About Hubli Dharwad - An Introduction
The twin cities of Hubli-Dharwad are located at a distance of 420 kms from Bangalore. The cities of Hubli and Dharwad is 21 kms apart, was incorporated as one city in 1961.
Hubli is a well known commercial and industrial centre, whereas Dharwad is a seat of learning with large number of Arts, Science, Commerce and Law Colleges in the city .
History Of Hubli Dharwad
The word Dharwad means a small place. This district was ruled by various dynasties from the 5th century onwards. Important among them are Badami and Kalyan Chalukyas, Rastrakutas, Vijayanagar, Adilshahi, Mysore kingdom and Peshawas of Pune. Due to the rule of Peshwas, influence of Marathi is seen in the early decades of the 19th century. During the British rule, Dharwad became the divisional headquarter of educational administration and Kannada the vernacular language of the people gained prominence
The major religions in the district are Hinduism, Islam, Jainism and Christianity. The majority of Hindus are found in both urban and rural areas. The population of the district is divided mainly into 3 categories, viz., main workers, marginal workers and non-workers. In the district, dry farming is the backbone of the agricultural economy. Agriculture is even now labour-intensive enterprise. Hence the district has an above average proportion of workers in its population and offers opportunities to seasonal workers.
In 1962 the erstwhile towns of Dharwad and Hubli were amalgamated to constitute the Hubli Dharwad Municipal Corporation. Thus strictly speaking, the district takes its name from a portion of the pre-eminent town of the district. In 1830, the southern Maratha country was brought under Regulation VII and the territories were formed into one Collectorate called Dharwad District or Zilla. Before trifurcation of the district into Gadag and Haveri, the district consisted of 17 talukas.
How to Reach Hubli Dharwad
By Air :
The nearest Airport is Hubli airport which is 10 kms. away.
By Rail :
Hubli Dharwad has a railway station with in the city and is linked by rail other cities in India.
By Road :
Hubli Dharwad is well connected by KSRTC & Private bus services. It is connected to all major cities nearby.