Area :- 61.88 Sq.Km.
State :- Andhra Pradesh
STD Code :- 0866
Population :- 851282
Literacy :- 71%
Season :- September To February
Temperature:-
Winter :- Max: 30OC Min :10OC
Summer :- Max: 46OC Min: 17OC
Vijayawada, the third largest city in Andhra Pradesh is located on the banks
of the river Krishna. Vijaywada literally meaning 'The Place of Victory', derived
its name from the presiding deity Kanaka Durga also known as Vijaya.
Earlier known as Bezwada it was an important centre of the Vishnukundin rulers
in the 5C -6C and the headquarters of the Early Chalukyas of Badami. The city
is a major railway Junction in South India.
Vijayawada is a thriving business centre and a convenient base to visit the
varied historical sites in the vicinity.
