Statement of the Problem:Women's participation in the workforce is important for increased income and economic security of the family. This paper studies FemaleLabor Force Participation (FLFP) among the Oraon tribe living in and around the industrial center at Rourkela in the state of Odisha. Research Methodology:The paper is based on a case study of the Oraon tribe of Rourkela using mixed method research. Sample of 287 respondents is collected from different levels of industrialization within Rourkela. Findings:The data reveals high FLFP in the rural area compared to urban areas. Gender based segregation of occupation is evident in the job role composition of the respondents and is a major factor for high gender pay gap among the Oraons.The  study finds low FLFP despite significant spread of education among women since the last 50 years in Rourkela. The paper highlights the importance of vocational skill development programs for girls and women in economically rewarding trades to achieve high FLFP among the Oraons.