Maa Basulee Degree Mahavidyalaya named after the renowned goddess Maa Basulee the sister of Maa Durga , is situated on the S.H.53 at the outskirt of Similipal Biosphere. The block head quarter Thakurmunda is surrounded by Similipal tiger project on the north & scenic beauty of Bhimkund, the water fall on river Baitarani on the other side.