Oranda, Odisha

Oranda is a village located in the Gurudijhatia Block of the Athagad Tehsil of the Cuttack District of the Indian state of Odisha.

People from nearby villages come to Sambeswar Temple for worship, inspiration and community activities.

They organize cultural activities, such as dramatic performances in the premises of Sambeswar Youth Club.

Dol Purnima and Raja are the main two festivals celebrated by the villagers.

Graduates go to nearby villages, such as Bali and Gurudijhatia, for higher education.