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Sambalpur, Commercial city in Odisha, India

Sambalpur extends along the Mahanadi River valley, featuring multiple industries including rice mills, textile manufacturing plants, and metal processing facilities.

The region contains archaeological evidence from the Paleolithic period, with ancient texts mentioning the area as Sambalaka during the second century CE.

The production of Sambalpuri sarees, characterized by traditional patterns and weaving techniques, represents a major textile heritage of eastern India.

The Sambalpur Junction railway station functions as a central transportation hub within the East Coast Railway Zone, connecting multiple regions across India.

The Hirakud Dam, constructed in 1957 across the Mahanadi River, stands as one of the longest earthen dams in the world.

Location: Sambalpur district

Elevation above the sea: 135 m

GPS coordinates: 21.47054,83.97615

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15

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