This volume, part of a larger gazetteer of India, aims to provide a comprehensive geographical and administrative overview of the regions within its scope, specifically from Ganjam to Indi. Compiled under the direction of Sir William Wilson Hunter, it draws upon extensive historical records and administrative surveys of British India. The work presents detailed information on the geography, history, population, and administrative structures of the covered districts, serving as a primary reference for understanding the subcontinent during the late 19th century.

As a facsimile reprint of an 1885 gazetteer, this volume is primarily valued for its historical and archival significance. Its detailed regional information makes it a crucial resource for scholars of Indian history, geography, and colonial administration. The reproduction aims to preserve the integrity of the original work, offering access to a foundational text for understanding the administrative and geographical landscape of British India.