30-650: Penchalakona is a village located in the Rapur Mandal of Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh , India, 70 km west of Nellore. The Penusila Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple is situated at the foot of a hill in the Penchalakona Valley. There is an image of the Lord, represented as a self-manifested one (Swayambhu). Two stones are entwined to form a lion's head upon a man's body. The "Sthalapurana", or ancient story, of
60-757: A total of five days. Devotees congregate for Narasimhaswamy Jayanthi to celebrate the occasion. Nellore Nellore is a city located on the banks of Penna River , in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh , India. It serves as the headquarters of the district, as well as Nellore mandal and Nellore revenue division . It is the fourth most populous city in the state. It is at a distance of 279 kilometres (173 mi) from Vijayawada , 660 kilometres (410 mi) from Visakhapatnam , 455 kilometres (283 mi) from Hyderabad and about 170 km (110 mi) north of Chennai , Tamil Nadu and also about 380 km (240 mi) east-northeast of Bangalore , Karnataka. It
90-448: Is also a proposal to build a no frills airport for the city. The city has a total road length of 1,189.95 km (739.40 mi). The proposed Outer Ring Road, existing arterial and internal roads helps reduce traffic congestion. The city is connected with major National highways such as, National Highway 16 , a part of Asian Highway 45 and Golden Quadrilateral , bypasses the city. Arcot Nawab The Carnatic Sultanate
120-705: Is also in Nellore. Nellore Municipal Corporation was constituted as a municipality on 1 November 1866 by the Madras District Municipality Act. It was upgraded to corporation on 18 October 2004 and has a jurisdictional area of 150.48 km (58.10 sq mi) with 54 wards. In 2013, fifteen gram panchayats namely, Allipuram, Ambhapuram, Buja Buja Nellore, Chinthareddypalem, Gudupallipadu, Gundlapalem, Kallurupalli, Kanaparthypadu, Kodurupadu, Narayanareddypeta, Navalakulathota, Nellore Bit-I (Kothuru), Peddacherukuru, Pottipalem, Vavilatepadhu were merged into
150-546: Is imparted by government, aided, and private schools of the School Education Department of the state. The medium of instruction followed by different schools are English and Telugu . Vikrama Simhapuri University is located in Nellore City which offers multiple graduation and post graduation courses to students. Apart from it, The south headquarters of Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management (IITTM)
180-621: Is subject both to droughts and to floods based on the seasons. Nellore has been ranked 18th best “National Clean Air City” under (Category 2 3-10L Population cities) in India. As of the 2011 census , Nellore city had a population of 505,258. The average literacy rate stands at 83.59% (male 87.53%; female 79.52%) with 387,192 literates, significantly higher than the state average of 73.00%. The expanded city population, post-merger of 15 gram panchayats into Nellore Municipal Corporation stands at 631,791 The primary and secondary school education
210-522: Is the administrative headquarters of Nellore District . There are various theories linked to the origin of the name Nellore. According to a mythological story from the Sthala Purana , the name is connected to a sacred lingam in the form of a stone found beneath a Phyllanthus emblica tree, also known as the nelli tree ( nelli , meaning 'emblica tree' in Proto-Dravidian and Telugu). The presence of
240-483: Is the present MLA of Nellore City assembly constituency representing Telugu Desam Party . Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy is the present MLA of Nellore Rural assembly constituency representing Telugu Desam Party . The residents of the city are generally referred as Nelloreans . The Rottela Panduga ( Roti festival) is an annual urs event celebrated at the Bara Shaheed Dargah (shrine of twelve martyrs) on
270-489: The Chola rulers ruled Nellore for a long period of time. The Cholas met their decline in the 13th century CE. Tamil inscriptions indicate that it formed part of Chola kingdom till their decline in the thirteenth century CE. It later became a part of Kakatiyas , Vijayanagara Empire , Sultanate of Golconda , Mughal Empire and Arcot Nawab . In 1758 Marathas under the command of Balwant Rao Captured Nellore from Nazibulla. In
300-611: The Krishna River . The Nawab Saadatullah Khan I moved his court from Gingee to Arcot . His successor Dost Ali Khan conquered and annexed Madurai in 1736. In 1740, the Maratha forces descended on Arcot. They attacked the Nawab, Dost Ali Khan , in the pass of Damalcherry. In the war that followed, Dost Ali, one of his sons Hasan Ali, and a number of prominent persons lost their lives. This initial success at once enhanced Maratha prestige in
330-459: The Lawyer Weekly newspaper are based out of Nellore. In addition, Eenadu , Vaartha AndhraJyothy and Sakshi newspapers are also printing local editions in Nellore. Local transport in the city include, two, three and four wheelers. Of these, privately operated auto rickshaws numbered around 6,000 in 2017, dominating most parts of the city for local commuting. Nellore bus station of
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#1732876699551360-653: The Maratha state of Tanjore, to satisfy some claims of the Dutch at Tranquebar on territories of the Rajah of Tanjore . The thirteenth Nawab, Ghulam Muhammad Ghouse Khan , died, and the British annexed the Carnatic Nawabdom, applying the doctrine of lapse . Ghouse Khan's uncle Azim Jah was created the first Prince of Arcot (Amir-e-Arcot) in 1867 by Queen Victoria , and was given a tax free-pension in perpetuity. He died in 1855 at
390-555: The south-west monsoon . Rainfall in Nellore occurs between the months of October and December due to the north-east monsoon . This period gives about 60 percent of the city's annual rainfall. Cyclones are common in the city during this period, causing floods and havoc. The maximum temperature is 36 to 46 °C (97 to 115 °F) during summer and the minimum temperature is 23 to 25 °C (73 to 77 °F) during winter. The rainfall ranges from 700 to 1,000 mm (28 to 39 in) through South West and North East Monsoons. Nellore
420-754: The 18th century, Nellore was taken over by the British from the Arcot Nawabs and was part of the Madras Presidency of British India . The first account was produced by John Boswell in 1873 as collector. This report by the British Includes Climate, agriculture, health statistics as well important taxation information. Social structure including important families of Nellore from the 1800s. These included Venketagiri Raja, kalhastri Rajah, The Chundi Zamindhar, The Mutiyalpad Zamindhar, Sayidapur Zamindhar, Jupalli Zamindhars of Udayagiri, Udayagiri Jaghirediar,
450-623: The French and their colonial wars had a huge impact on the Carnatic. Wallajah supported the English against the French and Hyder Ali , placing him heavily in debt. As a result, he had to surrender much of his territory to the East India Company . Paul Benfield , an English businessman, made major loans to the Nawab for the purpose of enabling him, who, with the aid of the English, had invaded and conquered
480-549: The Vazella Zamidhars of Gudur, Zamindhars of Ongole, Turrawar Poligar, Tadeboyina Polighar, The Chettiars Polighar, The Udathawar Polighar, The Gangulawar Poighar and Buchireddypalem Family. These families under the British Raj were responsible for the villages and lands in their possession. The British recognized the importance of Nellore in cultivation as well as important port of Krishnapatam. The city had an important role in
510-484: The banks of Swarnala Cheruvu. The event got its name after the practice of exchanging flat breads and attracts visitors from all religious backgrounds every year and from all over the country and also from foreign countries. Chepala Pulusu (fish curry) is a non-vegetarian recipe of the Nellore district, prepared from Korramennu . Malai Kaja Nellore Famous Sweet is a local sweet made from maida , milk and sugar . Zaminryot newspaper, established in 1930, and
540-487: The city operates district and long-distance services. Nellore railway station is classified as an A grade and Adarsh station in the Vijayawada railway division of South Central Railway zone . The city also has three small railway stations namely, Nellore South , Vedayapalem . and Padugupadu railway station The Southern Railway operates MEMUs regularly for commuting between Nellore and Chennai Central . There
570-722: The emergence of the British Raj . The old province, known as the Carnatic, in which Madras (Chennai) was situated, extended from the Krishna River to the Kaveri River , and was bounded on the West by Mysore kingdom and Dindigul , (which formed part of the Sultanate of Mysore ). The Northern portion was known as the ' Mughal Carnatic ', the Southern the ' Maratha Carnatic ' with the Maratha fortresses of Gingee and Ranjankudi . Carnatic thus
600-615: The emergence of the Telugu language and the formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh. Potti Sriramulu , who fasted until death for the formation of Andhra Pradesh, hailed from Nellore. Nellore is located at 14°26′N 79°59′E / 14.44°N 79.98°E / 14.44; 79.98 . It has an average elevation of 18 metres (59 ft). The climate of Nellore city can be placed under Tropical Savanna climate category according to Köppen climate classification which has hot and humid summers and warm winters. April and May are
630-498: The hottest months and the hot conditions generally last until the end of the June. December, January and February are the coolest months. As the Bay of Bengal is at a distance of 24 kilometres (15 mi) from the city, the sea breeze renders the climate of the city moderate both in winter and in summer. Humidity level in the city is high due to its proximity to the coast. Nellore does not receive
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#1732876699551660-579: The kings of Golconda and Bijapur, who divided the Carnatic between them. Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in 1692 appointed Zulfiqar Khan as the first subahdar of the Carnatic with his seat at Arcot as a reward for his victory over the Marathas led by Rajaram I . With the decline of the Mughal empire, the Carnatic subah became independent as the Carnatic Sultanate, which controlled a vast territory south of
690-408: The modern form "Nellore," used in both Telugu and Tamil-speaking regions. Historically, the area was known as Vikrama Simhapuri in medieval era. The abundance of paddy fields eventually led to the name being changed to Nellore. The region has long been associated with agriculture, particularly rice cultivation, which continues to play a significant role in its economy today. Nellore had been under
720-426: The municipal corporation. Present mayor of the city is Sravanthi. The city is one among the 31 cities in the state to be a part of water supply and sewerage services mission known as Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) . Nellore is represented by Nellore City assembly constituency and Nellore Rural assembly constituency for Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly . Ponguru Narayana
750-457: The nelli tree in this story is believed to be one of the etymological roots of the region's name. Another theory is that the name "Nellore" is derived from the Tamil word "nellu", which means "paddy" or "rice." The region is renowned for its vast rice cultivation, and the name reflects its agricultural heritage and the importance of rice production in the area. Over time, the name "Nelluru" evolved into
780-519: The rule of Mauryas , Satavahanas , Cholas , Pallavas , Pandyas , Kharavela of Chedi dynasty , Kakatiyas , Eastern Gangas of Kalinga Empire , Vijayanagara Empire , Arcot Nawabs and other dynasties. Nellore was ruled by Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty in the 3rd century BCE. Nellore was conquered by the rulers of the Pallava dynasty and it was under their rule till the 6th century CE, subsequently
810-509: The south. From Damalcherry, the Marathas proceeded to Arcot, which surrendered to them without much resistance. Chanda Sahib and his son were arrested and sent to Nagpur . Muhammad Ali Khan Wallajah became the ruler in 1749, however he was not officially crowned until 1752, and he was only recognised as an independent ruler by the Emperor of Delhi in 1765. The growing influences of the English and
840-551: The temple indicates that it was a famed for the swami "Thapovan of Kanvamaharshi" who performed penance there. There is an annual festival at the temple, which is a major event in Penchalakona, celebrated during Vaisakha , the period of time in the Hindu solar calendar that begins in mid-April in Bengal, Nepal, and Punjab. It starts on the day of Suddha Dwadasi and lasts until Bahula Padyami,
870-640: Was a kingdom in South India between about 1690 and 1855, and was under the legal purview of the Nizam of Hyderabad , until their demise. They initially had their capital at Arcot in the present-day Indian state of Tamil Nadu . Their rule is an important period in the history of the Carnatic and Coromandel Coast regions, in which the Mughal Empire gave way to the rising influence of the Maratha Empire , and later
900-581: Was the name commonly given to the region of Southern India that stretches from the East Godavari of Andhra Pradesh in the north to the Maratha fort of Ranjangudi in the south (including the Kaveri River delta), and Coromandal Coast in the east to Western Ghats in the west. With the decline of Vijayanagara Empire in 1646, the Hindu nayaks , established in Madurai, Tanjore and Kanchi, made themselves independent. However, they quickly became tributaries to
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