Hamirpur

population:11,04,285

Headquarters:Hamirpur 

Urban population:2,09,848 

Rural Population:8,94,437  

Number of Tehsils:4

Geographical Area:4,121.9 sq km 

Hamirpur district is located in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh.Chitrakoot DhamIt is part of the division. It is an important district located in the north-eastern part of Bundelkhand, connecting Bundelkhand with the central areas of Uttar Pradesh.

In the medieval period, the Chandela rulers had influence here, after whom various Rajput, Bundela and Muslim rulers ruled this area. In the year 1803, the British established their authority over this area and in 1823 Hamirpur was made an independent district. This area also played an important role in the freedom struggle of the year 1857. After Mahoba was made a separate district in the year 1995, the present administrative boundaries of Hamirpur were determined. Plateau and plain areas are prominent in the geographical structure here. The confluence of Yamuna and Betwa rivers takes place near Hamirpur city, which is the main geographical feature of the district.

found on the banks of the Betwa Rivercoarse sandIt is also a unique natural and economic feature of the district. Chandel-era temples, ancient monasteries, and religious sites in the district reflect its historical and cultural heritage. Of particular note are the ancient Vishnu temple at Bira and the Chandel-era monastery at Kariyari.