Curpa, an extensive district of Hindustan, in the province of Golconda, formerly governed by a nabob, who received his appointment from the court of Delhi. It subsequently fell into the hands of the Nizam of the Deccan, by whom, in the year 1800, it was ceded to the British. It is now subdivided into two collectorships under the Madras government, Cuddapah and Bellary, the former comprehending the eastern and the latter the western portion of the Balaghat ceded districts. The principal towns are Cuddapah, Wandicotta, and Combam. The country, with the exception of the hilly parts, produces grain, cotton, sugar, and other articles, and is daily improving under the administration of the English.

town and fortress of the above district. It is mentioned in history in the year 1687 as the residence of a nabob under the kings of Golconda; and on the conquest of that country by the Mahomedans, the same officer was confirmed in his office by Aurungzebe. It is now the residence of a British judge and collector of revenue. Long. 79. E. Lat. 14. 28. N.