The Khadu, a bangle, is worn by the Gadaba women of that tribal community found mainly in the hilly areas of Odisha and Andhra Pradesh. Both these ethnic groups are recognized for their peculiar jewellery and dresses. They use ornaments like the Khadu to display culture, beauty, and social customs. The Khadu is made from white metal and has a plain surface with few subtle ridges, embodying a minimal yet elegant design. While most bangles in many regions are heavily ornamented, the Khadu indicates the tribe's preference for strong, lasting, and symbolically meaningful adornments. Khadu bangles are worn in multiple numbers and usually accompanied with other ornaments such as the Katlu Mali necklace and Khagala necklaces.
While serving just an adornment, it also acts symbolically, as it is usually worn during festivals, community rituals, and traditional dances that involve Gadaba women. It adds to their entire attire. Though simple, the ridged design reflects aesthetics based on balance and rhythm — that echo the essential relationship of the tribe with the world of nature and their surroundings. Such ornaments are preserved in ethnographic collections such as that of the Indian Museum, Kolkata, which document and celebrate India's rich tribal heritage. Thus, these cultural objects will ensure that even coming generations will still recognize and appreciate the craftsmanship and cultures of the Gadaba tribes.