As of 2011, Mayurbhanj ranks as the third-most populous district in Odisha, following Ganjam and Cuttack. The district also known for the Similipal National park. [3] The district owes its name to two medieval ruling dynasties, Mayura and Bhanja. Save money & book with Tripadvisor® (the world's largest travel website). Plan your Mayurbhanj tour with our Mayurbhanj tourism guide and find best places to visit, popular sightseeing places, best tourist attractions and top things to do in Mayurbhanj city. Mayurbhanj is a land locked district with a total geographical area of 10418 Sq.km. and is situated in the Northern boundary of the state with district headquarters at Baripada. The district is bounded in the North-East by Medinipur district of West Bengal, Singhbhum district of Jharkhand in the North-west, Baleshwar district in the South-East and by Kendujhar in the South-West. More than 39 % of total geographical area (4049 Sq.Km.) is covered with forest and hills. The district comprises ...
