It is one of the 3 revenue divisions in the district which consists of 13 mandals under its administration.

[1][2] The history of the division dates back to Britishers rule in India, when it has its existence.

The present sixteen mandals became part of the division on 25 May 1985.

[3] The division comprise 373 revenue villages, 342 gram panchayats and two municipalities of Eluru and Tadepalligudem.

[3] The mandals administered under Eluru revenue division are:[1]