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Azamgarh district is one of the three districts of Azamgarh division in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. [2] Etymology. The district is named after its headquarters town, Azamgarh. Azam, a son of Vikramajit, founded the town in 1665. Vikramajit, a descendant of Gautam of Mehnagar in pargana Nizamabad, had converted to Islam.
ABOUT DISTRICT. The district is named after its headquarters town, Azamgarh, which was founded in 1665 by Azam, son of Vikramajit. Vikramajit a descendant of Gautam Rajputs of Mehnagar in pargana Nizamabad, like some of his predecessors, had embraced the faith of Islam.
Azamgarh is a city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is the headquarters of Azamgarh division, which consists of Ballia, Mau and Azamgarh districts. Azamgarh is situated on the bank of Tamsa River (Tons). It is located 268 km (167 mi) east of the state capital Lucknow and 809 km from the national capital, Delhi.
2 days ago · It is the headquarters of Azamgarh division, which consists of three districts Azamgarh, Mau and Ballia. Azamgarh is situated on the bank of Tamsa River. Geographically, Azamgarh is situated on the eastern part of Uttar Pradesh.
Azamgarh, a part of Azamgarh Division is a district of the Uttar Pradesh state with its administrative headquarters located at the Azamgarh city. The name of the district is derived from the name Azam, the son of Vikramajit, founded the town in 1665.
Sep 18, 2024 · Azamgarh district administration is headed by the District Magistrate of Azamgarh. The District Magistrate is assisted by Chief Development Officer and Additional District Magistrate. The district is divided into 08 Tehsils and 17 Development Blocks .
Azamgarh, city, eastern Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. It lies along the Tons River, a tributary of the Ghaghara, north of Varanasi (Benares). Azamgarh was founded in 1665 by Aʿẓam Khan, a local chief for whom it is named.
