Hyderabad

The Hyderabad District Administration is responsible for the delivery of various citizen services related to land(regularization under G.O Ms No. 166 and issue of NOC), welfare benefits and pensions,selection of housing beneficiaries,self-employment schemes etc.

This website is a part of our commitment to ensure transparency in the administration and delivery of all the aforementioned citizen services. It provides information on all the existing beneficiaries of various schemes,applications submitted , and also details of their pendency status.

Historical Background:

Hyderabad the Historic beautiful city is the capital of Andhra Pradesh.  Originally it was founded by Sulthan Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah the 5th King of the Qutub Shah dynasty in 1590 A.D. at Golconda Kingdom.

Formerly, Hyderabad was known as Bhagyanagar.  This was named in the sweet memory of the Sulthan’s beloved Bhagamathi.  After her death, the name Bhagyanagar had 2 or 3 changes and at last, it was named as Hyderabad Deccan.

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A Word About The District:

Hyderabad (Urban) District in its present shape has come into existence in August, 1978 consequent on formation of a new District, Ranga Reddy from the erstwhile Hyderabad District. All the rural areas of erst-while Hyderabad District have been included in Ranga Reddy District, while thearea of Muncipal Corporation of Hyderabad (Exclding a small part), Secunderabad Cantonment, Lalaguda and Osmania University are included in Hyderabad District. There are 66 villages in the District an d they are grouped into erstwhile talukas, Viz., Charminar, Golconda, Musheerabad and Secunderabad.

The State capital being in this District, it is highly developed in all aspects. With a view to bringing up the administration to the door steps of the people to solve their problems upliftment of the people, the Government as a policy took a decision to restructure the Lower level administrative set-up in the state consequently, Revenue Mandal were setup.

Mandal Set-up

Revenue Mandals:

As per G.O.Ms No.107 Revenue (Mandal-II) Dept., Government of Andhra Pradesh dated 16.5.1985, Hyderabad District was divided into four Revenue Mandals Viz., Charminar, Golconda, Musheerabad and Secunderabad with effect from 25.6.1985.

In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 3 of the Andhra Pradesh District (Formation) Act, 1974 the Governor of Andhra Pradesh in the interest of the better administration and development of the areas concerned and after having published proposals in that regard as required under sub-section (5) of of section 3 of the said Act and having taken consideration, the objections and suggestions received there on from all persons in the area concern and likely to be affected there by creation of 16 Mandals in the existing 4 Mandals in Hyderabad District by diminishing the areas of 4 mandal wise Secunderabad, Musheerabad, Golkonda and Charminar with effect from 27.12.1996 as follows:

Features

Physical features:

Hyderabad is the 5th largest city in India. It has twin cities Viz., Hyderabad and Secunderabad with its suburbs extending upto 16 miles. The Hyderabad city is situated in 1o 11’ of the Northern Longitude and 78o 27’ of the Eastern Longitude. 1778’ above MSL and on grey and Pink Granites among the world’s oldest. The highest point in the city is Banjara Hills, 2206’ above MSL. The contour level falls gradually from west to east creating almost a through near the Musi River which runs through the city. This natural feature has facilitated water supply by gravity.

Climatic features:

The climate of the city is fairy equitable. However, of late, citizen are experiencing arête climate, which seems to be a common factor for all metropolitan cities in the country. The normal rain fall of the Dist. Is 786.8mm and against that the actual rain in 2002-03 is 614.7mm. South west mon-soon period is 472.0mm. North East Mon-Soon period is 96.5mm. Winter period is 7.5mm and hot weather period is 38.7mm.

Agriculture

Land use pattern:

The Non-Agriculture sector is the basis of the economy of the district covering 98.09 percent of the total Geographical area of the district is put to Non-Agricultural uses indicating predominance of non-agricultural activities in the district.

Population & Health

Population:

The total population of the district according to 2001 Census is 38,29,753which is purely urbanized. The decennial growth rate (1991-2001) is 21.74 percent against the growth rate of 14.59 percent for the state. The density of population in the district is 19,149. The sex ratio in the district is 945 females per 1000 males among the total population only. The population consists of 29.24 percent Total workers.A large percentage of people are living by Non-agricultural occupation covering mostly urban trades, construction and industrial fields.

1. SCHEDULED CASTES POPULATION:
The population belonging to the Scheduled Caste is 3,07,248 as per 2001 Census forming 8.02 percent of the district population. They are mainly concentrated in the slum. There are 835 slums in the district. It is estimated that 71.5 percent of scheduled cast population is in the slums, the rest being scattered over the twin cities.
2. SCHEDULED TRIBES POPULATION:
The population belonging to Scheduled Tribes is 34,560 as per 2001 Census forming 0.90 percent of the district total population. They are mainly concentrated in slum areas.

Health:

There are 12 Allopathic, 2 Ayurvedic, 1 Unani, 2 Homeopathic Govt. Hospitals functioning in the district during 2002-03 The total strength of the Doctors working in the above hospitals is 627. The total bed strength of these Hospitals is 5651.

Literacy & Education

Literacy:

The Hyderabad district is occupying the highest position in the state with regard to literacy with 68.80 percent of literates to the total population of the district. The percentage of literates in the state is 61.11 percent.

Education:

Education facilities in the district are largely improved. There are 1298 Primary, 482 Upper Primary Schools, 849 High Schools, 254 Junior Colleges, 164 Degree Colleges, 12 Post-Graduate Colleges functioning in the district during 2002-03. Besides this, there are 7 Medical Colleges and 11 Engineering Colleges functioning in the district.

There are 6 Universities in this district and its

1. Osmania University
2. J.N.T. University
3. A.P. Agriculture University
4. Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Open University
5. Hyderabad Central University
6. Potti Sri Ramulu Telugu University

Geography:

Area: 217 Sq Km
Altitude: 536 Meters
Climate: Tropical Wet and Dry
Summer: Max 40 C and Min 22 C
Winter: Max 22C and Min 13.8C
Rainfall: 89cm (June to Sept)
Best Season: June to February
STD Code: 040
State: Andhra Pradesh
Currency: The unit of currency in Hyderabad is the 'Rupee'
Attractions: Char Minar, Golconda Fort, Qutbshahi Tomb, Mecca Masjid, Osmania University and HITEC City
Languages Spoken: Urdu, Hindi, Telugu and English
Tipping: Tipping is usually 10% to 15% of the charge
Airport: The airport at Shamshabad, 22Km south of the Hyderabad city.
Electricity: 220v, 50Hz
Religion: About 50% of the population consists of Muslims; there are Hindus and Sikhs also
Exports: Software, Basmati rice and spices, medical transcription and oil exports.
Industries: Electrical fans, cooling systems, software industries, jewelers, pharmaceuticals and automotive industries.

Charminar

The tomb of the Muslim saint Imam Hussain:

Charminar is Hyderabads best known historical landmark. It was built in 1591 by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah. The original Charminar a huge construction in wood representing the tomb of the Muslim saint Imam Hussain was as charm to safeguard the city against the outbreak of cholera in the late 16th century. When the epidemic subsided, the Charminar was rebuilt in stone and mortar at the same place where the original structure was built. It is an elegant rectangular edifice of four grand arches facing towards the four cardinal points. Each side of it is 100 ft and pitch of the arch is 50 ft above the ground. The minor height is 180 ft. The remarkable architecture was built under the supervision of Engineers and Architects of Arabia, Turkey, Persia and India. The teeming lanes that around the Charminar encompass one of the colourful bazaars in India. The famous Lad Bazar is also located here where the colourfully stone Bangles and other beautique are available.

How to reach:

It is located at a distance of six kilometres from Secunderabad and is 15 km from Old City (Old City of Hyderabad), where Charminar is situated. Taxis are easily available from the airport for the twin cities.

Birla Mandir

A temple of Lord Venkateshwara Swamy:

A temple dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara sits on the Hill top of Kalapahad, over looking the Hussain Sagar Lake. The architecture is a balance of North and South Indian styles of Temple architecture. A breath taking view of the city can be seen from the top of the temple, a monument of grandeur and magnificence in marble.

How to reach:

Birla Mandir is well connected by APSRTC buses or an MMTS Train. Distance from Secunderabad railway station: About 7 KM. Distance from Hyderabad (Nampally) railway station: About 3 km Distance from Kacheguda Railway Station: About 5 KM. Distance from Begumpet airport: About 6 KM. Nearest MMTS station is Lakdi-ka-pul.

Historical places

One of the biggest Masjids in India:

Mecca Masjid situated very near to Charminar. It is one of the largest and most impressive mosques in South India. A unique feature of Mecca Masjid is its massive door arches and colonnades which were carved from single slab of granite. The Mecca Masjid was started by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah in the year 1614 and completed by the Mughal Emperor Arranges in 1687.

Salarjung Museum

The biggest one-man collections of antiques in the world:

The world famous Salarjung Museum displays around 35,000 antiques and art objects collected by Nawab Laser Jung III, Prime Minister to the Nizam of Hyderabad reputed to the Worlds largest one-man collection. The most important exhibits are Turban & Ivory chairs of Tipu Sultan, Aurangazebs diamond studded sword veiled statues of Rebecca and Margaret Mephistopheles.

Website : Salarjung Museum

Qutub Shahi Tombs

The famous tombs of the seven Qutub Shahi rulers:

The Mausolea of Sultan of Golconda stand beside each other in silent garden about 1 km. North of the Golconda Fort.  They are all similar-a square base with arch ways around and a dome on top.  They are a blend of Pathan, Persian and Hindu Architecture.

Location : 2 km. from the Golconda Fort,
Unique Feature : Many Tombs In One Place
Architecture : Mixture Of Persian, Pathan And Hindu Forms
Timing : 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Closed on Friday
Entry Fee : Rs.2.00 (approx.)
Camera Fee : Rs.5.00 (approx.)

Golconda Fort

The capital and fortress city of the Qutb Shahi kingdom:

This legendary fort once famous for its diamond market was the capital of the Qutub Shahi Kings who ruled the surrounding territories from 1518 A.D. to 1687 A.D.  The fort originally belonged to the Kakatiyas  who ruled the neighbouring areas from Warangal, their capital city.  They ceded it to Bahamanis, who changed its mud construction into masony from the Bahamanis, Golconda passed into the hands of their successors, the Qutub Shahis.  The most remarkable feature of the fort are its acoustics, where by a clapping of hands at the entry gate can be heard at the top of the fort which is 61 meters high.  Water was raised by and ingenious system through laminated clay pipes and Persian wheels to cool the roof gardens and high walled palaces.

Birla Planetarium

Science Museum and Dinosorium:

On the hill of Naubat Pahad is located Indias newest and most modern Planetarium with Japanese instrumentation. It was constructed by Birla Archaeological and Cultural Institute. It is developing into a center for astronomical studies. On this hill is built a modern science museum intended to be the best in the country.

Website : BM Birla Science Centre

Science Museum

For Science, Technology and Industry:

Besides Planetarium, the second phase of the center is the large B.M. Birla Science Museum. The Science Museum highlights Science, Technology and Industry, in Confirmity with its Motto DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF SCIENCE. The Science Museum building which is a magnificent structure with superb interior dcor covers an area of nearly 10,000 Sq.ms. One floor af about 2000 Sq.mts. houses an interactive, Science Centre, with participatory exhibits in section on perception, Mechanics, optical Illusioins, Mathematical Puzzles, Optics, Electricity and Magnetism, Vibrations and Sound, Energy and Motors, Computers and Robots, Life Sciences, Astronomy and space, Chemistry and other topics. The B.M.Birla Science Museaum was inaugurated in March, 1990. The Museaum also has an archaelogical section exhibits objects of immense interest.

Nehru Zoological Park

One of the largest zoo in India:

The Nehru Zoological Park sest up in 1959 is a natural habitat of all types of birds and animal species spread over 300 acres of undulating landscape. The Lion Safari Park is the first of its kind in South Asia. Inside the Zoo is a museum of Natural History, ancient life and extinct animals in reconstructe

Budda Poornima

An 18 meter high monolithic statue:

It is a comprehensive metro Project coming up near Tank Bund. It has boating facility for a joy ride in the water of Hussain Sagar and in the midst of the lake a 60 feet statue of Lord Buddha, the tallest monolith statue, along side the Lumbini Park with star attractions of Floral Clock and Musical Fountain.

Public Garden

A historic park:

Public Garden was developed in the region of Nawab Mir Mahaboob Ali Khan Asif Jah-VI. Many changes took place during the region of H.E.H. the Nizam Nawab Mir Osman Ali Khan Asif Jah-VII. The Public Garden is open to the open to the public free of charge and it is used as a recreation place by the citizens of the district. The important placesin the public garden are Health Museum, Ajanta Pavilian and Archeological Museum. The Assembly Building is also located in the Public Garden. There is also Jawahar Bal Bhavan and Auditorium at this place.

The Falaknuma Palace

One of the finest palaces in India:

The Falaknuma Palace is about three miles from Charminar. This palace was built by one of the three paigan chief, Nawab Sir, Viquar-ul-Umer. He sold this palace to the Nizam VI, Nawab Mir Mahboob Ali Khan at the cost of thirty five lakhs of Asif Jahi Rupees in 1897 it is regarded as one of the finest palaces in India. No building in the City of Hyderabad equals this from the point of view of architecture and design. There is a much similarity in this palace as that of king Lousis-XIV.

Asman Garh Palace:

The palace was designed and built by Sir Osman Jah, a noble belonging to the Paigah family and one time Prime Minister of Hyderabad State. The granite turrets and arched windows of Asman Garh stand atop a hill some distance ahead of the Hyderabad TV tower. The palace now houses an archaeological museum.

Mahaveer Harina Vanasthali National Park

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The park is located at Vanasthalipuram, at a distance of 20 km from the city and originally the area was under the Nizam. The park was established in 1977. The flora is of dry scrub jungle with grass lands. Major plant species found here are Neem, Butea (Flame of the forest), Acacias, Bauhinias etc. apart from a variety of thorny scrub species. The park is famous for the endangered Black Buck, the state animal of Andhra Pradesh. The other species of animals commonly seen are Monitor Lizards, Mongooses, Porcupines and Hares besides a variety of Snakes. The avian fauna of the park comprises over 100 species and includes Partridges, Quails, Peacocks, Doves and birds of prey like Kites, Vultures etc. A variety of migratory birds can also be seen round the year. Short-toed Eagle is another rare species nesting in this area. This center offers audio-visual education on nature and wildlife and is supported by a good nature library. An exhibition hall displaying exhibits explaining intricate problems of wildlife conservation. Tourist facilities There are sheds for rest and observation towers for viewing the animals. A van is provided to take the visitors inside the park to see the animals from close quarters. From 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. daily except Mondays. The safari rides are between 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Rates of admission into Vanasthali in departmental van or mini bus are Rs.5/- per adult and Rs.3.00 per child. The best season to visit is Throughout the year.

Contact:

Aranya Bhavan,
Saifabad,
Hyderabad - 500 004
Tel: 25502180

Shilparamam

For arts and crafts:

Shilparamam is an arts and crafts village showcasing various art forms and handicrafts of various artists from all over the State. Shilparamam plays host to myrid traditions of arts and crafts of the country. The annual All-India Festival of Arts and Crafts held here in February brings to the limelight the cultural and artistic traditions from every nook and corner of the country and is a unique opportunity to take home a piece of India. Potential buyers can come and pick up objects of art directly from the artisans without having to deal with middlemen. At Shilparamam, every season brings with it the mood of festivity and an occasion to celebrate. Here Indian festivals are celebrated in the most traditional way and unique festivals bring together talents from the world over. At the heart of this picturesque crafts village, designed along the natural slopes, is the amphitheatre where performances ranging from classical music concerts and dances to contemporary English plays are staged. Further inside is the boating facility with both peddling and rowing boats. Shiparamam is a perfect place to take a day off from the busy city life.

How to reach:

Shilparamam is about 25 km from Hyderabad railway station and 31 km from Hyderabad bus station. Located at Madhapur, it is easily accessible by road and well connected by public transport.