• Overview: Kalaburagi district, formerly known as Gulbarga, is located in northern Karnataka, India. The district has a population of 2,566,326 (2011), with a population density of 233 inhabitants per km². The district headquarters is Kalaburagi city, situated between latitudes 17.12° and 17.46° N and longitudes 76.04° and 77.42° E.
• History: The name "Kalaburagi" means "stony land" in Kannada. Historically, the area has been ruled by several dynasties, including the Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavas, and Kakatiyas, and became the capital of the Bahmani Sultanate. The region is now known for being one of the most backward areas in Karnataka.
• Economy: Designated as one of India's most backward districts, Kalaburagi receives funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme.
• Places of Interest: Key historical sites include the Ashokan edicts at Sannati, the Rashtrakuta capital at Manyakheta, Kalaburagi Fort with its unique Jama Masjid, and the Haft Gumbaz tombs of Bahmani kings.
• Geography: The district features a range of elevations from 300 to 750 meters above sea level, with the Bhima River as the main watercourse. It consists of 11 talukas.
• Demographics: The district has a literacy rate of 64.85%, with 32.56% of the population living in urban areas. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes constitute 25.28% and 2.54% of the population, respectively. Major languages include Kannada (65.70%) and Urdu (18.15%).