Angul district, Administrative district in Northern division, India
Angul district extends over 6,375 square kilometers in Odisha state, bordered by Dhenkanal, Deogarh, Kendujhar, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, Sonepur, Boudh, and Nayagarh districts.
The district originated from conflicts between a feudal ruler named Anu and the regional king, leading to its establishment as a separate administrative entity in 1993.
The population includes Gonds, Kandhas, and Sabaras tribes, with Hinduism representing 98.81 percent of religious practices and Oriya as the primary language.
The district maintains strong industrial presence through National Aluminum Company, Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, and National Thermal Power Corporation, supporting the regional economy.
Located at an elevation of 875.5 meters, the district experiences temperature variations from 47 degrees Celsius in summer to 10 degrees Celsius in winter.
Location: Northern division
Inception: April 1, 1993
Capital city: Angul
Elevation above the sea: 875.5 m
Shares border with: Debagarh district
Website: http://angul.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 20.83300,85.10000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:57
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