Dharwad District

Dharwad District

History:

In the 14th century, the district was first invaded by the Bahmani dynasty and then annexed by the newly established Hindu Vijayanagar Kingdom. 1403. After King Vijayanagar was defeated in Tarikot (1565), Dharwad was virtually independent under the Hindu Governor for several years. But in 1573 the fort was captured by the Sultan of Villapur. Dharwad has been incorporated into the territory of the Bombay Presidency of the British East India Company. 

Famous for ?

Known as its place in the history of Hindustani music in Karnataka. The birthplace of Sawai Gandharwa. Bharat Ratna Pandit Bhimsen Joshi and Gangubai Hangal studied Hindustani music here, and Sawai Gandharva was their leader.

Area: 

The total area of the area is 4265km2.

Subdistricts:

The Dharwad has a total of eight subdistricts.

Villages:

There are a total of 118 villages in this area.

Cities:

There is only one city in this area.