Planning how to reach tribal Odisha can initially seem complicated.
Unlike Puri, Bhubaneswar or another single tourist destination, “tribal Odisha” covers several districts and cultural regions spread across southern, western and northern Odisha.
For most travellers, the main tribal-tourism circuit is concentrated in southern Odisha around:
Rayagada → Jeypore → Koraput
with longer journeys extending to:
- Kandhamal
- Malkangiri
- Nabarangpur
- Gajapati
The best airport, railway station or road route therefore depends on:
Which region you want to visit + Your market days + Available time + Arrival city + Departure city
For many first-time travellers, the most practical strategy is to enter the tribal circuit from Bhubaneswar or Visakhapatnam, then use a combination of train and private road transport.
This guide explains how to reach the major tribal regions of Odisha and how to choose the right arrival and departure points for your itinerary.
Where Is Tribal Odisha?
Odisha’s indigenous communities live across many parts of the state.
For tourism planning, the main regions can be understood as:
Southern Odisha
Important destinations:
- Rayagada
- Koraput
- Jeypore
- Malkangiri
- Nabarangpur
- Kandhamal
- Gajapati
This is the most important region for multi-day tribal tourism.
Northern Odisha
Important indigenous cultural regions include:
- Keonjhar
- Mayurbhanj
- Sundargarh
These areas should generally be planned as a separate journey rather than combined with the southern tribal circuit on a short trip.
Explore: Tribal Odisha Map →
What Is the Best Gateway to Tribal Odisha?
For most travellers exploring southern Odisha, the two most useful major gateways are:
Bhubaneswar
Best for travellers who:
- Are already visiting Odisha
- Want to begin with the State Tribal Museum
- Want to combine tribal Odisha with Puri or Bhubaneswar
- Want to travel through Kandhamal
- Are arriving on a domestic or international connection through Odisha’s capital
Visakhapatnam
Best for travellers who:
- Want convenient access toward the Koraput–Jeypore side
- Are arriving from another Indian city with a suitable flight
- Want to begin or finish their tribal journey in southern Odisha
- Want to avoid returning to Bhubaneswar after completing the tribal circuit
The best choice depends on your exact itinerary.
Bhubaneswar: The Main Odisha Gateway
Bhubaneswar is Odisha’s capital and one of the most logical starting points for a tribal journey.
The city’s Biju Patnaik International Airport provides air connectivity, while Bhubaneswar is also an important railway hub.
Starting in Bhubaneswar has another major advantage:
You can visit the Odisha State Tribal Museum before travelling into southern Odisha.
The museum can provide valuable background on:
- Indigenous communities
- Houses
- Clothing
- Jewellery
- Tools
- Crafts
- Religious traditions
This makes it an excellent introduction for first-time visitors.
Should You Stay One Night in Bhubaneswar?
For many international and long-distance travellers, yes.
Rather than:
Flight Arrival → Immediate Long Road Journey
a more comfortable plan is:
Arrive Bhubaneswar
↓
Hotel Check-in
↓
Tribal Museum / Local Exploration
↓
Overnight Bhubaneswar
↓
Begin Tribal Journey Next Morning
This reduces fatigue and gives useful cultural context before the tour begins.
Visakhapatnam: A Practical Southern Gateway
Visakhapatnam, in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, can be one of the most useful gateways for southern Odisha.
It is particularly relevant for travellers whose itinerary focuses on:
- Jeypore
- Koraput
- Semiliguda
- Araku-side connections
- Southern Odisha
Visakhapatnam has a major airport and railway station with connections to many Indian cities.
For some itineraries, it makes sense to:
Arrive Bhubaneswar
↓
Travel through Odisha
↓
Finish in Koraput/Jeypore
↓
Depart via Visakhapatnam
or reverse the journey.
This avoids unnecessary backtracking.
Should You Arrive in Bhubaneswar and Depart From Visakhapatnam?
For many longer itineraries, this can be an excellent strategy.
For example:
Bhubaneswar
↓
Kandhamal
↓
Rayagada
↓
Jeypore
↓
Koraput
↓
Visakhapatnam
This is much more efficient than:
Bhubaneswar → Southern Odisha → Bhubaneswar
when your route naturally ends near Koraput.
The reverse direction can work equally well.
How to Reach Rayagada
Rayagada is one of the most important gateways to Odisha’s tribal-tour circuit.
It is particularly useful for travellers interested in:
Dongria Kondh + Niyamgiri + Chatikona Tribal Market
By Train
Rayagada has an important railway station and is connected by rail with several regional and long-distance routes.
For many travellers, train travel can be more comfortable than a long direct road journey from Bhubaneswar.
Always check current railway schedules for your exact travel date.
By Road
Rayagada can be reached by road from several directions, including:
- Bhubaneswar
- Berhampur/Gopalpur side
- Kandhamal
- Koraput/Jeypore
- Visakhapatnam-side routes
Best For
Use Rayagada as your arrival point when your tribal journey begins with:
Wednesday – Chatikona
Explore: Rayagada Tribal Tourism →
Why Rayagada Works So Well as a Starting Point
Suppose your priority is the main Wednesday–Friday tribal-market circuit.
Your itinerary can follow:
Tuesday – Arrive in Rayagada
↓
Wednesday – Chatikona → Jeypore
↓
Thursday – Onukadelli
↓
Friday – Kunduli → Koraput
This creates a natural forward-moving route.
Starting elsewhere may create unnecessary backtracking.
How to Reach Jeypore
Jeypore is one of the most useful bases in southern Odisha for tribal tourism.
It provides practical access to:
- Onukadelli
- Gadaba cultural areas
- Nandapur
- Boipariguda region
- Koraput
- Wider southwestern Odisha
By Road
Road transport remains extremely important for reaching Jeypore and exploring its surrounding cultural regions.
Travellers may approach Jeypore from:
- Rayagada
- Koraput
- Visakhapatnam direction
- Malkangiri
- Nabarangpur
By Rail
The wider Jeypore–Koraput region has rail connectivity, but exact train suitability depends on your origin and travel date.
Check the current railway timetable before designing the itinerary around a particular train.
By Air
Regional air connectivity in southern Odisha can change over time.
For most international or long-distance visitors, it is safer to plan around established major gateways such as Bhubaneswar or Visakhapatnam, unless a suitable regional flight has been confirmed for your travel date.
Why Stay in Jeypore?
Jeypore is particularly useful for the Thursday Onukadelli market.
Instead of trying to reach Onukadelli from a distant city on market morning, stay in Jeypore the previous night.
A good route is:
Wednesday
Chatikona → Jeypore
Thursday
Jeypore → Onukadelli → cultural experience → Jeypore
Friday
Jeypore → Kunduli → Koraput
This is one of the most practical sequences for first-time travellers.
How to Reach Koraput
Koraput is another major base for exploring southern Odisha.
It is particularly useful for:
- Kunduli
- Deomali
- Tribal Museum
- Jagannath Temple
- Nandapur region
- Wider cultural landscapes
By Train
Koraput is connected by rail.
The railway journey through the Eastern Ghats can itself be scenic, depending on the route.
Current schedules should always be checked before booking.
By Road
Koraput is connected by road with:
- Jeypore
- Rayagada
- Semiliguda
- Visakhapatnam direction
- Nabarangpur
- Malkangiri
Road travel is usually necessary once you begin exploring rural destinations.
Explore: Koraput Tribal Tourism →
Koraput or Jeypore: Which Is the Better Transport Base?
Both are useful, but for different parts of the itinerary.
Jeypore Is Better Positioned For
- Onukadelli
- Gadaba cultural areas
- Nandapur
- Boipariguda
- Malkangiri-side journeys
Koraput / Semiliguda Is Better Positioned For
- Kunduli
- Deomali
- Koraput town
- Eastern side of the district
A well-designed tour may use:
Jeypore for 2 nights
followed by:
Koraput/Semiliguda for 1–2 nights
rather than using one base for everything.
How to Reach Chatikona Tribal Market
Chatikona is usually visited from Rayagada.
The market is particularly associated with the wider Dongria Kondh–Niyamgiri cultural landscape.
For tribal-tour itineraries, Wednesday is the principal day around which the visit is normally planned.
A practical route is:
Rayagada
↓
Chatikona
↓
Continue toward Jeypore
This makes more sense than returning to Rayagada if your Thursday plan is Onukadelli.
Explore: Chatikona Tribal Market →
How to Reach Onukadelli Tribal Market
Onukadelli is normally visited as part of the wider Jeypore–Koraput tribal circuit.
The important market day is:
Thursday
Jeypore is one of the most practical overnight bases.
A typical day can follow:
Jeypore
↓
Onukadelli
↓
Appropriate Gadaba Cultural Experience
↓
Jeypore
Do not confuse Onukadelli’s market location with the Bonda Hills of Malkangiri.
Bonda people are strongly associated with the market, but their core hill homeland lies in Malkangiri district.
Explore: Onukadelli Tribal Market →
How to Reach Kunduli Tribal Market
Kunduli lies within the wider Koraput cultural region.
The principal market day for tribal-tour itineraries is:
Friday
Kunduli fits naturally into a route from Jeypore toward Koraput/Semiliguda.
For example:
Jeypore
↓
Kunduli Market
↓
Koraput / Semiliguda
This is why the Wednesday–Friday sequence works so efficiently.
Explore: Kunduli Tribal Market →
How to Reach Kandhamal
Kandhamal is a separate cultural region from the core Koraput–Rayagada circuit.
Important destinations include:
- Daringbadi
- Baliguda
- Belghar
- Kotagarh
- Phulbani
- Tumudibandha
The region is particularly important for travellers interested in:
Kutia Kondh + Kondh Cultural Landscapes + Forests + Daringbadi
From Bhubaneswar
Kandhamal can be reached by road from Bhubaneswar.
From Berhampur / Gopalpur
Another useful approach is through the southern coastal side.
This works especially well if your itinerary combines:
Gopalpur + Daringbadi + Kandhamal + Rayagada
From Rayagada
Kandhamal and Rayagada can be linked by road, creating the useful Tuesday–Wednesday market progression.
Explore: Kandhamal Tribal Tourism →
How to Reach Kotagarh Tribal Market
Kotagarh is visited as part of the Kandhamal cultural region.
The important market day is:
Tuesday
A longer itinerary can follow:
Monday – Daringbadi / Belghar / Baliguda
↓
Tuesday – Kotagarh Market → Rayagada
↓
Wednesday – Chatikona → Jeypore
↓
Thursday – Onukadelli
↓
Friday – Kunduli → Koraput
This is one of the most logical ways to combine four important weekly markets.
Explore: Kotagarh Tribal Market →
How to Reach Malkangiri
Malkangiri lies south of the wider Koraput region.
It is particularly relevant for travellers interested in:
- Bonda cultural geography
- Didayi
- Koya
- Bonda Hills
- Khairput
- Chitrakonda
- Balimela
From Jeypore
Jeypore is a useful regional gateway for continuing toward Malkangiri by road.
From Koraput
Malkangiri can also be incorporated into a longer Koraput-region itinerary.
Because Malkangiri involves additional road travel and some culturally sensitive/remote areas, it is better treated as an extension rather than automatically included in every first-time tour.
Explore: Malkangiri Tribal Tourism →
How to Reach the Bonda Hills
The Bonda Hills are associated with the Khairput region of Malkangiri district.
They should not be treated as an ordinary sightseeing destination.
Remote Bonda settlements should not be approached independently simply because their approximate location can be found online.
If your interest is primarily in learning about Bonda culture, the Thursday Onukadelli market offers a more appropriate public setting for many travellers.
Deeper exploration should depend on:
- Current local conditions
- Appropriate guidance
- Community acceptance
- Applicable access requirements
Explore: Bonda Tribe of Odisha →
How to Reach Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur lies northwest of Koraput.
It is particularly interesting for travellers interested in:
- Gond cultural landscapes
- Bhottada/Bhatra communities
- Paraja communities
- Agriculture
- Rural haats
- Less-touristic rural Odisha
From Koraput
Nabarangpur can be added after exploring Koraput.
From Jeypore
Jeypore is also a practical regional connection toward Nabarangpur.
From Chhattisgarh Side
Nabarangpur’s western geography also creates cultural and road connections toward Chhattisgarh.
For most first-time Odisha tribal travellers, however, Nabarangpur is better added after completing the main Rayagada–Jeypore–Koraput circuit.
Explore: Nabarangpur Tribal Tourism →
How to Reach Gajapati Tribal Areas
Gajapati is particularly important for travellers interested in Saora culture.
Depending on your route, the wider region can be approached from:
- Berhampur
- Gopalpur
- Taptapani
- Southern Odisha road corridors
A longer cultural journey can potentially connect:
Bhubaneswar
↓
Gopalpur
↓
Taptapani / Gajapati cultural region
↓
Rayagada
↓
Jeypore
↓
Koraput
This is especially suitable for travellers with more time.
Explore: Saora Tribe of Odisha →
How to Reach Keonjhar’s Juang Cultural Region
Keonjhar lies in northern Odisha and should generally be treated as a separate tribal journey.
The Juang cultural landscape is particularly associated with:
- Gonasika
- Banspal
- Juang Pirh region
Keonjhar can be approached from Bhubaneswar and other parts of northern Odisha by road and rail connections, depending on the itinerary.
Do not try to combine Keonjhar with Koraput or Rayagada on a short tribal tour.
The distances make that impractical.
Explore: Juang Tribe of Odisha →
By Air – Which Airport Should You Choose?
For most tribal-tour itineraries, compare these gateways.
Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar
Best for:
- Odisha-based itineraries
- Bhubaneswar Tribal Museum
- Kandhamal
- Gopalpur combinations
- Round trips through Odisha
Visakhapatnam Airport
Best for:
- Koraput/Jeypore-side itineraries
- Open-jaw itineraries
- Southern Odisha arrival or departure
- Reducing backtracking
Regional airport services can change, so verify current flights before relying on them as essential parts of the itinerary.
By Train – Is Train Travel Practical?
Yes.
Rail can be very useful for reaching southern Odisha, especially when your itinerary begins or ends around major railway-connected towns.
Important railway points can include:
- Rayagada
- Koraput
- Jeypore/wider Koraput region
- Bhubaneswar
- Visakhapatnam
- Berhampur
The exact best train depends on:
- Origin city
- Travel date
- Market schedule
- Final itinerary
Do not choose a train simply because it reaches the correct district.
Check:
Arrival Time + Hotel Location + Next Day’s Market + Road Transfer
together.
Why Arrival Time Matters
Suppose your Chatikona market visit is Wednesday.
A train reaching Rayagada late Wednesday morning may technically arrive on the correct day—but it could make the market visit impractical.
A better plan is:
Arrive in Rayagada on Tuesday
↓
Sleep in Rayagada
↓
Leave early Wednesday
↓
Visit Chatikona comfortably
This is why transport should be designed around the itinerary, not the other way around.
By Road – The Most Important Transport Inside Tribal Odisha
Once you enter the tribal-tour circuit, road travel becomes essential.
Markets, villages and cultural landscapes are spread across:
- Hills
- Rural roads
- District highways
- Forested regions
Public transport may connect towns, but it is generally not ideal for a carefully timed multi-day cultural itinerary.
A private vehicle offers flexibility for:
- Early starts
- Market days
- Luggage
- Rural roads
- Photography stops
- Scenic breaks
- Changing conditions
What Type of Vehicle Is Best?
Vehicle choice depends on:
- Number of travellers
- Luggage
- Route
- Comfort expectations
For small groups, vehicles such as a comfortable SUV or MPV are commonly practical.
Do not fill every available seat if the tour involves several days of long drives.
For example, a vehicle technically capable of carrying six or seven passengers may not be comfortable for that number once you add:
- Luggage
- Cameras
- Day bags
- Long driving hours
Comfort matters on a tribal tour because road journeys form a significant part of the experience.
Do You Need a 4×4?
Not necessarily for the established main market circuit.
Routes connecting major towns and commonly visited markets generally do not automatically require a dedicated off-road vehicle.
However, road conditions can change.
Remote routes, monsoon conditions and specialized village visits may require different arrangements.
Check current local conditions rather than assuming.
Should You Hire a Vehicle for the Entire Tour?
For a multi-day tribal itinerary, usually yes.
Keeping one vehicle and driver provides:
- Continuity
- Luggage security
- Flexible departure times
- Easier hotel transfers
- Better coordination with guides
Changing vehicles every day can complicate an already logistically complex journey.
How Long Are the Drives?
Driving times in southern Odisha should never be estimated using distance alone.
A route may involve:
- Hill roads
- Market congestion
- Rural traffic
- Scenic stops
- Road works
- Weather conditions
A 100-km journey can take considerably longer than travellers expect.
Build realistic buffers into your itinerary.
Avoid Long Drives Immediately After Markets
Markets are most rewarding when you have time to observe rather than rush.
If you schedule:
4-hour market visit + 6-hour transfer
on the same day, the experience can become exhausting.
Whenever possible, use strategic overnight bases.
For example:
Wednesday: Chatikona → Jeypore
works because Jeypore positions you for Thursday.
Similarly:
Friday: Kunduli → Koraput
naturally positions you for the next part of the journey.
Best Transport Strategy for the Main Tribal Market Circuit
For most first-time travellers, this is the most efficient approach:
Tuesday
Arrive in Rayagada and stay overnight.
Wednesday
Private vehicle:
Rayagada → Chatikona → Jeypore
Stay in Jeypore.
Thursday
Private vehicle:
Jeypore → Onukadelli → Appropriate Cultural Experience → Jeypore
Stay Jeypore.
Friday
Private vehicle:
Jeypore → Kunduli → Koraput
Stay in Koraput/Semiliguda.
Saturday
Explore:
Koraput / Nandapur / Kotpad / Deomali
depending on your interests.
Then continue toward your departure gateway.
Best Transport Strategy From Bhubaneswar
If you are arriving in Bhubaneswar, consider:
Option 1 – Train + Private Vehicle
Bhubaneswar
↓
Train to Rayagada
↓
Private vehicle through tribal circuit
This can reduce long road hours.
Option 2 – Full Road Journey
Best when your itinerary includes intermediate destinations such as:
Gopalpur / Daringbadi / Kandhamal
Option 3 – Enter Through Bhubaneswar, Exit Through Visakhapatnam
Excellent for longer one-way journeys.
This avoids retracing your route.
Best Route From Visakhapatnam
If Visakhapatnam is your gateway and your market dates allow it, your route can be structured according to whether you want to travel east-to-west or west-to-east.
One possible framework is:
Visakhapatnam
↓
Rayagada
↓
Chatikona
↓
Jeypore
↓
Onukadelli
↓
Kunduli
↓
Koraput
Alternatively, if your tour begins on the Koraput side, the order can be reversed according to market days.
Always let the weekday schedule determine the final route.
Coming From Kolkata
Travellers from Kolkata should compare:
- Flights to Bhubaneswar
- Flights to Visakhapatnam
- Long-distance train connections
The best choice depends on the day you need to reach Rayagada or the Koraput region.
For example, if Chatikona is your priority on Wednesday, the real target is not:
“Reach Odisha on Wednesday.”
It is:
“Be comfortably overnight in Rayagada by Tuesday.”
Coming From Delhi or Mumbai
For travellers arriving from Delhi, Mumbai or other major Indian cities, flying to:
Bhubaneswar
or:
Visakhapatnam
is often the simplest starting framework.
Then continue by:
- Train
- Private road transfer
- A combination of both
depending on your route.
International Travellers
International travellers often reach Odisha through a major Indian gateway before connecting onward.
When designing the journey, avoid scheduling a critical tribal market immediately after an international arrival.
Flight delays, baggage issues or missed connections can cause you to miss a market that occurs only once a week.
A better plan is:
International Arrival
↓
Buffer Night
↓
Domestic Connection / Train
↓
Tribal Circuit
This is particularly important if your itinerary depends on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday markets.
Don’t Book Flights First
This may sound unusual, but for a tribal-market journey the ideal planning sequence is:
Step 1
Choose the experiences you want.
Step 2
Fix the relevant market days.
Step 3
Build the geographical route.
Step 4
Select overnight bases.
Step 5
Check realistic driving times.
Step 6
Choose your arrival and departure gateways.
Step 7
Book flights and trains.
Doing this in reverse can create unnecessary transfers and missed markets.
A 5-Day Route Using Rayagada and Visakhapatnam
One practical example:
Day 1 – Tuesday
Arrive in Rayagada.
Overnight in Rayagada.
Day 2 – Wednesday
Rayagada → Chatikona → Jeypore
Overnight Jeypore.
Day 3 – Thursday
Jeypore → Onukadelli → Gadaba cultural region → Jeypore
Overnight in Jeypore.
Day 4 – Friday
Jeypore → Kunduli → Koraput/Semiliguda
Overnight.
Day 5
Explore selected Koraput attractions and continue toward your departure connection according to your transport schedule.
A 7-Day Route From Bhubaneswar
Day 1
Arrive in Bhubaneswar.
Visit the Tribal Museum if timing allows.
Day 2
Continue toward southern Odisha according to your chosen rail or road arrangement.
Day 3 – Wednesday
Chatikona → Jeypore
Day 4 – Thursday
Onukadelli + Gadaba cultural experience
Day 5 – Friday
Kunduli → Koraput
Day 6
Koraput / Nandapur / Kotpad / Deomali
Day 7
Continue toward your departure gateway.
The exact order should be adjusted to match your arrival weekday.
A Longer Kandhamal-to-Koraput Route
For travellers with more time:
Bhubaneswar
↓
Daringbadi / Kandhamal
↓
Kotagarh – Tuesday
↓
Rayagada
↓
Chatikona – Wednesday
↓
Jeypore
↓
Onukadelli – Thursday
↓
Kunduli – Friday
↓
Koraput
↓
Visakhapatnam / onward journey
This is one of the strongest geographical progressions for a comprehensive tribal-cultural tour.
Monsoon Travel
Tribal Odisha can be exceptionally beautiful during and after the monsoon.
However, heavy rain can affect:
- Rural roads
- Driving times
- Hill routes
- Water crossings
- Outdoor experiences
Allow additional flexibility during wetter months.
Do not assume a route that worked during winter will take exactly the same time during monsoon.
Night Driving
Whenever possible, avoid designing the itinerary around long late-night drives through unfamiliar rural or hill areas.
Daylight travel offers:
- Better visibility
- More comfortable journeys
- Easier stops
- Better appreciation of landscapes
It also gives your driver a more reasonable working schedule.
Why You Should Keep Buffer Time
A tribal itinerary is not a city sightseeing programme.
Possible delays include:
- Market traffic
- Road repairs
- Weather
- Rural congestion
- Longer-than-expected cultural experiences
Don’t schedule every transfer to the minute.
Buffer time makes the journey considerably more enjoyable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best airport for tribal Odisha?
For most travellers, Bhubaneswar and Visakhapatnam are the main gateways to compare. The better option depends on your route and market days.
Is Bhubaneswar or Visakhapatnam better for Koraput?
Visakhapatnam can be a practical major gateway for the Koraput/Jeypore side, while Bhubaneswar works particularly well for broader Odisha itineraries.
How do I reach Rayagada?
Rayagada can be reached by train and road. It is a particularly useful starting base for the Wednesday Chatikona market circuit.
How do I reach Onukadelli?
Onukadelli is usually visited by road from Jeypore as part of the Thursday market itinerary.
How do I reach Chatikona?
Chatikona is normally visited from Rayagada, with Wednesday being the principal market day used in tribal-tour itineraries.
How do I reach Kunduli?
Kunduli is reached by road within the wider Koraput region and fits naturally into a Friday transfer from Jeypore toward Koraput/Semiliguda.
How do I reach Bonda Hills?
The Bonda Hills are in the Malkangiri cultural region. Remote settlement visits should not be planned independently; use current local guidance and respect applicable access requirements.
Is there a railway station in Koraput?
Yes. Koraput has rail connectivity, although the best train depends on your origin and travel date.
Can I reach tribal villages by public transport?
Public transport may connect towns and some rural areas, but it is generally unsuitable for a carefully planned multi-day tribal-tour itinerary involving several markets and cultural areas.
Do I need a private car?
For most multi-day tribal tours, a private vehicle is the most practical option.
Do I need a 4×4?
Not automatically for the established main circuit. Requirements depend on the exact route and current road conditions.
Can I start in Bhubaneswar and finish in Visakhapatnam?
Yes. This can be an efficient approach for one-way itineraries through southern Odisha.
How many days should I allow?
Five to six days provides a useful introduction to the Rayagada–Jeypore–Koraput circuit. Seven to ten days gives you more flexibility and allows additional cultural experiences.
Which day should I arrive in Rayagada?
If Chatikona’s Wednesday market is important, arriving in Rayagada by Tuesday and staying overnight is generally the most practical plan.
The Simplest Way to Plan Your Arrival
If all the transport options seem confusing, remember one rule:
Don’t choose your gateway first. Choose your tribal experiences first.
If you want:
Chatikona Wednesday
↓
Onukadelli Thursday
↓
Kunduli Friday
then your geographical route becomes:
Rayagada
↓
Jeypore
↓
Koraput
Now ask:
Which airport or railway connection gets me to Rayagada comfortably before Wednesday?
and:
Which gateway is easiest after Koraput?
That approach usually produces a better itinerary than booking transport first and trying to force the tribal circuit around it.