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The modern Ganjam carved out of the Vizag district of Madras Presidency and came into existence on 31.03.1936. Ganjam district separated from Madras Presidency and formed a part of the newly created state of Odisha with effect from 1.4.1936.
The Mauryan emperor Ashoka inscribed his message at Jaugada near the banks of the Rushikulya, in the present-day Ganjam district. Scholars thus conclude that a significant part of Ganjam was under the rule of Ashoka. There are multiple theories regarding the name 'Ganjam'.
Following the historical records of Ganjam , the district has derived its name from the word "Ganj-i-am" meaning the "granary of world." To follow the other sources, the district of Ganjam is named after the Old Township and European fort of Ganjam situated on the northern bank of river Rushikulya ,which was the head quarter of the district.
Ganjam District came into existence on 1st April 1936. The district is named after the old township and European fort of Ganjam situated on the northern bank of river Rushikulya which was the head quarter of the District. The Ganjam area was a part of ancient Kalinga which was occupied by Ashok in 261 B.C.
Thus the history of Potagarh is the history of the Ganjam Collectorate that involves the history of Ganjam, Northern Circars, French Government, Madras Presidency, Bengal Presidency and the history of the East India Company as a whole.
Geographical details of the District; Geographical Area : 8,070.60 sq.km Area under Forest : 385.00 sq.km 4.77 %; Population ( 2011 Census ) Total : 3,529,031
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The Ganjam collectorate was established in 1794. Of course the hilly areas of Ganjam and Visakhapatanam districts were excluded from the jurisdiction of the civil court and placed under the control of the Political Agent of the Governor in 1839. However during the 2nd half of 19th century, the British rule was consolidated in Ganjam.
