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Angul is a newly created district since 1st April 1993 after
reorganisation of the districts of Orissa. Clothed
with lush green forests, the district is rich in varieties of wildlife.
The river Mahanadi passes
through this district forming a 22-km long narrow gorge, one of the
mightiest gorges in India.
Popularly
known as 'Satkosia', it is an ideal habitat for varieties of crocodiles.
The phenomenon of boulders in Talcher area is unique in India and has
puzzled the geologists for centuries.
Recently, it has come to limelight with the establishment of National
Aluminium Company Ltd. (NALCO), the largest in Asia. As an important road
junction, Angul serves the ideal base for visiting the places of interest
in its neighbourhood.
At present the location advantage and abundant stock of manpower and raw
materials play an important role in the industrial development of the
district.
A visit to the district will be a rewarding experience.
EXCURSIONS
Bhimakand
It is a small village about 30-km north of Talcher town and 50-km from
Angul on the right bank of the river Brahmani. There on huge sand rock one
could find a massive image of Vishnu in sleeping posture. In spite of
hugeness, the image contains a natural softness in execution. The period
of its execution is believed to be 8th - 9th Century A.D. This sleeping
image of Vishnu at Bhimakand is second only to Gomateswar (Karnatak) in
size, but it has the honour of being the largest sleeping image in India.
Deulajhari
Situated amidst a bowl of green near Athamallik, Deulajhari is famous for
the presence of a hot spring. The hot spring seems to flow from the bottom
(pedestal) of a 'Shiva Lingam'. The water is naturally channelised to 36
ponds on the outskirts of the Shiva Temple. Believed to contain medicinal
properties, a bath in the spring has religious importance too.
90-km from Angul, regular bus services are available from Angul,
Dhenkanal, Talcher,
Cuttack and Bhubaneswar
to Athamallik and the rest 3-km is negotiable on foot or jeep.
Banarpal
On the junction of National Highway 23 and National Highway 42, Banarpal,
only 10-km from Angul is a convenient base for highway tourists. A wayside
amenities centre, 'Panthika' of State Tourism Department is nearing
completion to provide accommodation and other ancillary facilities to the
tourists.
Rengali
River Brahmani shelters a dam and reservoir with a Hydroelectric Project
at Rengali amidst picturesque environs. Situated 85-km from Angul, it is a
nice place for group picnic.
Samal
40-km from Angul and 20-km from Talchar,
Samal has carved out a niche for itself in the grand hall of Orissa
tourism for the establishment of a Hydroelectric Project. The panoramic
view with deep solitude is a panacea to the group picnickers.
Khuludi
The Malayagiri range of Pallahara subdivision in Angul district houses a
glittering waterfall near the village Khuludi. The fall making a
spectacular jump from the hilltop pays homage to Lord Shiva on the
foothill. An ideal site for group picnic, it is 120-km from Angul and
20-km from Pallahara. HOW TO GET THERE
Air:
The nearest airport for approaching the places of interest in the
district of Angul is at Bhubaneswar (160-km), which is connected with
New Delhi ,
Calcutta ,
Chennai, Mumbai , Vishakhapatnam,
Hyderabad and Nagpur by boeing flights.
Rail:
Angul is a railhead on S.E. Railway.
Road:
Situated on N.H. 42 at a distance of 160-km from Bhubaneswar, the place
is an important road junction of the State connected by regular bus
services from Bhubaneswar ,
Cuttack, Dhenkanal,
Talcher, Sambalpur,
Sundargarh, Rourkela, Raipur, Durgapur
and other important places of the State and sister States.
WHERE TO STAY
HOTELS & BUNGALOWS
Circuit House
Inspection Bungalow (PWD)
Forest rest Shed
Inspection Bungalow (Irrigation)
Hotel Prasanti, Turanga
SHOPPING
Cottage industry plays an important role in the rural economy of Angul
district. Besides handloom, the other important cottage industries are
carpentry, brass and bell-metal works, shoe making, etc.
FOR MORE TOURIST INFORMATION
Tourist Office, Dhenkanal, Kunjakanta, P.O./ District Dhenkanal, Pin-
759001
Phone: (06762) 34670
Gram:ORISSATOUR
Transport: Taxis and Auto rickshaws are available on hire at Angul
for visiting the places of attraction and excursion.
Medical: District Headquarters hospital, Angul
Police Training College Hospital, Angul
Government Hospital, Talcher
T.T.P.S. Hospital, Chainpal
Postal: Available in almost all the places of the district.
Transport: State bank of India and other Nationalised Banks have
their branches at Angul, NALCO Nagar, Banarpal, Talcher
and other important places of the district.
Nearby Cities
Dhenkanal: 120-km
Tikarpada: 58-km
Bhubaneswar : 160-km
Badakera: 14-km
Talcher: 20-km
Bhimakand: 50-km
Deulajhari: 90-km
Banarpal: 10-km
Rengali: 85-km
Samal: 40-km
Khuludi: 120-km
