Kandhamal

Kandhamal derives its name from the prominent Kandha Tribe. The present subdivision of the Kandhamal subdivision was an integral part of Boudh till 1855. The British rule fragmented the parts of Kandhmal District from Boudh District. The Kandhamal district was established on January 1, 1994, following the division of Phulbani District into Kandhamal and Boudh District in Odisha. Kandhamal is a district in Odisha, covering an area of 8,021 sq km. Phulbani is the headquarters of this district. The principal inhabitants of this land are the Kandha tribes. Major languages spoken in this district are Odia and Kui (tribal language).