![]() History of Ghazipur District Ghazipur District was constituted a separate district in 1818. Originally the district was very big, including not only modern Ballia but also Narwan of Varanasi, Chausa of Buxar (Bihar) and Pargana of Sagari, Ghosi, Mau and Muhammadabad in Azamgarh District. Early history of Ghazipur District dates back to Vedic and Ramayana era. It states that this region was covered with dense forests and many Ashrams were situated here. It was an important centre of Lord Buddha's preaching. Geography of Ghazipur District Ghazipur District is garlanded by Ganga, Karamnasa and Gomti, that makes this region stronger in economic and geographic condition. The total geographic area of this district is 3384 sq kms. Ghazipur is embellished with picturesque geographical environs. Geography of Ghazipur District is a part of mid Gangetic plains. Total area is approximately 3, 33,209 Hectares in which 2, 52,824 Hectare is for agriculture purpose. Approximately 38 percent of soil is cattle field. This district does not contain any forest area. Administration of Ghazipur District ![]() Education in Ghazipur District Literacy rate in Ghazipur District is around 59.55 percent, out of which male literacy rate is 74.87 percent and female literacy rate is 42.36 percent. Education level is also standard in the district. Ghazipur District has several Post Graduate College, Government Homeopathic College, Government Poly-technique College, Government Industrial Training Institute, Technical Education Research Institute, Unani Medical College and many other educational institutes. Culture of Ghazipur District Culture of Ghazipur District is rich and vibrant. It is composed of traditional beliefs, fairs, festivals, music and folk dances. Makar Sankranti, Janmashtami, Ramnavami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Holi, Id Ul Fitr, Muharram, Id Ul Zuha are some of the main festivals celebrated in the district. Near about 32 fairs are held in different parts of the district on various occasions. Tourism in Ghazipur District In Ghazipur District there are several places worth exploring. It is one of the popular tourist destinations of Uttar Pradesh. Aunrihar, Bhitari, Bahadurganj, Ghazipur, Dildarnagar, Gauspur and Zamania are some of the noteworthy places of interest in this district. These places have historical as well as religious importance. The District has a sound agricultural base and reasonably good infrastructure but industrial potential is low. |
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Ghazipur District