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CHITRADURGA:
District head quarters. Famous for its historic fort. It is the place
where Obavva fought against Hyder Ali. It was ruled by a local chieftain
Madakari Nayaka.
VANIVILAS SAGAR DAM:
A scenic spot ideal for picnics. It is situated 32 Kms from Chitradurga.
CHANDRAVALLI:
Situated on the North West foot of the Chitradurga hill. Lake and caves
at this place are quite attractive.
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Area: |
8,388 Sq. Km |
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Head Quarters: |
Chitradurga |
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Population: |
15,10, 227 Male:
7,72,649 Female: 7,37,578
Density Per Sq. Km:
179 Sq.Km.
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Taluks: |
6 - Chitradurga, Challakere, Hosadurga, Hiriyur, Holalkere and
Molakalmur. |
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Hoblis: |
22 |
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Revenue Division: |
Bangalore |
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Rivers: |
Vedavathi and
Chinnahagari. |
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Crops: |
Groundnuts, Sunflower,
Ragi. |
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Minerals: |
Granite, Chromite,
Manganese, Marble. |
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Industries: |
Copper Mining, cotton textiles, sugar, chemicals. Molakalmur silk
sarees are famous. |
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Tourist Attractions: |
Chitradurga stone fort, Murugharajendra Mutt, Sirigere Taralabalu
Mutt, Vani Vilas Sagar Dam, Chandravalli. |
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