Which District has the Shortest Name in Haryana? Know About It

Haryana is a state in northern India that has many districts. Some of these district names are long, while others are short and easy to say. Each district has its own special history, culture and importance. One district in Haryana has the shortest name among all, making it stand out in a unique way. In this article, we will learn about that district and some interesting facts about it.

An Overview of Haryana

Haryana is a state in northwestern India. It was formed on 1 November 1966 after Punjab was divided based on language. The capital is Chandigarh, which it shares with Punjab. Faridabad is the largest city and Gurgaon is a big financial and tech hub. Haryana has 22 districts, 6 divisions, many towns, villages and local bodies that help in its administration and development.

Number of Districts in Haryana

Haryana has a total of 22 districts. It is divided into 6 administrative divisions. The state also has 72 sub-divisions, 93 tehsils, 50 sub-tehsils, 140 development blocks, 154 cities and towns, 7,356 villages and 6,222 village panchayats for local governance.

District with the Shortest Name in Haryana

Nuh is the district with the shortest name in Haryana. It has only three letters in its name. Earlier, it was known as Mewat district but was renamed as Nuh in 2016. Nuh is part of the National Capital Region and is known for its rich history, culture and salt production during the Mughal period.

Number of Letters in Nuh District

The name ‘‘Nuh” has only three letters, making it the shortest district name in Haryana. No other district in the state has a name this short. It is easy to spell and remember.

An Overview of Nuh District

Nuh district, earlier called Mewat, is one of Haryana’s 22 districts. It lies in the National Capital Region and has the highest Muslim population in the state. Covering 1,860 sq. km, it had a population of 1.09 million in 2011. It borders Gurugram, Palwal and parts of Rajasthan. Nuh has four sub-divisions: Nuh, Ferozpur Jhirka, Punahana and Taoru.

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