At the Rajiv Lochan temple, a 7th-century inscription records the king as Vilasatunga, most likely from the Nala dynasty.

The Kalachuris, who conquered the territory in the 10th century CE continued to rule there until Marathas invasions in 1742.

Part of the district's southern boundary with Odisha is formed by the Tel river.

The present Collector and District Magistrate of Gariaband is Chhattar Singh Dehre (IAS).

[7] Rajim is an important pilgrimage site, located on a Triveni Sangam: the confluence of the Pairy and Mahanadi rivers.

Every year the Rajim Kumbh Mela is held from Magh Purnima to Maha Shivaratri.

Rajim is particularly significant for Vaishnavites and there are a variety of temples dedicated to forms of Vishnu in the town.

A 2X35 MW Water Hydropower Plant is installed within the dam's structure and is used for both electricity and irrigation.

With a low proportion of male to female buffaloes, the center is concerned about the longevity of the species.