Geography:
Etah is located at 27.63°N 78.67°E.[1] It has an average elevation of 170 metres (557 feet). Surroundings:
Etah's nearest district and surrounded by Budaun, Aligarh, Farrukhabad, Mainpuri, Firozabad, Mahamaya Nagar, Kasganj.Previously Kasganj was a part of district Etah. Kasganj was established on 15 April 2008 by separating Kasganj, Patiali and Sahawar tehsils from district Etah. The
re are 8 blocks Jaithara, Marehara, Nidhauli Kalan , Sakit, SheetalPur, Awagarh, Aliganj, Jalesar. Etah District Facts:
It is the one of the 34 most backward district of Uttar Pradesh that is receiving funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Program. Majority people are Yadavs and Rajputs. NH 91 passes through this district. Agriculture:
The primary occupation of the people of the district is agriculture. The area is situated between Ganga and Yamuna (Doaab) which is highly fertile land (Alluvial soil). The farmers are taking even three crops in a year. The water for irrigation is available round the year.Major Agricultural Products: Rice, wheat, barley, jowar, bajra, maize
Etah District Density 2011:
The initial provisional data released by census India 2011, shows that density of Etah district for 2011 is 717 people per sq. In 2001, Etah district density was at 636 people per sq. Etah district administers 2,456 square kilometers of areas. Cultural:
Etah is a developing city. It is the district headquarter since the British times. National Highway 91 (India)(NH 91) passes through city Etah. The Padav maidan (open field ) is the field used for the army during army movements. Every Year this field is use for Ram-Lila at Dussehra in month September and October and for Exhibitions in month from December to February. Only these are the two events in a year when public of district Etah can enjoy the events like Kavisammelan, Dance competition and Fair. Demographics:
As per provisional data of 2011 census, Etah urban agglomeration had a population of 131,023, out of which males were 69,446 and females were 61,577. The literacy rate was 85.62 per cent.[2]
Religions in Etah:
Religion Percent
Hindus 66%
Muslims 32%
Jains 1.4%
Others† 0.6%
The opening of railway line by the first president Mr. Rajendra Prasad.....
Here is only one small railway line from ETAH to Tundla and further railway connectivity to Kasganj and Aligarh is on high demand by people of Etah. Railway Ministry has approved the survey for direct trains to New Delhi, Agra and Aligarh. A Thermal Power Project of 1320 MW is proposed at Jawaharpur, situated approx 10 Km from Etah, Ministry of Environment has cleared the project, Land acquisition work is over and construction of the same shall start in the year 2013, will boost up the power supply in UP
Religious Places
Bada Jain Mandir, Kailash Mandir, Hanumangarhi, Kaali Mandir, Soron (birthplace of Goswami Tulsi Das), Janta Durga Mandir, Vijaynagar, Pathwari Mandir. Patiali is the birth place of Amir Khusro. The famous Kailash Mandir at Etah was built by King Dil Sukh Rai Bahadur and is 148 years old. Noah Kera village was famous for marriage of Lord Sri Krishna with Rukmini. Etah is also known for world famous Gurukul. It is said to be providing education using traditional methods. Gurukuls are ancient residential schools. Education:
Schools in the town include Tulip Public School and Assisi Convent School, Sarswati Vidya Mandir is the most school in Etah
Ganjdundwara PG College in Ganjdundwara is the best college in the district for Science students. Hangouts:
Mehta Park and Thandi Sadak ,Ghanta Ghar are famous hangout places for people here. Mehta Park is famous for it's Indian dish Samaosa
Famous Personalities:
Amir Khusro was born in Patiyali, Etah and is considered as one of the best poets of Urdu. Town of Etah is also known for two famous freedom fighter brothers Satyavrata and Dr. Satyadev. Two brothers rubbed their shoulders with Mahatma Gandhi during the struggle for Indian independence. Sushila Devi was the first lady to have performed homa for all the four vedas in the city of Etah.
