saw Khuldabad acquire an increased importance as a burial site for Mughal royals, since it neighboured Aurangabad, which served as the Mughal Empire's de facto capital during his rule. Aurangzeb himself chose to be buried here, following which the town acquired its modern name of Khuldabad from the ruler's post-humous title 'khuld-makan'. Mughal patterns of patronage persisted with the Mughals' successors in the Deccan, the Asaf Jahis (also known as the Nizams). Several nobles of the dynasty were buried in the town, including the founder Asaf Jah I. Khuldabad's continued importance was due to nearby Aurangabad's continued function as capital of the Asaf Jahi territories. Both the Mughals and the Asaf Jahis made architectural contributions to the town. Geography and climate Khuldabad is located at . It enjoys a pleasant climate, moderated by its altitude (2,732 feet / 832.7 metres). The town rises about 500 feet (152.4 metres) above the surrounding plains. The world famous Ellora caves are about 4 miles from Khuldabad. Lodging such as State Guest-house and traveller's bungalows are provided to tourist and they are maintained by Zilla Parishad. Demographics India census, Khuldabad had a population of 12,794. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Khuldabad has an average literacy rate of 64%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 72%, and female literacy is 56%. In Khuldabad, 16% of the population is under 6 years of age. Religion in Khuldabad City Religion in Khuldabad Taluka Places of interest Khuldabad is surrounded by a high fortified wall built by Aurangzeb. It has seven gates viz., Nagarkhana, Pangra, Langda, Mangalpeth, Kumbi Ali, Hamdadi and a wicket called Azam Shahi. The gateway in the direction of Aurangabad is approached by a paved ascent which continue inside the town for about 200 to 300 feet. The wall has collapsed at many places and may collapse totally before long. The sepulchre of Aurangzeb lies almost midway between the north and the south gates. It is within the enclosure containing the dargah of Burhan ud din . A steep paved ascent some 30 yards in length leads from the road side to the entrance of the building. After passing through a domed-porch and gateway, erected in about 1760, a large quadrangle is entered, on three side of which am open-fronted buildings. While one of these is used for conducting a school, others are set apart for the