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Jharsuguda is one of the most industrially developed District of Odisha. Jharsuguda District was established on 1st April, 1994. earlier it was a part of Sambalpur District. Jharsuguda is located in the state of Orissa and is also the administrative headquarters of the Jharsuguda district. Jharsuguda is regarded as an upcoming industrial center, primarily in the metal and cement sectors. Jharsuguda City Guide is incomplete without a mention of its industrial prowess. In current years, Jharsuguda district has observed a large scale Industrialization and is growing rapidly on a higher level.

Major portion of the land area covering hilly region has a radish stony soil. The plain region having brownish black soil is suitable for growing paddy and vegetables. The soil of the riverbanks and delta area is sandy loom suitable for paddy, sugarcane and groundnut cultivation. Some part of the Lakhanpur block is specially known for ginger cultivation which it exports in tones to other countries. The economy of the Jharsuguda District can be judged through its natural resources. The District is rich in minerals like coals, quartzite and fire clay. Besides deposit of limestone, granite, white sand stone and laterite stone are also found in several places of Jharsuguda District that add to economy of the District. Several industrial units like Vendanta Alumina, Bhusan Steel and Power, TATA Refractories are operating in the District that contribute to the economic growth of the District. There are also some major forest products like Kendu leaves, wood, rice and leather that also contribute significantly to the economy of Jharsuguda District.