Etawah (इटावा) is a district in southwestern Uttar Pradesh, India, near the Madhya Pradesh border. Its administrative headquarters is Etawah city. The district lies around the Yamuna and Chambal river landscapes and is known for agriculture, ravine country and wildlife habitats.
Hindi is widely spoken, alongside regional speech associated with the surrounding Braj and Kannauj areas. Farming, livestock rearing, trade and services support local livelihoods, while festivals, markets and religious gatherings shape community life. Notable destinations include Etawah Safari Park and the National Chambal Sanctuary, associated with gharials, river dolphins and diverse birdlife. Rail and road connections link the district with major northern Indian cities.
Common civic concerns include reliable drinking water, drainage, sanitation, road maintenance and access to healthcare and education. Rural communities also care about irrigation, farm incomes and employment opportunities. River conservation, protection of wildlife habitats, and managing erosion and seasonal flooding are important environmental and planning issues.