a town of Hindustan, in the nizam's territories, and the province of Bejapoor. It is the capital of a district of the same name, and is 130 miles south-west from Hyderabad. It is an irregularly-built town, being an old fort with some new works. It is commanded by a hill, and by some rising grounds near it. Long. 77. 17. E. Lat. 15. 59. N. The district extends along the north bank of the Toombuddra river, between the 13th and 16th degrees of north latitude.