1.2 Topography
The city is situated on the Deccan Plateau, with rocky terrain and scattered hill ranges. The Musi River flows through Hyderabad, supporting its water needs for both industrial and residential purposes.
1.3 Infrastructure
Power
Hyderabad’s power supply is managed by the TGSPDCL - Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited. The city enjoys an uninterrupted power supply, essential for industries like IT, pharma, and manufacturing.
1.4 Land Utilization
- Non-agricultural purpose: 80%
- Agricultural land: 0.6%
2. City at a Glance
Population (As per Census 2011)
6.8 million
Agriculture
N/A
Major Crops
- Grapes
- Guava
- Vegetables like brinjal
- Cabbage
2.1 Industrial Areas and Estates in the District
Hyderabad hosts 25 major industrial estates managed by the Telangana State Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (TSIIC). Notable industrial areas include:
- Jeedimetla Industrial Estate — a key hub for pharmaceuticals and chemicals.
- Kukatpally Industrial Estate — known for electronics and small-scale industries.
- Balanagar Industrial Area — focused on defense and aerospace manufacturing.
- Pashamylaram Industrial Park — catering to biotech and pharma sectors.
- Genome Valley — India’s first and largest biotech cluster.
3. Industrial Scenario of Hyderabad
The District has Large and Medium Industries in Cigarettes, Refrigerators, chemicals, Electricals with an investment of Rs. 47 Crores. Major Industries in the District are M/s Vazir Sultan Tobacco Co., M/s Voltas Ltd., M/s Agarwal Industries.
Key Industries
- Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology: Hyderabad, famously known as the “Pharma Capital of India,” contributes over 35% of India’s bulk drug production and is home to major companies like Dr. Reddy’s, Aurobindo Pharma, and Bharat Biotech.
- Information Technology (IT & ITeS): Hyderabad ranks among India’s top IT hubs with HITEC City and Cyberabad hosting companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
- Aerospace & Defense: The city is a strategic defense hub with DRDO labs, HAL, and BDL playing a key role in aerospace manufacturing.
- Textiles & Apparel: The Kohir and Sircilla clusters are known for weaving and textile processing.
- Food Processing: Hyderabad has a flourishing agri-based industry, specializing in rice milling, oil extraction, and bakery products.
3.2 Details of Existing Micro & Small Enterprises and Artisan Units in the District
| S.No | Sector wise SSI/Tiny Units | No.of Units | EMP. | P/M(Rs.in.000) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Textile Based) (Excluding Hosiery & Garments) | 8 | 59 | 1256 |
| 2. | Mineral Based | 120 | 880 | 18840 |
| 3. | Wood products. | 414 | 3038 | 64998 |
| 4. | Agro Based | 24 | 176 | 3768 |
| 5. | Basic Chemicals & Cosmotics (Excluding Drugs & Pharmaceuticals) | 433 | 3178 | 67981 |
| 6. | Electricals & Electronics | 521 | 3824 | 81797 |
| 7. | Plastic & Rubber | 508 | 3728 | 79756 |
| 8. | Paper Board & Printing | 1253 | 9197 | 196721 |
| 9. | Transport Equipment, Auto parts & Bycle parts | 159 | 1167 | 24963 |
| 10. | Beverages, Tobacco & Tobacco products | 23 | 168 | 3611 |
| 11. | Jute, Hemp & Mesta Textiles | 1 | 07 | 157 |
| 12. | Non-metalic Mineral based | 120 | 880 | 18840 |
| 13. | Metal Products | 1259 | 9241 | 197663 |
| 14. | Machinery & Parts except Electrical | 752 | 5519 | 118064 |
| 15. | Repair Services | 802 | 5886 | 125914 |
| 16. | Miscellaneous including Sport goods Stationery items etc. | 177 | 1299 | 27789 |
| 17. | Housier & Garments | 102 | 748 | 16014 |
| 18. | Leather Products | 150 | 1101 | 23550 |
| 19. | Food Processing | 375 | 2752 | 58875 |
| --------------------------------------------- | 7201 | 52,848 | 11,30,557 |
3.3 Major Exportable Items
Hyderabad’s industries play a significant role in boosting exports. The city's major exportable items include:
- Pharmaceuticals and Bulk Drugs
- IT & Software Services
- Aerospace Components
- Biotechnology Products
- Textiles & Handlooms
- Processed Food Items
3.4 Service Enterprises
Hyderabad’s service industry complements its industrial growth by offering specialized services, such as:
- Repair & servicing of motor vehicles like four wheelers, two wheelers
- IT & Software Development
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Financial Services & FinTech
- Healthcare & Medical Research
- Consulting & Engineering Solutions
Sources: (1). Last updated: 01/03/2025. Missing or inaccurate data? Report