The state had conflicts with British administrators, leading to the arrest of King Gajapati Jagannatha Narayanadev and his son.

[3] Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati was an active member of Utkal Sammilani and was instrumental in the creation of the separate state of Odisha.

Finally, through the efforts of Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati and Utkal Sammilani, the separate state of United Orissa was formed on 1 April 1936.

In 1937, the first Governor of Orissa, Sir John Austin Hubback, invited Krushna Chandra Gajapati Dev to form the cabinet.

The district spans an area of 3,850 km² and is part of the Eastern Ghats, characterized by rugged terrain and narrow valleys.

The district is endowed with significant forest cover, water bodies, and fertile soils, supporting its 65% agrarian population.

Covering 57% (2,49,958 hectares) of the total geographical area, the forests are categorized as: The district has 1,698 water bodies, with 6 major reservoirs: These soil types are suitable for cultivating paddy, maize, pulses, and various horticultural crops.

The district’s rivers exhibit a dendritic drainage pattern, influenced by the Eastern Ghats’ geological formations.

[1] According to the 2011 Census of India, 41.51% of Gajapati district's population spoke Odia, followed by Sora (34.49%), Telugu (15.53%), Kui (5.54%), and Kuvi (1.25%) as their first language.

Gajapati district has a rich cultural and historical heritage, blending tribal traditions with ancient legends.

The site features temples believed to be built by the Pandavas, and Shivaratri is the main festival, dedicated to Lord Shiva, the guru of Parashurama.

The Paika Akhada, once a warrior training tradition, is now performed as a martial dance showcasing combat techniques.

Gajapati district in Odisha is home to several notable educational institutions offering a range of programs across various disciplines.

Government Polytechnic, Gajapati: Established in 2013, this institution offers diploma programs in mechanical, electrical, civil, and electronics & telecommunication engineering.

Meenaketan Degree College, Gurandi: Provides undergraduate courses in arts and science, contributing to higher education in the region.

The district is part of the Brahmapur Parliamentary Constituency, electing a Member of Parliament (MP) to represent it in the House of the People at the national level.