Welcome to OdishaGeography.com
Odisha, located on the eastern coast of India, is a land of profound geographical diversity. From the fertile coastal plains to the rolling hills of the Eastern Ghats, our state’s geography shapes its rich history, vibrant culture, and growing economy.
Whether you are preparing for competitive exams, conducting academic research, or simply exploring the natural heritage of the state, OdishaGeography.com is your dedicated digital resource for accurate and comprehensive geographical data.
Odisha at a Glance
A quick overview of the state’s foundational and geographical statistics.
- Date of Establishment: 1st April 1936 (Celebrated as Utkal Divas)
- Capital: Bhubaneswar
- Total Geographical Area: 1,55,707 sq. km (9th largest state in India)
- Latitudinal Extent: 17° 49′ N to 22° 34′ N
- Longitudinal Extent: 81° 29′ E to 87° 29′ E
- Forest Cover: 37.34% of total area
- Official Languages: Odia, English
- State Dance: Odissi
Territorial Boundaries
Odisha shares its borders with four neighboring states, strategically positioning it as a gateway between northern and southern India:
- East: The Bay of Bengal
- North: Jharkhand
- North-East: West Bengal
- South: Andhra Pradesh
- West: Chhattisgarh (Note: Formerly Madhya Pradesh prior to the year 2000)
🏛️ Administrative Framework 🏛️
To effectively govern its vast and diverse landscape, Odisha’s administration is structurally divided into a clear hierarchy. This ensures efficient revenue collection, localized development, and representation across all regions.
Administrative Divisions
Below is the structural breakdown of the state’s administrative units:
| Administrative Unit | Total Count | Structural Details & Focus |
| Revenue Divisions | 3 | Central (Cuttack), Southern (Berhampur), Northern (Sambalpur) |
| Districts | 30 | Administered by District Collectors / Magistrates |
| Sub-divisions | 58 | Administered by Sub-Collectors |
| Tehsils | 317 | Primary units for land and revenue administration |
| C.D. Blocks | 314 | Community Development Blocks focused on rural planning |
Legislature & Representation
Odisha operates under a Unicameral state legislature, meaning it has a single legislative chamber.
- Vidhan Sabha (Legislative Assembly) Seats: 147
- Lok Sabha (Parliamentary Lower House) Seats: 21
- Rajya Sabha (Parliamentary Upper House) Seats: 10
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