the erstwhile estate. The most outstanding developmental activities was the introduction of the hydro-electric system in Kodarkot water fall by which the Palace, cloth loom, Sugar factory established in 1908 at Rambhei got power supply. During the reign of Bhanuganga Tribhuban Dev, the estate of Bamra was merged with Odisha i.e. on 1 January 1948 and it became a part of the District of Sambalpur. Geography Among various biodiversity rich and ecologically balanced locations,"Pradhanpat" and "Kurudkut" waterfalls are with historical importance and with a salubrious atmosphere around them. Kurudkut is one of the earliest locations where hydroelectricity was generated in Asia. The district consists mainly of hills. The Hill system of Deogarh has been categorized mainly under four ranges: The Khajuria Range on the north running from west–east in Badbar-Pragana of Deogarh Police Station having a maximum height of 745 Metres. The Pradhanpat and Kaidanta Ranges having maximum height of 743 Metres and 816 Metres on the North. The Pawri Range on the eastern side of the Brahmani River which is 678 Metres in height. The Ushakothi Range in Kansar & Reamal Police Stations. The hill ranges have elevation ranging from 610 Metres to 762 Metres from the mean Sea Levels. The soil groups of this district are mainly Sandy, loamy soil and Red soil. Economy In 2006 the Ministry of Panchayati Raj named Debagarh one of the country's 250 most backward districts (out of a total of 640). It is one of the 19 districts in Odisha have been receiving funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme (BRGF). As it is an industry less district the people depend solely upon agriculture. It is a part of the Red Corridor. Tourism The government has undertaken a number of efforts to support tourism in the district, based on its natural environment and cultural heritage. There are a number of tourists places listed on the official district website. Demographics According to the 2011 census Debagarh district has a population of 312,520, roughly equal to the nation of Iceland. This gives it a ranking of 571st in India (out of a total of 640). The district has a population density of . Its population growth rate over the decade 2001-2011 was 13.88%. Debagarh has a sex ratio of 976 females for every 1000 males, and a literacy rate of 73.07%. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes made up 16.67% and 35.33% of the