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Malkangiri district is situated between 810 22 1 to
82 0 25 1 East Longitude and 17 0 40 1 to 180 431 North
Latitude. The district situated in south Orissa, is
predominantly a tribal district. Consequent upon the
bifurcation of Koraput district (Undivided) into four
districts, Malkangiri district came into existence with
effect form October2, 1992. The district with its
rolling mountains, undulating, meadows, enchanting
waterfalls, springs and terraced vallies, attracts the
attention of the outsiders. For many, the district is a
museum of nature and human endeavors, which are,
reflected through production of power from falling
water. The 3000 feet plateau and the valley of the
Machhkund dominates the landscape of the district. The
southern part of the district is at an elevation level
varying form 800 feet to 4000 feet. The rocky wooded
hill system and vast jungle are observed in various
parts of the district. |
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