Uttar Pradesh (UP) is one of the largest and most populous states in India, located in the northern part of the country. It is known for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and economic importance. The state is divided into 75 districts, which are further categorized into divisions for administrative convenience.

We will explore various aspects related to the districts of Uttar Pradesh, including the number of districts, a list of all districts, a map, the largest and smallest districts, and their populations.

Explore the Districts Of Uttar Pradesh with Map 2025

Uttar Pradesh is located in the northern part of India. Uttar Pradesh shares its border with 8 states and 1 union territory which is maximum. Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand in North, Bihar Jharkhand in the east, Rajasthan in West and Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh in the south. To the north, it shares a border with the country of Nepal. The state is centrally located in the northern plains, making it one of the most strategically and culturally significant regions in India. Its capital is Lucknow, and other major cities include Varanasi, Agra, and Kanpur. UP lies to the east of Rajasthan and west of Bihar on the map of India.

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How Many Districts in Uttar Pradesh (UP)?

As of 2025, Uttar Pradesh has 75 districts. These districts are spread across 18 divisions, and each district is an administrative unit with its own local governance and regional focus. The state’s capital is Lucknow, and each district plays a crucial role in the state’s economy, culture, and administration.

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75 Districts of Uttar Pradesh 2025

Here is a list of all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh as of 2025, arranged alphabetically:

1. Agra	2. Aligarh	3. Allahabad (Prayagraj)	4. Ambedkar Nagar	5. Amethi
6. Amroha	7. Auraiya	8. Azamgarh	9. Baghpat	10. Bahraich
11. Ballia	12. Balrampur	13. Banda	14. Barabanki	15. Bareilly
16. Basti	17. Bhadohi	18. Bijnor	19. Budaun	20. Bulandshahr
21. Chandauli	22. Chitrakoot	23. Deoria	24. Etah	25. Etawah
26. Faizabad (Ayodhya)	27. Farrukhabad	28. Firozabad	29. Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida)	30. Ghaziabad
31. Gorakhpur	32. Hamirpur	33. Hapur	34. Hardoi	35. Jhansi
36. Jalaun	37. Jaunpur	38. Jhansi	39. Kannauj	40. Kanpur Dehat
41. Kanpur Nagar	42. Kasganj	43. Kaushambi	44.Kushinagar	45. Lakhimpur Kheri
46. Lalitpur	47. Lucknow	48. Mua	49. Meerut	50. Mirzapur
51. Moradabad	52. Muzaffarnagar	53. Pilibhit	54. Pratapgarh	55. Rae Bareli
56. Rampur	57. Saharanpur	58. Sambhal	59. Sant Kabir Nagar	60. Sant Ravidas Nagar
61. Shahjahanpur	62. Shamli	63. Shravasti	64. Siddharthnagar	65. Sitapur
66.  Sonbhadra	67. Sultanpur	68. Unnao	69. Varanasi	70. Shamli
71. Mau	72. Gorakhpur	73. Aligarh	74. Fatehpur	75. Bulandshahr

Largest Districts in Uttar Pradesh (by Area)

The largest district in Uttar Pradesh by area is Lakhimpur Kheri. Covering an area of approximately 7,680 square kilometers, it is situated in the northern part of the state. Known for its agricultural land, Lakhimpur Kheri is rich in crops like sugarcane, wheat, and rice.

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Top 5 largest districts (by area) in Uttar Pradesh are:

1. Lakhimpur Kheri – 7,680 square kilometers
2. Sonbhadra – 6,905 square kilometers
3. Hardoi – 5,986 square kilometers
4. Prayagraj – 5,482 square kilometers
5. Jhansi – 5,024 square kilometers

Smallest Districts in Uttar Pradesh (by Area)

The smallest district in Uttar Pradesh by area is Hapur. Located in the western part of the state, it spans an area of approximately 1,535 square kilometers. Known for its proximity to Delhi, Hapur is a key agricultural hub, producing crops like sugarcane, wheat, and vegetables.

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Top 5 smallest districts (by area) in Uttar Pradesh are:

1. Hapur – 649 square kilometers
2. Gautam Buddha Nagar – 720 square kilometers
3. Shamli – 1,266 square kilometers
4. Bagpat – 1,321 square kilometers
5. Bhadohi – 1,646 square kilometers

UP District Map UP District Map 2025

The district map of Uttar Pradesh outlines the 75 districts and their geographical locations. The map provides clarity on the boundaries and locations of major cities and administrative divisions. The districts of Uttar Pradesh are typically categorized into 18 divisions. These divisions help in the administrative organization of the state. Some well-known divisions include Kanpur, Allahabad (Prayagraj), Meerut, Lucknow, and Varanasi.

List of Districts of Uttar Pradesh with Area and Population

Here is a table listing the districts of Uttar Pradesh along with their approximate populations, based on the most recent census data (Census 2011). Please note that population figures may have slightly changed since then, and more current data can be obtained from official government sources.

S.No.	District	Area	Population
1.	Agra	4,041	4,418,797
2.	Aligarh	3,788	3,673,889
3.	Ambedkar Nagar	2,350	2,397,888
4	Ayodhya	2,555	2,470,996
5.	Amethi	2,329	2,050,133
6.	Amroha	2,249	1,840,221
7.	Auraiya	2,016	1,379,545
8.	Azamgarh	4,054	4,613,913
9.	Budaun	4,234	3,127,621
10.	Bagpat	1,321	1,303,048
11.	Bahraich	2,981	3,487,731
12.	Ballia	3,349	3,239,774
13.	Balrampur	4,408	2,148,665
14.	Banda	4,402	1,799,410
15.	Barabanki	4,120	3,260,699
16.	Bareilly	2,688	4,448,359
17.	Basti	4,561	2,464,464
18.	Bijnor	4,262	3,682,713
19.	Bulandshahr	4,441	3,499,171
20.	Chandauli	2,541	1,952,756
21.	Chitrakoot	3,216	991,730
22.	Deoria	2,540	3,100,946
23.	Etah	2,431	1,774,480
24.	Etawah	2,311	1,581,810
25.	Farrukhabad	2,181	1,885,204
26.	Fatehpur	4,152	2,632,733
27.	Firozabad	2,407	2,498,156
28.	Gautam Buddha Nagar	720	1,648,115
29.	Ghaziabad	1,179	3,343,334
30.	Ghazipur	3,377	3,620,268
31.	Gonda	4,003	3,433,919
32.	Gorakhpur	3,321	4,440,895
33.	Hamirpur	4,021	1,104,285
34.	Hapur	649	1,338,311
35.	Hardoi	5,986	4,092,845
36.	Hathras	1,840	1,564,708
37.	Jalaun	4,565	1,689,974
38.	Jaunpur	4,038	4,494,204
39.	Jhansi	5,024	1,998,603
40.	Kannauj	2,093	1,656,616
41.	Kanpur Dehat	3,021	1,796,184
42.	Kanpur Nagar	3,155	4,581,268
43.	Kasganj	1,955	1,436,719
44.	Kaushambi	1,779	1,599,596
45.	Kushinagar	2,905	4,021,243
46.	Lakhimpur Kheri	7,680	3,564,544
47.	Lalitpur	5,039	1,221,592
48.	Lucknow	2,528	4,589,838
49.	Maharajganj	2,952	2,684,703
50.	Mahoba	3,144	875,958
51.	Mainpuri	2,760	1,868,529
52.	Mathura	3,340	2,547,184
53.	Mau	1,713	2,205,968
54.	Meerut	2,559	3,443,689
55.	Mirzapur	4,405	2,496,970
56.	Moradabad	2,233	3,126,507
57.	Muzaffarnagar	2,742	2,869,934
58.	Pilibhit	3,686	2,031,007
59.	Pratapnagar	3,717	3,209,141
60.	Prayagraj	5,482	5,954,391
61.	Rae Bareli	3,937	2,903,507
62.	Rampur	2,367	2,335,819
63.	Saharanpur	3,689	3,466,382
64.	Sant Kabir Nagar	2,390	2,199,774
65.	Bhadohi	1,646	1,715,183
66.	Sambhal	1,015	1,578,213
67.	Shahjahanpur	4,388	3,006,538
68.	Shamli	1,266	1,273,578
69.	Shravasti	1,640	1,117,361
70.	Siddharthnagar	2,895	2,559,297
71.	Sitapur	5,743	4,483,992
72.	Sonbhadra	6,905	1,862,559
73.	Sultanpur	2,457	2,249,036
74.	Unnao	4,558	3,108,367
75.	Varanasi	1,535	3,676,841

Divisions of Uttar Pradesh (18 in Total)

To make administration more efficient, the 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh are organized into 18 divisions.These divisions help manage governance, law and order, and development programs across the state. 

Division	Major Districts
Agra	Agra, Mathura, Firozabad, Mainpuri
Aligarh	Aligarh, Etah, Hathras, Kasganj
Ayodhya	Ayodhya, Ambedkar Nagar, Barabanki, Gonda, Basti
Azamgarh	Azamgarh, Mau, Ballia
Bareilly	Bareilly, Badaun, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur
Basti	Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, Siddharthnagar
Chitrakoot Dham	Banda, Chitrakoot, Hamirpur, Mahoba
Devipatan	Bahraich, Shravasti, Balrampur, Gonda
Gorakhpur	Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, Maharajganj
Jhansi	Jhansi, Lalitpur, Jalaun
Kanpur	Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, Auraiya, Etawah
Lucknow	Lucknow, Raebareli, Hardoi, Unnao, Sitapur, Lakhimpur Kheri
Meerut	Meerut, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Baghpat, Bulandshahr, Hapur
Mirzapur	Mirzapur, Sonbhadra, Bhadohi
Moradabad	Moradabad, Amroha, Bijnor, Rampur, Sambhal
Prayagraj	Prayagraj, Kaushambi, Fatehpur, Pratapgarh
Saharanpur	Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Shamli
Varanasi	Varanasi, Ghazipur, Jaunpur, Chandauli

Population Insights (Latest Projections 2025)

As per Census 2011, UP’s population was 199.8 million. Based on growth trends, the estimated population in 2025 is around 240–245 million, making it India’s most populous state.

Major Infrastructure & Connectivity Initiatives

Uttar Pradesh is witnessing rapid growth with several major infrastructure and connectivity projects underway.

• High-Speed Corridor from Ayodhya to Varanasi
  The NHAI has begun preparing a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for a 192 km access-controlled corridor between Ayodhya and Varanasi. This project is expected to significantly enhance travel efficiency and drive regional growth.
• Ganga Expressway Progress Report
  The 594 km, six-lane Ganga Expressway (connecting Meerut to Prayagraj) is nearing completion:
  • Earthwork: 99%
  • GSB & WMM: 97%
  • Main carriageway DBM: 96%
  • Structures completed: 1,489 out of 1,500
    Overall project progress is at about 89%.
• Upper Ganges Canal Expressway Get Approved
  The UP government has approved the eight-lane Upper Ganges Canal Expressway, linking Bulandshahr (Noida) to Haridwar via Muzaffarnagar, paving the way for future construction.

Transport & Smart Mobility Enhancements

Uttar Pradesh is transforming its transport sector with digital reforms, smart mobility solutions, and modern infrastructure upgrades.

• Digital Transport Reforms Launched
  CM Yogi Adityanath unveiled several transport initiatives:
  • Digital Bus Tracking via “Margdarshi” app
  • Saral Transport Helpline (149)
  • E-ticketing across 14,000 UPSRTC buses via CSCs
  • Introduction of over 80 modern buses across fuel types (electric, CNG, AC, double-decker), and
  • Foundation of seven modern bus stations under PPP.

Economic, Tech & Industrial Growth

Uttar Pradesh is rapidly emerging as a hub for industrial expansion, technological innovation, and startup growth.

• Boosting Cement Manufacturing
  Massive infrastructure growth has made UP the largest cement consumer in India. Investments worth ₹3,228 crore have been committed under IIEPP-2022, with major players like JK Cement, Shree Cement, UltraTech, and ACC scaling up operations.
• Ambitious Tech & Startup Vision
  UP aims to foster 15-20 decacorns (₹10B+ firms) by 2047. Key targets:
  • AI cities in Lucknow and Kanpur
  • Incubation centers in every division
  • Partnering with ISRO for satellite-enabled disaster management
  • Upskilling 40 million youth in deep tech areas
• Aerospace & Defence Investment Policy
  The state cleared a landmark Aerospace & Defence Unit and Employment Promotion Policy, aiming to attract ₹50,000 crore in investments and generate 100,000 jobs. It offers substantial land and capital subsidies, with a special focus on startups and women entrepreneurs.

Education, Agriculture & Urban Development

Uttar Pradesh is driving holistic growth through major advancements in education, agriculture, and urban development.

• “Udgam” Digital Platform for Teachers
  UP launched “Udgam” (Unifying Development of Great Academic Minds), a portal that enriches educational practices—covering pedagogy, vocational learning, tech, sports, and community engagement. Several teachers were honored during the launch.
• Samarth Education Portal Rollout
  The Samarth portal will become the sole administrative platform across colleges and universities in UP by 2025–26, phasing out private ERP systems and improving transparency in faculty promotions. 
• New Forestry University in Gorakhpur
  The first-ever Forestry & Horticulture University in North India is being built in Gorakhpur. Spread over 50 hectares with a green campus, it has an allocated fund of ₹621 crore.
• Guru Jambheshwar University Launch
  UP’s new state university in Moradabad—named Guru Jambheshwar University—has been recognized by UGC and began academic operations in 2025 with 372 affiliated colleges.
• Krishonnati Yojana Agriculture Push
  Under Krishonnati Yojana, the Centre allocated ₹550 crore for UP (FY 2025–26), promoting digital farming, hybrid crop varieties, better irrigation systems, and mechanized tools via district-level targeting.
• Five Strategic Seed Parks Planned
  UP plans to launch five seed parks across agro-climatic zones (Western UP, Terai, Central UP, Bundelkhand, Eastern UP), with a ₹2,500 crore PPP-based rollout to boost high-quality seed supply.

Policy & Governance Highlights

Uttar Pradesh is introducing stricter policies and governance reforms to ensure better security, transparency, and administrative efficiency.

• Tougher Nepal-Boundary Immigration Rules
  New rules effective from September 1 strengthen immigration control in UP, especially in seven Nepal-bordering districts. Measures include mandatory Form C/S, penalties, and digital tracking of foreign nationals

Social Welfare & Urban Enhancement

Uttar Pradesh is focusing on social welfare and urban transformation through innovative programs and massive infrastructure investments.

• Stray Dog Welfare Now Recognized
  UP introduced a reward system for NGOs and urban local bodies excelling in stray dog sterilization, vaccination, and organized feeding—complete with impacted feeding points and humane oversight.
• Urban Development: ₹25,000+ Crore Infusion
  UP has earmarked ₹25,310 crore for urban beautification—enabling sports facilities, smart city elements, drainage infrastructure, and model municipalities in 17 key cities.

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