• Overview: Chitradurga district is located in Karnataka, India, with its headquarters in the city of Chitradurga. The district derives its name from Chitrakaldurga, a distinctive umbrella-shaped hill, and has historical ties dating back to the Ramayana and Mahabharata eras.
• Geography: The district is situated in the valley of the Vedavati River, with the Tungabhadra River flowing to the northwest. Historically known as Chitaldroog during British rule, the area is notable for its significant Jain pilgrimage site, the Heggere basadi.
• Demographics: According to the 2011 Census, Chitradurga has a population of 1,659,456, with a density of 197 inhabitants per km². The literacy rate is 73.82%, and the sex ratio is 969 females for every 1,000 males. Kannada is the primary language, spoken by 83.33% of the population.
• Economy: Chitradurga district was classified as one of the most backward districts in India in 2006. It is currently a recipient of funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme to support development initiatives.
• Religions: The district's religious composition is predominantly Hindu (91.63%), followed by Islam (7.76%), with a small percentage belonging to other religions or not stated.