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Gaurav Agrawal
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Udaipur
Aravalli lakes, Mewar history and mineral-led industry hub.
Last verified: 2026-05-06
Udaipur district is in southern Rajasthan, set amid the Aravalli ranges and known for its lake system. The city was founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1559 and served as the capital of the former princely state of Mewar. Its economy is led by tourism, with minerals, marble processing, chemicals, electronics and handicrafts also contributing.
District at a Glance
| Location | Udaipur district lies in southern Rajasthan between 23 deg 50' and 25 deg 05' N latitude and 73 deg 05' and 74 deg 40' E longitude. |
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| Area | The 2024-25 District Survey Report gives Udaipur district a geographical area of 11,724 square kilometres. |
| Population | The 2011 Census counted 3,068,420 people in Udaipur district. |
| Sex ratio | Udaipur district had a Census 2011 sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. |
| Literacy | The Census 2011 literacy rate of Udaipur district was 61.82 percent. |
| Rural share | Census 2011 recorded Udaipur district as 80.2 percent rural and 19.8 percent urban. |
| Scheduled Tribes | Census 2011 recorded Scheduled Tribes as 49.71 percent of Udaipur district population. |
District Administration
Current officeholders — sourced from public records.
Superintendent of Police
Amrita Duhan
Additional District Magistrate / Additional Collector
Dipendra Singh Rathore
District and Sessions Judge
Gyan Prakash Gupta
Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
Manna Lal Rawat
Udaipur Lok Sabha constituency
Bharatiya Janata PartySince 2024
Member of Legislative Assembly
Tarachand Jain
Udaipur Assembly constituency
Bharatiya Janata PartySince 2023
Member of Legislative Assembly
Phool Singh Meena
Udaipur Rural Assembly constituency
Bharatiya Janata PartySince 2023
History — Ancient → Medieval → Modern
City Foundation
Udaipur was founded by Maharana Udai Singh in 1559 A.D.
Foundation Legend
The Udaipur founding legend says Maharana Udai Singh met a holy man on a hill overlooking Lake Pichola.
Dhuni Mata Shrine
Dhuni Mata shrine marks the spot associated with Udaipur city's foundation and is now part of the oldest City Palace area.
Mewar Capital
Udaipur was the capital of the former princely state of Mewar.
Ahar Settlement
The 2024 District Survey Report says the Ahar River bank was inhabited around 2000 BCE.
Early Communities
The District Survey Report links early Ahar-area inhabitants with Bhil communities and Rajput settlement.
Mewar State Roots
Before independent India's district formation, Udaipur district was part of the former Mewar or Udaipur State.
1948 District Formation
In 1948, parts of Girwa, Khamnor, Rajnagar, Bhim, Magra, Kherwara and Kumbhalgarh helped constitute Udaipur district in the United State of Rajasthan.
New Tehsils
Nathdwara and Gogunda were created as new tehsils in Udaipur district during 1951-61.
Rajsamand Separation
In 1991, seven tehsils were transferred from Udaipur district to create Rajsamand district.
2008 Tehsil Additions
Rishabhdeo and Lasadiya became new Udaipur tehsils in 2008.
Salumber District Split
In 2023, Salumber district was notified by joining Salumber, Jhallara, Sarada, Semari and Lasadiya tehsils.
Art, Culture, Heritage & Tourism
Jagdish Temple Style
Rajasthan Tourism describes Jagdish Temple as an Indo-Aryan style temple built in 1651.
Vishnu Temple Patron
Jagdish Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and was built by Maharana Jagat Singh I.
Gangaur Ghat Haveli
Bagore-ki-Haveli stands beside Lake Pichola at Gangaur Ghat.
Mewar Haveli Builder
Amar Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar, built Bagore-ki-Haveli in the 18th century.
Haveli Art Galleries
Bagore-ki-Haveli has more than one hundred rooms displaying costumes and modern art.
Rural Craft Complex
Shilpgram is a Rural Arts and Crafts Complex situated west of Udaipur near Fateh Sagar Lake.
Aravalli Craft Campus
Rajasthan Tourism says Shilpgram covers 70 acres and is surrounded by the Aravallis.
Living Folk Museum
Shilpgram was conceived as a living museum for the folk and tribal lifestyles of the west zone.
Ancient Nagda Traces
Nagda, 22 kilometres from Udaipur, has traces of the 6th century A.D.
Sahastrabahu Temple Complex
The Sahastrabahu temple complex at Nagda dates to the 9th-10th century A.D.
Rishabhdeo Jain Temple
Rishabhdeo Ji is a 15th-century Jain temple dedicated to Rishabhdeoji.
Mewar Spring Festival
The Mewar Festival in Udaipur is observed to welcome the arrival of spring.
Geography, Climate & Ecology
Aravalli Setting
Udaipur city is set amid the Aravalli ranges of Rajasthan.
Aravalli Barrier
The Aravalli Range around Udaipur separates the district from the Thar Desert.
City of Lakes
Udaipur is known as the City of Lakes because of its lake system.
Major City Lakes
Five major Udaipur lakes named in the District Survey Report are Fateh Sagar, Pichola, Swaroop Sagar, Rangsagar and Doodh Talai.
Lake System
The Udaipur lake system includes Lake Pichola, Rang Sagar, Swaroop Sagar, Fateh Sagar, Badi, Madar and Udai Sagar.
Valley Lake Chain
The District Environment Plan says Udaipur lakes form a chain in a saucer-shaped valley.
Water Supply Sources
Udaipur water supply depends on surface and underground sources including lakes, stepwells, tube wells and wells.
Pichola Islands
Lake Pichola contains the Jagniwas and Jagmandir islands.
Fateh Sagar Link
Fateh Sagar Lake lies north of Lake Pichola and is connected to it by a canal.
Berach Dam Lake
Udai Sagar Lake was formed by a dam on the Berach River.
Jaisamand Alternate Name
Jaisamand Lake is also known as Dhebar Lake.
Forest Cover
The 2024 District Survey Report says Udaipur district has about 297,620 hectares under forest.
Economy — Sectors, Industry, Energy
Tourism Economy
The District Survey Report says Udaipur's economy is primarily driven by tourism.
Industrial Mix
Minerals, marble processing, chemical manufacturing, electronics manufacturing and handicrafts also contribute to Udaipur's economy.
Mineral Resources
The District Survey Report lists lead, zinc, silver, rock phosphate, baryte, fluorite, granite, marble, masonry stone, soapstone, rhyolite, pyrophyllite and bajri among minerals found in Udaipur district.
Industrial Strength
The Industrial Potential Survey says Udaipur is among Rajasthan's leading industrial districts because of mineral resources and transport access.
Industrial Units
As of March 31, 2018, Udaipur district had 49 large and medium-scale industrial units.
Industrial Areas
RIICO had developed 11 industrial areas in Udaipur district by 2018.
Zinc Industry
Hindustan Zinc Ltd. at Debari is listed among Udaipur district's large industries in the Industrial Potential Survey.
Electronics Industry
Secure Meters Ltd. at Pratapnagar is listed among Udaipur district's large industries.
Kharif Crops
Udaipur district's main kharif crops include maize, rice, tur, moong, urad, cotton and sugarcane.
Rabi Crops
Udaipur district's main rabi crops include barley, wheat, gram and mustard.
Political & Administrative Setup
District Collector
The District Collector is the head of Udaipur district for revenue, law and order matters.
Subdivision Count
The 2024 District Survey Report says Udaipur district has 10 sub-divisions.
Subdivision Officers
Each Udaipur sub-division is headed by a Sub-divisional Officer or Magistrate.
Tehsil Headquarters
The 2024 District Survey Report says Udaipur district has 11 tehsil headquarters.
Panchayat Samitis
For Panchayati Raj implementation, Udaipur district is divided into 14 Panchayat Samitis.
Assembly Constituencies
The 2024 District Survey Report lists Gogunda, Jhadol, Kherwara, Mavli, Udaipur, Udaipur Rural and Vallabhnagar as Assembly constituencies in the district profile.
Lok Sabha Election
Form 21E for the 2024 Lok Sabha election declared Manna Lal Rawat elected from 19-Udaipur (ST).
Governance Initiatives & Schemes (2025-26)
Smart City SPV
Udaipur Smart City Ltd. is a special purpose vehicle formed under the Smart Cities Mission.
Company Incorporation
Udaipur Smart City Ltd. was incorporated in 2016.
Urban Focus Areas
USCL lists heritage conservation, integrated infrastructure, mobility, water supply, sewerage and solid waste management among its key focus areas.
Lake Conservation
Five major Udaipur lakes were included under the Government of India's National Lake Conservation Plan restoration project.
Air Pollution Plan
The District Environment Plan identifies Udaipur as a non-attainment city for air pollution management.
Air Quality Monitoring
Udaipur has a Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station at Court Circle installed in July 2017.
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Question 1 of 10
Who founded Udaipur in 1559 A.D.?
Frequently asked questions
Why is Udaipur called the City of Lakes?
Udaipur is often called the City of Lakes because seven lakes surround the city.
How far is Udaipur from Delhi?
Udaipur is about 660 kilometres from Delhi according to the District Survey Report.
Which airport serves Udaipur?
Maharana Pratap Airport serves Udaipur and is about 20 kilometres from the city.
Which railway stations are named for Udaipur in the District Survey Report?
Udaipur City railway station and Rana Pratap Nagar railway station are the two stations named in the District Survey Report.
What transport modes connect Udaipur?
Udaipur is connected by road, rail and air transportation facilities.