Bidar
Known as the pulse bowl of Karnataka, Bidar is situated right atop the state geography and is perhaps one of the few districts to witness a phenomenal growth curve in investments since 2011. 60% of its cultivation is dedicated to sugarcane, jawar, bajra, pulses, ginger, sunflower and soybean. Bidar is the next hot spot for agro and food processing with its immense agricultural potential. Bidar’s contribution amounts to 3% of the state's agricultural sector.
Infrastructure & Resources
Land
Bidar has its land and soil well utilized with varied cropping. The soil is suited for the cultivation of pulses and is acknowledged by people for the excellent quality produce. The district has a forest cover of 2.56%. Land Bank Area: 178.82
Water
Bidar district falls under the Godavari basin that extends over 4411 sq km and Krishna basin that covers 585 sq km. However, it also has three rivers Manjara, Mullamiri and Chulkinala that aid irrigation. Bidar has an irrigated area of 16% of the net area sown.
Power
Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (GESCOM) is handling the power transmission to the district of Bidar. Power generation is handled by the varied organizations like NTPC, KPCL, and other sources including RTPS, solar power of 15 MW and 18MW generated by sugar industries. The average consumption in the district is 900 MU per annum, but the average demand stands at 180 MW.
Natural Resources
Bidar has natural resources that include bauxite, kaolin, red ochre, laterite stone, building stone and quartz.
Human Resources
Bidar has noteworthy higher educational institutions including a University of Veterinary Sciences and Horticulture Studies. Skilled resources, especially for the agricultural sector, are provided by these institutions.
Connectivity
Proximity to three domestic airports supports the district’s connectivity. Bidar already has a helipad and a domestic airport at Kalaburgi (Gulbarga). The Hyderabad International Airport is a mere 134 km away from Bidar. Two national highways connect its road network for high accessibility on ground. NH9 connects Bidar to Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andra Pradesh. NH13 connects it to Vijayapura (Bijapur) – Maharashtra and Karnataka. The closest seaports are located in Goa and Mumbai.
Living in Bidar
Temperatures in Bidar vary between 16 degree celsius and 27 degree celsius. The district has well-developed infrastructure and access to basic amenities.
Healthcare
75
Government Hospitals
71
Allopathy Hospitals
3
Indian System of Medicine Hospitals
58
Primary Health Centres
8
Community Health Centres
Places of interest
Major Occupation
Hotels Nearby
Business hotels available
Education
2643
Schools
164
PU Colleges
4
Medical Colleges
24
General Colleges
4
Engineering Colleges
Famous For
Industries Growing With Karnataka
Investment Opportunities
Projects
| Project & Description | Industry Sector | Estimated Cost (INR Crores) | Agency | Status |
| National Investment and Management Zone (NIMZ) in Bidar | Industrial Infrastructure | 12,000 | KSIIDC | DPR under preparation |
| Animal BT Park/Vivarium, Bidar | Infrastructure | 120 | KBITS | Conceptualization |
District Contact
Joint Director
District Industries Centre
Beside BUDA office,
Naubad, Bidar – 585 401
Phone: 08482/232769/233129 (temporary)
Email: [email protected]
Other Contacts
Additional Chief Secretary to Government Commerce & Industries Department
# 106, 1st Floor, Vikasa Soudha, Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi, Bengaluru 560 001, India
Phone: +91 80 2225 2443
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Commissioner for Industrial Development Director of Industries and Commerce
No. 49, South Block, Khanija Bhavan
Race Course Road Bengaluru 560 001, India
Phone: +91 80 2238 6796
Email: [email protected]
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Chief Executive Officer
Invest Karnataka Forum
3rd Floor, Khanija Bhavan (East Wing), No. 49, Race Course Road, Bengaluru – 560 001, India
Phone: +91 80 22205333
Email: [email protected]
Managing Director
Karnataka Udyog Mitra
3rd Floor, Khanija Bhavan (East Wing), No.49,
Race Course Road, Bengaluru 560 001, India
Phone : 91-80-2228 2392, 2228 5659; 2238 1232
Email : [email protected]
Visit us at: www.kumbangalore.com
Managing Director
Visvesvaraya Trade Promotion Centre (VTPC)
VTPC Building, Kasturba Road, Bengaluru-560001.
Phone: 080-2286 0644, 2253 4444
Email: [email protected]
Chief Executive Officer and Executive Member Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board
4th & 5th Floor, East Wing, Race
Course Road, Bengaluru 560 001, India
Phone: +91 80 2226 5383, 2226 7900
Email: [email protected]
Visit us at: www.kiadb.in