Which District of Haryana is called the City of Weavers, Check Here

Haryana is one of the major states located in the northwest of India. This state is not only known for its culture and diversity, but the sportspersons here have also given it a special identity. In the sports field, this state is also called the state of sportspersons.

Moreover, this agriculturally rich state is known for its significant contribution to Indian agriculture. We find mention of the state in epics like Mahabharata and even in the 1857 revolution.

Each district here has its specialty. You must have read and heard about different districts of the state. However, do you know which district of Haryana is also known as the city of weavers? To know more about it, read further. 

When was the Haryana State formed?

The state of Haryana was formed on November 1, 1966, as the 17th state of India by separating it from Punjab. This state is spread over a total area of 44,212 square kilometers, about one and a half percent of India.

What are the total districts and divisions in Haryana?

The total number of districts in Haryana is 22, which come under 6 divisions. In these divisions, there are a total of 93 sub-divisions, which include a total of 97 tehsils. There are a total of 10 Municipal Corporations, 46 Nagar Palikas, 21 Nagar Parishads, more than 6 thousand Gram Panchayats, and more than 100 Panchayat Samitis. The population density of the state is 573 per square kilometer.

Which are the largest and smallest districts in Haryana?

The largest district of Haryana is Sirsa, which is spread over a total area of 4276 square kilometers. Whereas the smallest district is Faridabad, which is 742.9 square kilometers.

Four districts-Four directions 

The easternmost district of Haryana is Yamunanagar. Whereas the northernmost district is Panchkula, the southernmost district is Nuh, and the westernmost district is Sirsa.

What is the literacy rate of Haryana?

In the year 2011, the total literacy rate of Haryana was recorded at 75.5 percent. Wherein the literacy rate of men was 84.06 percent and the literacy rate of women was 65.94 percent.

Which district is called the City of Weavers?

Panipat district is known as the city of weavers. Cloth and carpets are produced in this district. At the same time, this is the center of the cheapest thread in India. The blankets prepared by the weavers here are sent to the soldiers.