Etah district facts for kids
Etah district is a special area, or district, located in the big state of Uttar Pradesh in India. The main town and headquarters of this district is called Etah. Etah district is also part of a larger area known as the Aligarh Division.
What is Etah District Like?
Etah district is home to many people. In 2011, about 1,761,143 people lived here. This number makes Etah district the 272nd most populated district in India out of a total of 640 districts.
Why Does Etah District Receive Special Funds?
In 2006, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj looked at all the districts in India. They found that Etah was one of 250 districts that needed extra help for development. Because of this, Etah district now gets money from a special program called the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme (BRGF). This program helps areas that need to grow more. Etah is one of 34 districts in Uttar Pradesh that currently receives these important funds.
See Also
- You can find more information about Etah district for kids in Spanish here: Distrito de Etah para niños
