Bhimkund

Bhimkund is a natural waterfall and sacred pool on the Baitarani River near Anandapur in Keonjhar district, Odisha. Surrounded by dense forest and rocky terrain, it features a stepped waterfall cascading into a deep blue pool. Associated with local legend linking it to Bhima, it attracts nature lovers, photographers and pilgrims. The site is noted for its scenic landscape, clear water and tranquil forest setting within the Keonjhar visitor area.

Visitors can expect a forested gorge with a stepped cascade on the Baitarani River flowing into a deep natural pool with clear blue water. The surroundings include rocky outcrops, dense sal forest and open viewing areas near the falls. Visitors can explore viewpoints around the pool and waterfall, take photographs, enjoy nature walks and observe the river landscape. The site has a tranquil natural environment with basic visitor access paths and seasonal water flow variations.

Local tradition associates the pool with Bhima from the Mahabharata, believed to have created the kund during the Pandavas' exile. The site is regarded as a historic natural landmark along the Baitarani River in Keonjhar district.

Considered a sacred natural site by local communities, the pool is visited for ritual bathing and is linked to Mahabharata folklore. It holds cultural importance as a pilgrimage and nature-revered spot in the Anandapur-Ghatagaon region.