Odisha (ଓଡ଼ିଶା)
Administrative Divisions
Odisha are divided into 30 districts for administrative purposes. Here's a closer look at each:
List of Districts of Odisha
| # | District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anugul | 6375 | 1273821 | 199.8 |
| 2 | Balangir | 6575 | 1648997 | 250.8 |
| 3 | Baleshwar | 3806 | 2320529 | 609.7 |
| 4 | Bargarh | 5837 | 1481255 | 253.8 |
| 5 | Baudh | 3098 | 441162 | 142.4 |
| 6 | Bhadrak | 2505 | 1506337 | 601.3 |
| 7 | Cuttack | 3932 | 2624470 | 667.5 |
| 8 | Debagarh | 2940 | 312520 | 106.3 |
| 9 | Dhenkanal | 4452 | 1192811 | 267.9 |
| 10 | Gajapati | 4325 | 577817 | 133.6 |
| 11 | Ganjam | 8206 | 3529031 | 430.1 |
| 12 | Jagatsinghapur | 1668 | 1136971 | 681.6 |
| 13 | Jajapur | 2899 | 1827192 | 630.3 |
| 14 | Jharsuguda | 2114 | 579505 | 274.1 |
| 15 | Kalahandi | 7920 | 1576869 | 199.1 |
| 16 | Kandhamal | 8021 | 733110 | 91.4 |
| 17 | Kendrapara | 2644 | 1440361 | 544.8 |
| 18 | Kendujhar | 8303 | 1801733 | 217 |
| 19 | Khordha | 2813 | 2251673 | 800.5 |
| 20 | Koraput | 8807 | 1379647 | 156.7 |
| 21 | Malkangiri | 5791 | 613192 | 105.9 |
| 22 | Mayurbhanj | 10418 | 2519738 | 241.9 |
| 23 | Nabarangapur | 5291 | 1220946 | 230.8 |
| 24 | Nayagarh | 3890 | 962789 | 247.5 |
| 25 | Nuapada | 3852 | 610382 | 158.5 |
| 26 | Puri | 3479 | 1698730 | 488.3 |
| 27 | Rayagada | 7073 | 967911 | 136.8 |
| 28 | Sambalpur | 6624 | 1041099 | 157.2 |
| 29 | Subarnapur | 2337 | 610183 | 261.1 |
| 30 | Sundargarh | 9712 | 2093437 | 215.6 |
- Largest district by area: Mayurbhanj with 10418 km²
- Largest district by population: Ganjam with 3529031 people
- Smallest district by area: Jagatsinghapur with 1668 km²
- Smallest district by population: Debagarh with 312520 people
Geographic and Demographic Overview
- Total Area: 155707km²
- Total Population (2011): 41974218
- High Court: Orissa High Court
Population Distribution
The population is distributed between urban and rural areas as follows:
| Particulars | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34970562 | 7003656 | 41974218 |
| Male Population | 17586203 | 3625933 | 21212136 |
| Female Population | 17384359 | 3377723 | 20762082 |
Household Distribution
The distribution of households in the Odisha is:
| Rural Households | Urban Households | Total Households |
|---|---|---|
| 8089987 | 1547833 | 9637820 |
Question and Answer
Q: What is the capital of the Odisha?
A: The capital of the Odisha is Bhubaneswar.
Q: When were the Odisha established as a Union Territory or State?
A: The Odisha were established as a Union Territory or State on 1-Apr-1936.
Q: How many districts are there in the Odisha?
A: There are 30 districts in the Odisha .
Q: What is the largest district by area in the Odisha?
A: The largest district by area in the Odisha is Mayurbhanj, with an area of 10418 km².
Q: Which district in the Odisha has the largest population?
A: The district with the largest population in the Odisha is Ganjam, with a population of 3529031 people.
Q: What is the total area of the Odisha?
A: The total area of the Odisha is 155707 km².
Q: What is the total population of the Odisha according to the 2011 census?
A: According to the 2011 census, the total population of the Odisha is 41974218.
Q: Which high court has jurisdiction over the Odisha?
A: The Orissa High Court has jurisdiction over the Odisha.
Q: How is the population distributed between urban and rural areas in the Odisha?
A: The population distribution in the Odisha is as follows:
- Rural Population: 34970562
- Urban Population: 7003656
Q: How many households are there in the Odisha?
A: There are 9637820 households in the Odisha.
Q: What are the population ranges of villages in the Odisha?
A: The population ranges of villages in the Odisha are:
- Less than 100: 9051
- 100-499: 18602
- 500-999: 11720
- 1000-1999: 7779
- 2000-2999: 2075
- 3000-3999: 691
- 4000-4999: 255
- 5000 And Above: 205
Q: How is the male and female population distributed in the Odisha?
A: The population distribution by gender in the Odisha is as follows:
- Male Population: 21212136
- Female Population: 20762082
Q: What is the smallest district by area in the Odisha?
A: The smallest district by area in the Odisha is Jagatsinghapur, with an area of 1668 km².
Q: Which district in the Odisha has the smallest population?
A: The district with the smallest population in the Odisha is Debagarh, with a population of 312520 people.
Q: What are Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India?
A: Union Territories or States in the Eastern Region of India include: