pray and bathe in the water.

The area is sparsely populated with scattered settlements, so allow extra time for traveling between locations. Local roads and connections exist but are not always well developed.

Archaeological excavations have uncovered clay artifacts and ancient coins from different historical periods that reveal more about earlier civilizations in the region. These finds show that the area has been inhabited for a very long time.

Location: Lucknow division

Capital city: Sitapur

Shares border with: Hardoi district, Barabanki district, Bahraich district, Lucknow district

Website: http://Sitapur.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 27.50000,80.91667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:21