About Medak
Lying to the northwest of Hyderabad at about a distance of 100 Km, Medak, a small Telengana town, will offer you a slice of incredible India, where the dirt roads murmur history, an impressive collection of temples, churches and mosques speak of the multicultural, multi-religion fabric of rural India, the scenic surrounding shows off the richness of flora and fauna and the days-long festivals define the happy-go-lucky men and women residing in this amazing part of the world!History of Medak
It’s a small world, where you can see and breathe ancient India. With its 13th century citadel on top of a hillock and several ancient temples dotting the town, Medak leads you through the corridors of history.A home to roughly 50,000 people, Medak boasts of a rich history that dates back to the 13th century. The city prospered and reached its pinnacle during the reign of Prataprudra II, one of the most prominent rulers from Kakatiyan dynasty. Prataprudra II brought forward administrative reforms by dividing his vast kingdom into 75 Nayakships (chiefdoms), and Medak was one of them. Originally known as Sidapuram, the town was built on top of a small hillock and was a natural fortress in itself. The ruins speak of the architectural excellence of our ancient rulers. The fort was invaded first by Alauddin Khilji and later by Ghiasuddin Thuglaq. Eventually the fort came to serve as residence of provincial governors and later as posts of Qutub Shahi rulers.
In fact, in course of history, Medak was under the rule of several dynasties starting with Satavahana, Chalukya and Rastakuta to Qutub Shahi and Nizam kings. Historical researches point toward links with Ancient Rome as well.
Geography of Medak
Medak, a small town in Telengana shares its borders with the state of Karnataka on the western side. Nizamabad district is in the North, Warangal and Nalgonda districts are in the East. Hyderabad district is in the South of Medak. Medak has a typical Deccan topography with an average elevation of 442 meters (1450 feet). More than 30 percent of the place is covered with thick forests. Manjeera, Valdhi, Gudleruvagu and Kadaleru are the major rivers around Madek.Economy of Medak
Medak is part of one of the most economically backward regions in Telengana. A big chunk of the population lives under poverty line and is engaged in agriculture. Rice is the dominant crop of the area. Apart from high incidence of poverty and pseudo-unemployment, the region’s economy is also characterized by low literacy rate. Female literacy rate is remarkably low. Local artisans are known for their expertise with brass and silver works. A section of the artisans also earn living by making wooden artifacts and Siddipet Bathic paintings .Ordnance Factory Medak
(Source: www.ofmedak.gov.in)
Address:
The General Manager,
Ordnance Factory Medak,
Yeddumailaram(PO),
Medak(Dist),
Telangana-502205
Phone : 040-23283000 & 08455-238256
Fax : 040-23292950 & 08455-239074
e-Mail(Internet) : ofpm.ofb@nic.in
e-Mail(Comnet) : sysadmin.ofpm@ofb.net
Tourist Attractions in Medak
Seeking to walk off the beaten path? Then, Medak is definitely worth your visit. Apart from its ancient fort, Medak takes pride in its the century old cathedral, which is considered one of the largest in South India. Several old temples also dot the small town. Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple, Sri Venugopala Swamy temple and Koti Lingeshwara swamy temples are counted among Telengana’s major pilgrimages. Shri Saraswathi Kshetramu and Edupayala Durga Bhavani Gudi are two other must-visit temples in Medak.
While in Medak, you would also like to visit the serene Pocharam Lake and its amazing wildlife. The nearly Manjeera Forest and Kondapur are also sure to amaze you with their pristine beauty.
Best Time to Visit Medak
Festivals in Medak
Medak is a well known festival tourism
destination of Telengana. The place and its people are known for their
penchant for observing the traditional festivals with much fanfare.
During festivals Medak transforms itself from a quiet town into a grand
center of activities. The festivals draw tourists and devotees from the
neighboring states a well as from all over the country. The festival of
Bathukamma causes the maximum tourist influx. Telengana’s very own
autumn festival, Bathukamma coincides with Navrartri festivals. The
celebration that starts with the invocation of Goddess Durga on earth
comes to end at the 9th day of Dusshera, which marks the ultimate
victory of good over evil.Transport in Telangana
Medak is well connected to other big cities in Telengana by road and train. A road trip from Hyderabad via either NH7 or Medak Road will be utterly enjoyable on a bright day. Nearest airport is Hyderabad airport.Facts of Medak
Municipal town in Medak District of TelanganaAverage elevation: 442 meters (1450 feet).
Population as of 2011cencus: 44,255
Official Languages: Telugu
PIN 502110
Telephone code: 08452