Bhadrak

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Bhadrak is a city and a municipality in Bhadrak district in the state of Orissa, after godess Bhadrakali, the consort of Virabhadra,the ancestor of Jats.

Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Bhadrak had a population of 92,397. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Bhadrak has an average literacy rate of 65%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with 57% of males and 43% of females literate. 13% of the population is under 6 years of age.

BHadrak is famous for its kalipuja held at "charampa" .This famous goddess is known as "Bhadrakali" .

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