Odisha is a tribal-dominated state. Since ancient times, many tribes have been living in its forests as tribes. Looking at the population ratio, it is known that about 23 percent of the total population in our state is tribal. Means, South-western part of odisha (kalahandi, koraput, rayagada, malkangiri) is located by approximately 45 percent tribes of the state tribal population. Therefore, although they constitute a large part of our population, the government has tried to provide them with real development, but it is not easily possible. They are living a neglected and dark life in inaccessible, remote areas without roads. But day by day, the government is paying close attention to their development. Various schemes are being implemented for their development. Roads are being built to access the forest areas that are an obstacle to their progress. Special attention is being given to their education, health and other advancements through blocks, tehsils. Here my study will be focus on their economic structure and social life.
Parikhita Bhoi (2026) studied this question.