Kalaburagi
Kalaburagi is known as the Tur bowl of Karnataka, contributing 40 % of the state’s production with most of the population engaged in agriculture here. The district also specializes in cement production and is recognized as a cement producing zone under Karnataka industrial policy 2009-14. Apart from tur, jowar, bajra and paddy also grow here and it cultivates a variety of fruits and flowers. Kalaburagi has immense scope for bio-fuel plantation and afforestation. Floriculture, aromatic and medicinal herbs are other thrust areas in the district. It also has a well-developed dairy industry in the cooperative sector under the banner of Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF).
Infrastructure & Resources
Land
Kalaburagi ‘s land is spread across 10,94,120 ha with 9.42% of uncultivated area and remaining land of 13.25% as well as 3.02% forest land. Land Bank Availability: 180 acres
Water
Kalaburagi is bordered with rivers across both the southern and western sides. River Krishna flows along the southern side of the district and draws a natural boundary with Raichur district; while River Bhīma on the western boundary separates it from Vijayapura (Bijapur) district. It also has Amaraja, Mullamari, Bennithora, Kagina and Bori streams flowing in the region.
Power
Kalaburagi is powered by the Raichur Thermal Power Plant. However, Kalaburagi Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (GESCOM) handles power transmission in the district. Average annual consumption of power in the district is 3707.60 lakh units.
Natural Resources
Natural resources in the district include limestone, granite and quartz.
Human Resources
Kalaburagi is widely recognized for imparting excellent education. It has several well established educational institutes.
Connectivity
Three domestic airports of Belagavi (Belgaum), Ballari (Bellary) and Hubballi (Hubli) and three international airports at Goa, Hyderabad, and Bangalore have it covered across the air route. By rail, the district is connected to major cities like Bengaluru, Chennai, Trivandrum, Hyderabad, Bhuvaneshwar, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and New Delhi. 1,251.81 km of state highway runs across the district and port access is provided by ports of Karwar, Mangaluru (Mangalore) and Goa.
Living in Kalaburagi
Temperatures in Kalaburagi vary between 8 degree celsius and 45 degree celsius. The district has all the basic amenities and provides excellent access to resources.
Healthcare
115
Allopathy Hospitals
9
Indian System of Medicine Hospitals
16
Community Health Centres
9
Primary Health Centres
Places of interest
Major Occupation
Hotels Nearby
Business Hotels Available
Education
1966
Schools
247
PU Colleges
27
Degree Colleges
16
Polytechnic Colleges
12
Medical Colleges
17
Engineering College
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 Kalaburgi | Industrial Infrastructure | 15000 | KSIIDC | DPR Under Preparation |
| 24×7 Water Supply to the Entire Corporation Areas of Belagavi, Kalburgi and Hubli-Dharwad Area | Urban Infrastructure | 1809 | KUIDFC | Conceptualization |
Additional Projects
- A minor airport has been proposed in the district.
- SITP Textile Park has been sanctioned to Kalaburagi to be established at Nandur Kesaratagi industrial area at an estimated cost of INR 0.43 billion. Around 5000 to 10000 direct/indirect employment would be generated in the proposed textile parks.
- District boasts of a 106 acre Jewargi Agro Food park with specialized infrastructure facilities required for food processing and allied industry.
- Power Company of Karnataka Ltd (PCKL) has proposed a 1320 MW thermal power project in the district.
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