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Which modern Indian states were included in ancient Kalinga?
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Odisha
Jagannatha temple, Puri, Odisha, India.
Ancient Kalinga was an expansive territorial subdivision of east-central India. Its historical boundaries encompassed regions that correspond to the following modern Indian states:1
- Odisha: Most of the state was included within Kalinga.1
- Andhra Pradesh: The northeastern portion of the state was part of the ancient territory.1
- Telangana: The northern region of the state was included.1
- Madhya Pradesh: A portion of this state was also part of Kalinga.1
Geographically, the territory was defined by its coastal strip and hinterlands, extending south to the Godavari River. It served as a significant hub for maritime trade, connecting with regions as far as Myanmar.1