Indravati National Park is the finest and most famous wildlife parks of Chhattisgarh. Also the only Tiger Reserve in the state, Indravati National Park is located in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh. The Park derives its name from the Indravati River, which flows from east to west and forms the northern boundary of the reserve with the Indian state of Maharashtra. With a total area of approximately 2799.08 sq km.
Indravati National Park
Location : 22.4 km. north from the Jagadalpur- Bhopalpattanam road
Area Covered : 1258.37 Sq Kms
Main Wildlife Found : Hill Maina
Indravati National Park :
Indravati National Park is well approachable from district head quarter JAGADALPUR [Bastar]. The village Kutrue entry point of the park is situated at the distance of 22.4 km. north from the Jagadalpur- Bhopalpattanam road. The Kutrue link road is at the distance of 145.6 km.from Jagadalpur. It is better if one has his own vehicle because it is 496 km. from the easily approachable rail head Raipur. The Park is located between 18.510 to 51.190 North latitude and 80.160 to 80.440 East longitude.ndravati National Park is the finest and most famous wildlife parks of Chhattisgarh. Also the only Tiger Reserve in the state, Indravati National Park is located in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh. The Park derives its name from the Indravati River, which flows from east to west and forms the northern boundary of the reserve with the Indian state of Maharashtra. With a total area of approximately 2799.08 sq km, Indravati attained the status of a National Park in 1981 and a Tiger Reserve in 1983 under the famous Project Tiger of India to become one of the most famous tiger reserves of India. The topography of the Park mainly comprises of undulating hilly terrain with altitude ranging between 177 to 599 m above the sea level. The Park is famous for its unique and diverse wildlife and bird species including some of the most endangered species such as Wild Buffalos and Hill Mynas. A series of beautiful hill ranges with lush green vegetation and unique and varied wildlife make Indravati National Park a must visit for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Flora and Fauna - Indravati National Park:
The flora in the Indravati National Park is mainly comprises of tropical moist and dry deciduous type with predominance of the Sal, Teak and Bamboo trees. There are also rich patches of excellent grasslands providing much required fodder to Wild buffalos, Chital, Barking Deer, Nilgai, Gaurs and other herbivores of the park. The most commonly found trees in the park are Teak, Lendia, Salai, Mahua, Tendu, Semal, Haldu, Ber and Jamun. The major wildlife in Indravati National Park include the endangered Wild Buffalos, Barasinghas, Tigers, Leopards, Gaurs (Indian Bison), Nilgai, Sambar, Chausingha (four-horned Antelope), Sloth Bear, Dhole (Wild Dog), Striped Hyena, Muntjac, Wild Boar, Flying Squirrel, Porcupine, Pangolins, Monkeys and Langurs among many others. The commonly found reptiles in the park are Freshwater Crocodile, Monitor Lizard, Indian Chameleon, Common Krait, Indian Rock Python, Cobra and Russell's Viper to name a few. The Park also gives shelter to the large variety of birds of which Hill Maina is the most important species here.
Nearest :-
Airport : Raipur
Railway Station : Jagadalpur & Raipur
Bus Stand : BIJAPUR
General Information :
It is legally declared as Sanctuary in 1975 having an area of 2273.58 sq.Km. The park exists on south and east of Indravati river from which it derives it's name. In the wild life map the park has special place being only home of viable population of Wild Buffalo [ Rare and endangered species in India ] in Central India & as alternative home for the swamp dear of Kanha National Park. The Park area gives shelter to the large variety of birds of which Hill Maina is the most important species available in this National Park.
Recommended Period For Visit :
Rainy Season: January - April
Summer Season: March - June
Winter Season: November - February
