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Top Cities in Odisha

Odisha is a state located in the eastern region of India, and it boasts several vibrant cities with rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Among the top cities in Odisha, Bhubaneswar is the capital city and one of the most populous cities in the state with an estimated population of around 1.5 million.

Cuttack is another significant city, renowned for its historical importance, and is home to over 600,000 people. Rourkela, located in the northern part of the state, is a rapidly developing city with a population of around 550,000. Other prominent cities in Odisha include Puri, Berhampur, Sambalpur, and Balasore, each with a population ranging from 200,000 to 400,000. 

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Odisha Cities by Population

#NameDistrictPopulation 2011
1BhubaneswarKhordha district881,988
2CuttackCuttack district658,986
3RourkelaSundargarh district552,970
4BerhampurGanjam district355,823
5SambalpurSambalpur district335,761
6PuriPuri district201,026
7BalasoreBalasore district144,373
8BaripadaMayurbhanj district116,874
9BhadrakBhadrak district107,463

Source: Census 2011 

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