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Explore Andhra Pradesh Districts: A Journey Through Its 26 Districts

Andhra Pradesh, a vibrant state in southern India, boasts a rich history and diverse culture. With the recent reorganization of districts, Andhra Pradesh now has 26 captivating districts spread across three regions: Uttaraandhra, Kostaandhra, and Rayalaseema. Let’s explore the unique charms of these districts.

This page provides an overview of the districts of Andhra Pradesh, perfect for researchers or travelers seeking a snapshot of the state’s diverse regions.

As per the Andhra Pradesh Govt. in April 2022, 26 districts will be formed instead of 13 districts, and the same old names for the districts now be formed with district centers.

The new districts include Manyam, Alluri Seeta Rama Raju, NTR, Anakapalli, Konaseema, Eluru, Bapatla, Palnadu, Nandyala, Sri Satyasai, Kakinada, Annamaiah, Sri Balaji, and Parvathipuram.

S.no	Districts	Population	Area	Density
1	Alluri Sitharama Raju	9,53,960	12,251	77.87
2	Anakapalli	17,26,998	4,292	402.38
3	Anantapuram	22,41,105	10,205	219.61
4	Annamayya	16,97,308	7,954	213.39
5	Bapatla	15,86,918	3,829	414.45
6	Chittoor	18,72,951	6,855	273.22
7	East Godavari	18,32,332	2,561	715.48
8	Eluru	20,71,700	6,679	310.18
9	Guntur	20,91,075	2,443	855.95
10	Kakinada	20,92,374	3,019	693.07
11	Konaseema	17,19,093	2,083	825.3
12	Krishna	17,35,079	3,775	459.62
13	Kurnool	22,71,686	7,980	284.67
14	Nandyal	17,81,777	9,682	184.03
15	NTR	22,18,591	3,316	669.06
16	Palnadu	20,41,723	7,298	279.76
17	Parvathipuramu Manyam	9,25,340	3,659	252.89
18	Prakasam	22,88,026	14,322	159.76
19	Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore	24,69,712	10,441	236.54
20	Sri Sathya Sai	18,40,043	8,925	206.17
21	Srikakulam	21,91,471	4,591	477.34
22	Tirupati	21,96,984	8,231	266.92
23	Visakhapatnam	19,59,544	1,048	1869.79
24	Vizianagaram	19,30,811	4,122	468.42
25	West Godavari	17,79,935	2,178	817.23
26	YSR Kadapa	20,60,654	11,228	183.53

Largest and Smallest District in Andhra Pradesh by Area

Area	District	Area
Largest	Prakasam	14322 km²
Smallest	Visakhapatnam	1048 km2

Largest and Smallest District in Andhra Pradesh by Population

Population	District	Population (Census 2011)
Most Populated	Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore	2,469,712
Least Populated	Parvathipuramu Manyam	925,340

FAQs Related to Andhra Pradesh Districts

Which is the largest district in Andhra Pradesh?
- Prakasam district is the largest district in Andhra Pradesh.
Which is the smallest district in Andhra Pradesh?
- Visakhapatnam district is the smallest district in Andhra Pradesh.

How many districts are there in Andhra Pradesh?
- Andhra Pradesh has 26 districts.
What are the three regions of Andhra Pradesh?
- The three regions of Andhra Pradesh are Uttaraandhra, Kostaandhra, and Rayalaseema.
Which district in Andhra Pradesh is famous for tourism?
- Several districts are popular tourist destinations, including Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, Chittoor, Srikakulam, and Krishna.
What is the best time to visit Andhra Pradesh?
- The best time to visit is the cooler months between October and March. Avoid monsoon season for travel ease.
How can I travel between districts in Andhra Pradesh?
- Andhra Pradesh has good connectivity with railways, and roads, and some districts have airports. You can travel by train, or bus, or hire a private car.