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District at a Glance. Jajpur District was formed by ‘Jajati Keshari’, the Somavanshi King in early 10th Century. The District takes its name from its head quarter town, Jajpur. The history of the Jajpur District from time immemorial is synonymous with the Biraja and Biraja Khetra. The Jajpur District came into being on 1st April 1993.
Jajpur district. / 20.85; 86.333. Jajpur ( listen ⓘ) is a district of Odisha state in eastern India. The Odisha Government carried out a re-organisation of districts of Odisha in 1993. The erstwhile Cuttack district was split into multiple districts with Jajpur being one of them. The district came into being on 1 April 1993.
Jajpur District is a historical and agrarian district in Odisha, India, with one sub division, 10 tahsils, 10 blocks and 311 G.Ps. It has a rich mineral and industrial base, a moderate climate and a literacy rate of 80.44 percent.
Feb 24, 2024 · Discover the rich history, spiritual significance, and natural beauty of Jajpur, a hidden gem in Odisha. Explore ancient temples, Buddhist monasteries, waterfalls, and more in this enchanting town.
Jajpur is located at 20.85°N 86.33°E [14] and has an average elevation of 8 metres (26 ft). The climate of Jajpur District is normal as per Indian standards. All the seasons arrive in the District at their usual time. The District's average height from the sea level is 331 m and its average rain fall is 1014.5 mm.
Jajpur is a district with a rich history and a living museum of heritage. Explore ancient temples, Buddhist sites, arts and crafts, and natural beauty in this gem of Odisha.
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Bankim Chandra joined as a deputy magistrate in 1859 and retired in 1891. Jajpur became a sub–division in 1859.The noted writer savoured the tranquility of the riverside in his official residence at Jajpur and penned ‘Devi Chaudharani’ based on a real story . It was published in 1884. Earlier Jajpur was part of undivided Cuttack district.
