Lalitpur

population:12,21,592

Headquarters:Lalitpur 

Urban Population:1,75,378 

Rural Population:10,46,214 

No. of Tehsils:5

Geographical Area:5,039 sq km 

The history of Lalitpur district is linked to the Bundela Rajputs. In the 17th century, Bundela Rajputs, descendants of Raja Rudra Pratap Singh of Orchha, established the Chanderi state, which included the present Lalitpur area. In 1861, the western part of the Betwa River, including Chanderi, was returned to Gwalior state, and the remaining area was made Lalitpur district.

It was merged with Jhansi district in 1891 and was granted independent district status again in 1974. Lalitpur district is rich in historical, religious, and cultural heritage. Located hereDeogarhduring his secretDashavatara Templeand is famous for its ancient Jain temples. The Nilakanthesvara Temple at Pali is an excellent example of Chandela architecture, while Pavagiri and Sironji are prominent and sacred pilgrimage sites for Jainism.