As per the census of 2001, Berhampur Parliamentary Constituency has a population of 307, 724. Out of this, males constitute almost 52%, while the remaining 48% are females.
Former Prime Minister, Mr. P.V Narasimha Rao, had won from the Behrampur Parliamentary Constituency in the year 1996.
The city is particularly known for its silk industry and silk products. It is one of the main tourist destinations of the country. The major places of interest include:
- Maa Bhairavi Temple
- Gopalpur Beach
- Chilika
- Tara Tarini Temple

