Deogarh Tourism
Deogarh, the noted “waterfall town‟ of Odisha, is the capital of the erstwhile feudatory state of Bamanda and it is famous for its healthy climate and peaceful ambiance.
The town in historical references is described in Sanskrit as “Debadurg”, which roughly means “Fortress of Gods” or “Haven of Gods”.
Surrounded by high mountains which provided natural fortification, the state remained almost impregnable and secure from external aggression, alien infiltration and other influences and earned the epithet of “Akhoj Bamanda”.
In course of time the capital of Bamanda was shifted from Purunagarh to Suguda and finally to Deogarh. The picturesque Pradhanpat waterfall is surrounded by captivating scenic sight of lofty cliffs and lush green forests. This waterfall alone has been a paradise for the picnickers and attracts visitors to this place in all seasons. Among the three hundred and forty six places identified and designated as places of tourist interest in Odisha by the state government two are located in Deogarh district.
From the mid-nineteenth century Bamanda came out as a site of cultivated artistic and literary taste with genuine indulgence and patronage of the gentry and the intelligentsia. These movements coincided with the phase of revivalism of Odia language, literature and culture and the Bengal renaissance. Bamanda, more so the capital town Deogarh, earned the eulogia of „budha hamasa kelisara‟, in rough English translation the pristine lake where erudite swans frolicked.
Famous Tourist Spot in Deogarh District
- Pradhanpat Waterfall
- Jagannath Temple
- Katasar Ghat, Deogarh
- Gohira Dam
- Daragadi Stream
- Kurudkut Waterfall
- Kailash Palace
- Olata Bata, Deogarh
- Jhadeswar Temple
- Deojharan Waterfall
- Kalajira Dam
- Saruali Dam
- Deogarh Palace
- Basanta Nivas
- Satchidananda Library
- Akshar Shila Rock
- Kuntroo Waterfall
- Kuladera Waterfall
How to Reach Deogarh, Odisha
By Road
Deogarh District is connected with roads from Bhubaneswar. Distance from Bhubaneswar is nearly 260 Kilometer.
By Air
Nearest International Airport is at Bhubaneswar which is 260 KM from Deogarh. and nearest domestic Airport is Jharsuguda which is 103 KM from Deogarh
By Train
Nearest railway station is at Rairakhol which is around 84 KM from Deogarh. Second nearest railway station is at Sambalpur City, which is around 88 Kilometer from Deogarh.
Deoghar Population
Estimated population in 2025
| Estimated population of Debagarh in 2025 | 350,679 |
| Estimated population of males in 2025 | 177,550 |
| Estimated population of males in 2025 | 173,129 |
Deoghar Religion-wise Data
| Description | Population in 2011 | Percentage | Estimated Population in 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 296,001 |
94.71% |
332,143 |
| Muslims | 704 |
0.23% |
790 |
| Christian | 14,518 |
4.65% |
16,291 |
| Sikh | 53 |
0.02% |
59 |
| Buddhist | 102 |
0.03% |
114 |
| Jain | 7 |
0.00% |
8 |
| Not Stated | 726 |
0.23% |
815 |
| Others | 409 |
0.13% |
459 |
| Total | 312,520 |
100.00% |
350,679 |
Population as per 2011 census
| Population | 312,520 |
| Male Population | 158,230 |
| Female Population | 154,290 |
| Area (km2) | 2,940 |
| Density/km2 | 106 |
| Sex Ratio (Per 1000) | 975 |
| Child Sex Ratio (0-6 Age) | 927 |
| Literates | 197,819 |
| Male Literates | 112,649 |
| Female Literates | 85,170 |
| Average Literacy | 72.57% |
| Male Literacy | 81.92% |
| Female Literacy | 63.05% |
| Child Population (0-6 Age) | 39,917 |
| Boys Population (0-6 Age) | 20,718 |
| Girls Population (0-6 Age) | 19,199 |
| Child Proportion (0-6 Age) | 12.77% |
| Boys Proportion (0-6 Age) | 13.09% |
| Girls Proportion (0-6 Age) | 12.44% |