Jharsuguda earns the title "Powerhouse of Odisha" for its thriving steel, aluminium, and power industries. Jharsuguda officially became a district on April 1, 1994, and it spans an area of 2,203.32 sq km. Among Odisha's 30 districts, Jharsuguda is one of the richest in minerals, industries, and business activity. Its administrative center, Jharsuguda Town, anchors the district and drives its industrial and economic growth. It offers a blend of nature, adventure, spirituality, and tribal culture.
Located 55 km from Jharsuguda in the Lakhanpur block near the village Kushmelbahal, Koilighughar lies in a rivulet called Ahiraj, which originates from the ‘Chhuikhanch’ forest.
Located in the Jharsuguda district, Bikramkhol is a cave containing ancient pictographic inscriptions.
The walls of Bikramkhol display ancient script and paintings of animals.
