Rayadurg () is a taluk headquarters and municipality in Anantapur district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. According to 2001 Indian census, Rayadurg had a population of 54,127 with 51% males and 49% females. Rayadurg has an average literacy rate of 56%, lower than the national average of 59.5% with male literacy of 65% and female literacy of 47%. In Rayadurg, 13% of the population is under 6 years of age. A famous medieval fort is here... 'Rayadurga' literally means "King's Hill Fortress". The Rayadurga Fort played a very significant role in the history of the Vijayanagar Empire. The fort has many inner forts and is inaccessible for enemies to attack. It is built at a height of 2727ft. from sea level. Rayadurga was originally a stronghold of Balija palegar who were very turbulent during the Vijayanagar rule. The emperor deputed an officer to drive them out and ruled the place himself and the hill was thus called "Bhupatirayakonda". After the battle of 'Rakshasa...
