KidZone Geography: India
Odisha

Emblem of Odisha

The emblem of Odisha state

Odisha is sometimes known by its former name Orissa. The state is widely covered by mountains though wide deep valleys have fertile soils for agriculture. The state receives a large amount of investment due to its large coal and iron deposits as well as the long coastline.

A map of India with Odisha highlighted red

Map showing where Odisha state is; in the East of India.