Mayurbhanj district

Mayurbhanj district spans eastern Odisha with rolling hills, dense forests, and valleys that rise to approximately 550 meters in elevation. The landscape is shaped by varying terrain that creates a diverse environment across the region.

The Bhanja dynasty governed the region from their capital at Khiching before the area fell under British rule in the early 1800s. This shift marked a major turning point in the region's political and administrative structure.

Local communities practice traditional Chhau dance performances and Jhumar folk songs that have been handed down through generations. These art forms remain embedded in everyday celebrations and gatherings across the region.

National Highway 18 connects the district to larger cities and provides good road access for travel by car. Regular train services offer an alternative for those covering longer distances through the region.

Simlipal National Park occupies the central portion of the district, creating a distinctive pattern of roads and settlements around its protected forests. This layout has shaped how communities are distributed geographically across the surrounding area.

Location: Central division

Capital city: Baripada

Elevation above the sea: 559.31 m

Shares border with: West Singhbhum district, Balasore district, Jhargram district, Paschim Medinipur district, Kendujhar district, Seraikela Kharsawan district

Website: http://mayurbhanj.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 21.93300,86.73300

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:12