Mahapatra, or Mohapatra (ମହାପାତ୍ର) is a family name in the Indian state of Odisha. It is one of the few surnames that cuts across caste lines and was ordained on a largely meritorious basis. A family received the title Mohapatra by Orissan kings in recognition of exemplary work in their respective vocations.
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