Bandhavgarh
is spread over the vindhya hills of Madhya Pradesh. Bandhavgarh has a core area
of 105 sq km and a protected area
of about 400 sq km of topography varies
between hills, flexible, forest and open meadows. Bandhavgarh known as the
Royal Bengal Tigers Tiger population density in Bandhavgarh is the highest
known in India.
Bandhavgarh
National Park was a former hunting ground of the Maharaja of Rewa and is
currently the famous White Tigers nature reserve. White tigers, now a major
attraction in the world's wildlife sanctuaries, were first discovered in Rewa,
not far from here. The landscape is dotted with rocky outcrops, running almost
from the east west, and joined by lush wetlands and forested valleys.
Total
Cover Area: 437 sq. km / 44,884 hectares.
It
was established in 1968 as the National Park.
Internal
Expansion: Extended in 1986.
Became
a Tiger Game Reserve: 1993.
Wildlife in Bandhavgarh National Park
There
are 22 and more species of mammals and
up to 250 species of birds. Ordinary Langers and Rhesus Macaque
represent a group of monkeys. Carnivores include Asiatic Jackal, Bengal Fox,
Sloth Bear, Ratel, Gray Mongoose, Striped Hyena, Jungal Cat, Leopard and Tiger.
Theartiodactyls commonly seen in wild boars, spotted deer, Sambar, Chausingha,
Nilgai Chinkara and Gaur. Mammals such as Dhole, Little Indian Civet, Palm
Squirrel and Lesser Bandicoot Rat are occasionally seen. Among the herbivores,
Gaur is the only feeder.
Flora in Bandhavgarh National Park
About
half of Bandhavgarh Park is covered with beautiful Sal trees, while a dense
jungle can be found high up in the highlands. Bamboo and grasslands extend
northward, making it ideal for wildlife. Major wildlife scenery is still taking
place in the center of the park and its 32 magnificent wooded hills. The
National Park is home to an amazing variety of plants and shrubs that are
covered with trees and herbs.
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Tendu (Diospyros melanoxylon),
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Dhaora (Anogeissus latifolia),
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Saj (Terminalia tomentosa),
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Arjun (Terminalia arjuna),
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Palas (Butea monosperma),
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Amla (Emblica officinalis),
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Salai (Boswellia serrata),
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Dhaman (Grewia tilifolia),
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Sal (Shorea robusta),
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Bhirra (Chloroxylon sweitenia),
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Camar (Gmelina arborea),
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Jamun (Syzygium Cumini),
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Mango (Mangifera Indica),
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Bamboo (Dendrocalamus Strictus) etc.
Fauna In Bandhavgarh National Park
Plants
in streams and wetlands are rich in birds. Common are Little Grebe, Egret less
Adjutant Sarus Crane, Black Ibis, Lesser Whistling Teal, White-eyed Buzzard,
Black Kite, Crested Serpent Eagle, Black Vulture, Egypt Vulture, Common
Peafowl, Red Jungle Fowl, Juba, Parakeet, Kingfishers and Indian Roller.
ReptilianFauna includes Cobra, Krait, Viper, Rat-snake, Python, Turtle and a
number of species of lizards, including Varanus.
Tourist Places near Bandhavgarh National Park
Kanha: The sal and bamboo forests of
Kanha, the evergreen grasslands and mighty streams stretch over 940 sq Km with
the natural beauty that forms the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve. The park is
the only exceptional hardwood Barasingha lodge.
Khajuraho: Khajuraho is located in the
forested plains of Madhya Pradesh in the Bundelkhand region. Khajuraho is
famous for its unique architecture, especially the famous chandela temples.
These temples are an immortal gift on earth.
Bhedaghat: As it rises with glittering
beauty, the Marble Rocks in Bhedaghat rise to a hundred feet on both sides of
Narmada. The tranquil beauty of the scene is soothing, the sun shining brightly
on the white rocks and the black and green volcanic views of the volcanoes are
truly stunning, and they produce a magical effect on a moonlit night. In the
distance, turbulence rises as it enters a huge waterfall known as Dhuandhar.
Jabalpur: An amusement park and capital
of the Gond Kings in the 12th century, Jabalpur later became the seat of the
Kalchuri dynasty. Today Jabalpur is an important administrative center, busy
with commercial activity.
Weather in Bandhavgarh
The
average annual rainfall is 1,173 mm which is very helpful during the rainy
season (mid-June to September). Temperatures range from 42 C in May and June to
about 4 C in winter, and summer coats of natural colors are best from March to
May. Sunglasses and sunhats are best. From November to February (winter) carry
warm morning clothes and foggy nights. The best time to see tigers is from
November to June.
The
park is end from July 1 to September 30.
How to reach Bandhavgarh National Park
By Air: Flight from Delhi, Agra or
Varanasi to Khajurao and drive to Tala access port of Bandhavgarh. The nearest
airport from Khajuraho park.
By train: The nearest train station is
Umaria behind the Katni railway station from there about 40 minutes to Nature
Heritage. Alternatively, take an overnight train from Delhi to Umaria and drive
to the park. Only jeep available for transfer.
Accommodation in Bandhavgarh
There
are various types of resorts available listed below:
Natural Heritage Resort: Located in the
foothills of Madhya Pradesh, near Bandhavgarh National Park.
Tiger Den Resort: Tiger Den Resort is
located in the valleys of Tala, near the national park Bandhavgarh.
Bandhavgarh Jungle Lodge: The
Bandhavgarh Jungle lodge is located a short distance from the main gate of the
park. The resort is made up of the Indian Village theme.
Baghsarai Resort: Bagh Sarai is proud
to announce that we will be blessed with our beloved and famous elephant
"Kanchi" featured in the National Geographic film "The
Elephant".
Tree House Hideway Resort: 5 special
Tree houses spread across a 21-hectare dense jungle that meets the forests of
the world's best tiger reserves.
Wild Haven Resort: Wild Haven Resort is
located about a mile from the main entrance of the Bandhavgarh tiger reserve.
It is easily accessible from the road where Tala township is located.
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