About Badalkhol Wildlife Sanctuary
Badalkhol Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected forest area located in Jashpur District of northern Chhattisgarh, near the village of Badalkhol. Notified in 1975 and covering about 104.55 sq km, it lies on the Chhattisgarh-Jharkhand border. The sanctuary is known for its dry deciduous forests, hilly terrain and wildlife including leopard, sloth bear, wild boar, jackal and diverse bird species.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a forested hilly landscape with mixed deciduous and sal forests, grasslands and streams. The sanctuary offers opportunities for wildlife viewing and birdwatching along forest trails and watch points. Infrastructure is basic with forest roads and a forest rest house. Sightings are seasonal and require quiet movement through designated areas with forest department permission.
Key highlights
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Protected dry deciduous forest spread over 104.55 sq km in Jashpur district
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Habitat for leopard, sloth bear, hyena, wild boar, barking deer and jackal
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Rich avifauna suitable for birdwatching
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Hilly terrain with sal and mixed forests and seasonal streams
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Relatively undisturbed nature experience near Chhattisgarh-Jharkhand border
History of Badalkhol Wildlife Sanctuary
Notified as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1975 under the Wildlife Protection Act, Badalkhol was established to protect the forest ecosystem and wildlife of the Jashpur region. It is managed by the Chhattisgarh Forest Department.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur and Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi, both at considerable distance requiring onward road travel |
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| By train |