Mantralayam
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Mantralayam is a pilgrim village in Kurnool district in Andhra Pradesh, India, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River on the border with neighbouring state of Karnataka. It is known for being the site of the samadhi of Raghavendra Tirtha, a saint who lived in the 17th century. He is believed to have chosen to be enshrined alive in a meditative state in front of his disciples at the site of the temple.[1] Thousands of people visit the Raghavendra Math and temples on the banks of the river.[2]
Demographics
Mantrayalam Taluk has a population of 61,294 people with roughly 92% Hindus, 7% Muslims and 0.5% Christians and 0.2% people following other faith.Telugu is the official language and spoken as mother tongue overwhelmingly and Urdu and Kannada spoken in minority.
Cities Nearby mantralayam:
The primary cities near Mantralayam in Andhra Pradesh, India are Kurnool, Raichur (Karnataka), and Hyderabad. These cities are located relatively close to Mantralayam, making them easily accessible for travel and exploration. Mantralayam itself is a small town located on the Tungabhadra River, near the border with Karnataka, and is known as a pilgrimage site.
Here's a more detailed look:
- Kurnool: Located in Andhra Pradesh, Kurnool is about 90 kilometers from Mantralayam.
- Raichur: In Karnataka, Raichur is just across the border from Mantralayam.
- Hyderabad: While not directly adjacent, Hyderabad is a major metropolitan area and can be reached by various routes from Mantralayam.
Mantralayam is also well-connected to other cities in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka through road and rail transportation. Template:Pie chart
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