Khammam (ఖమ్మం) is a district in eastern Telangana, India, bordering Andhra Pradesh. Its headquarters is Khammam city, an important commercial and administrative centre. The district is known for its agricultural landscape, regional markets and connections between Telangana and coastal Andhra Pradesh.
Telugu is the main language, alongside Urdu and languages spoken by tribal communities. Festivals, religious traditions and local markets reflect the district’s diverse population. Agriculture, trade, transport and services support livelihoods, with paddy, cotton and chilli among the important crops. Khammam Fort is a prominent historic landmark in the district headquarters, while the Kusumanchi temples are noted for their heritage.
Common civic concerns include reliable irrigation, drinking water, roads, drainage and sanitation. Farmers care about crop prices, market access and timely agricultural support. Residents also seek accessible healthcare, stronger schools and employment opportunities. Urban growth, protection of water bodies and equitable services for rural and tribal communities are recurring development priorities.