![]() Location of Gurgaon District Gurgaon District lies between 27 degree 39 minutes and 28 degree 32 minutes 25 seconds latitude, and 76 degree 39 minutes 30 seconds and 77 degree 20 minutes 45 seconds longitude. On its north, Gurgaon District is bounded by the district of Rohtak and Delhi. Faridabad District lies to its east. On its south, Gurgaon District shares boundaries with Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. In the west, this district is bounded by Rewari District and Rajasthan. ![]() Gurgaon District derived its name from Guru Dronacharya. It is stated in the history of Gurgaon District that this place was given to Guru Dronacharya as 'gurudakshina' by the Pandavas. Slowly, it came to be known with its present name that is Gurgaon. Gurgaon District was formed on 15th August, 1979. This district was further separated in order to form Faridabad District. Geography of Gurgaon District Gurgaon District has a considerable topographic diversity. Soils of this district are of mixed variety. It is rocky at some places of the district. A seasonal year in Gurgaon District is divided into summer season, winter season, monsoon season and post monsoon period. Humidity prevails in the monsoon season in the district and dry winds blow during the summer season. Culture of Gurgaon District The language of Meos is Mewati, a sub dialect of north-eastern Rajasthani language. ![]() Administration of Gurgaon District Administration of Gurgaon District comprises nine development blocks namely Tauru, Nuh, Pataudi, Nagina, Punhana, F.P.Jhirka, Sohna, Gurgaon and Farrukhnagar. It has two sub-divisions - Gurgaon (North and South). The five tehsils of Gurgaon District are Gurgaon, Sohna, Pataudi, Farrukhnagar and Manesar. Deputy Commissioner is the Chief District Officer of the administration. He is assisted by Sub Divisional Magistrate heading a sub division. Additional Deputy Commissioner is in-charge of District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) for development of the district. Tourism in Gurgaon District There are several places of interest in Gurgaon District, which are major tourist attractions. ![]() With the passage of time, Gurgaon District has witnessed a phenomenal growth in all spheres of development particularly in urbanization and creating industrial climate. Thus, it is considered one of the major towns of Haryana. Gurgaon town is situated at about 32 kms away from Delhi. (Last Updated on : 18-03-2014) |
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Gurgaon District, Haryana