Tanuku

Educational development in Tanuku dates back to the early 1900s, with the establishment of institutions such as the Zilla Parishad Boys High School in 1902, contributing to literacy and regional education. It is the mandal headquarters of Tanuku mandal . Tanuku is the Third largest in the West Godavari District after Bhimavaram,and Tadepalligudem in terms of population. Tanuku is the Textile Hub of both West Godavari district and East Godavari district. There are a Significant number of Large scale and Small scale Spinning Mills

Tanuku serves as a regional service center for surrounding mandals. Its historical administrative role, combined with its educational institutions and judicial presence, contribute to its importance in the district.

Tanuku has a historical association with judicial administration dating back to the British colonial period, when it functioned as a taluk headquarters under the Madras Presidency.