Uttarakhand Has 13 districts, which are divided into
2 administrative divisions
| Garhwal Division | Kumaon Division |
| Dehradun | Nainital |
| Haridwar | Almora |
| Pauri Garhwal | Pithoragarh |
| Tehri Garhwal | Bageshwar |
| Rudraprayag | Champawat |
| Chamoli | Udham Singh Nagar |
| Uttarkashi |
Sumarry:
- Total divisions: 2 , Total districts: 13
- Garhwal division : 7 districts
- Kumaon division : 6 districts
Garhwal Division: District-wise Overview
1. Dehradun
Headquarters: Dehradun
Capital district of Uttarakhand Famous for educational institutions, forests, and nearby hill stations like Mussoorie.
2. Haridwar
Headquarters: Haridwar
One of the holiest cities in India. Famous for Har Ki Pauri and the Kumbh Mela.
3. Pauri Garhwal
Headquarters: Pauri
Known for beautiful Himalayan views, forests, and temples. A popular destination for nature lovers.
4. Tehri Garhwal
Headquarters: New Tehri
Famous for Tehri Dam, one of India's tallest dams. Popular for water sports and scenic landscapes.
5. Rudraprayag
Headquarters: Rudraprayag
Home to the sacred Kedarnath Temple. Located at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers.
6. Chamoli
Headquarters: Gopeshwar
Famous for Badrinath Temple, Valley of Flowers National Park, and Hemkund Sahib. Rich in natural beauty and biodiversity
7. Uttarkashi
Headquarters: Uttarkashi
Famous for Gangotri Temple, the source pilgrimage of the Ganga. A major destination for trekking, mountaineering, and adventure tourism.
Easy to Remember
- Capital district: Dehradun
- Holy city: Haridwar
- Scenic hills: Pauri Garhwal
- Big dam: Tehri Garhwal
- Kedarnath: Rudraprayag
- Badrinath & Valley of Flowers: Chamoli
- Gangotri: Uttarkashi
Kumaon Division: Districts wise over-view
1. Nainital
Headquarters: Nainital
Famous for Naini Lake and its beautiful hill station. A major tourist destination.
2. Almora
Headquarters: Almora
Known for its rich Kumaoni culture, ancient temples, and scenic Himalayan views. Famous for traditional handicrafts and local cuisine.
3. Pithoragarh
Headquarters: Pithoragarh
Called the "Little Kashmir of Uttarakhand" because of its beautiful valleys.
Shares borders with Nepal and China (Tibet).
4. Bageshwar
Headquarters: Bageshwar
Famous for the Bagnath Temple. A gateway to many Himalayan trekking routes.
5. Champawat
Headquarters: Champawat
Known for ancient temples and historical importance. Famous for Baleshwar Temple.
6. Udham Singh Nagar
Headquarters: Rudrapur
The industrial and agricultural hub of Uttarakhand. Named after Udham Singh.
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