Chandauli

Chandauli is located in the southeastern part of Uttar Pradesh and serves as an important agricultural district. Often referred to as the "Rice Bowl of Uttar Pradesh," it is known for its fertile land, rice production, and strategic location near Varanasi and Bihar. The district combines agricultural prosperity with historical and religious significance.

## Population Approximately 1.95 million (Census 2011; current estimates are higher)

## Area 2,554 km²

## Tehsils Chakia, Chandauli, Sakaldiha

## Major Cities & Towns Chandauli, Mughalsarai (Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Nagar), Chakia, Saiyadraja

## Languages Hindi (Official), Bhojpuri widely spoken

## Education The district has a growing educational infrastructure with government and private schools, degree colleges, vocational institutes, and technical education centers. Literacy rates have improved significantly over the past decade.

## Tourism Devdari Waterfall, Rajdari Waterfall, Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary, Latif Shah Dam, historical sites around Chakia

## Famous Food Rice-based dishes, Litti-Chokha, seasonal sweets, traditional Bhojpuri cuisine