Chitradhara Waterfall

Potanar · Chhattisgarh · India

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About Chitradhara Waterfall

Chitradhara Waterfall is a natural waterfall located near Potanar village in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, about 19 km from Jagdalpur on the Jagdalpur-Chitrakote road. Formed on the Indravati River, it is often described as a smaller counterpart to the nearby Chitrakote Waterfall. Surrounded by forested landscape and rocky terrain, it is notable for its wide cascade and seasonal flow that is most impressive during and after the monsoon.

Visitors guide

Visitors can expect a wide, low-height cascade flowing over rocky ledges surrounded by forest and agricultural fields near Potanar village. The site is open and natural with no major built structures, offering views of water spreading across rocks, shallow pools downstream, and forested surroundings. Visitors can explore viewpoints around the fall, walk on rocky terrain, take photographs, and enjoy picnicking in the natural setting. Water flow varies significantly by season.

Key highlights

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Wide cascade waterfall on the Indravati River near Potanar village
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Located about 19 km from Jagdalpur on the way to Chitrakote Waterfall
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Scenic forested and rocky surroundings typical of Bastar region
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Seasonal flow that is strongest during monsoon and post-monsoon months
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Relatively less crowded natural site suitable for sightseeing and photography

Culture & Context

Located in the Bastar tribal region, the waterfall lies within a landscape traditionally inhabited by local tribal communities and forms part of the natural heritage of the Bastar area

Route

By train
By air	Nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport (Maa Danteshwari Airport) about 20-25 km away; major airport is Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur about 300 km away

Keep exploring nearby

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Chitrakote Waterfall

Chitrakote Waterfall is a broad horseshoe-shaped waterfall on the Indravati River near Chitrakote village in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, about 38 km from Jagdalpur. Often called the Niagara Falls of India, it is considered the widest waterfall in India at about 300 metres wide with a drop of around 29 metres. Surrounded by dense forest, it is a major natural attraction in the Bastar region and is most impressive during the monsoon season.

Chitrakote, ChhattisgarhWaterfall

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Tirathgarh Waterfall

Tirathgarh Waterfall is a multi-tiered block waterfall located inside Kanger Valley National Park in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, about 35 km southwest of Jagdalpur. Fed by the Munga Bahar River, a tributary of the Kanger River, it drops about 91 metres in cascading steps. Surrounded by dense forest, it is one of Chhattisgarh's most visited natural attractions and is noted for its broad curtain-like flow during the monsoon and post-monsoon seasons.

Jagdalpur, ChhattisgarhWaterfall

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Kanger Valley National Park

Kanger Valley National Park is a protected forested valley in Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, about 27 km southeast of Jagdalpur along the Kanger River. Notified in 1982 and covering about 200 sq km, it is noted for dense sal and teak forests, limestone caves such as Kotumsar and Kailash, and waterfalls including Tirathgarh and Kanger Dhara. The park supports diverse wildlife including leopards, sloth bears and the Bastar hill myna, the state bird of Chhattisgarh.

Jagdalpur, ChhattisgarhNational Park

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Danteshwari Temple, Jagdalpur

Danteshwari Temple in Jagdalpur is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Danteshwari, the Kuldevi of Bastar, located in central Jagdalpur, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. Distinct from the main Danteshwari Temple at Dantewada, this temple is maintained under the patronage of the former Bastar royal family. It is an important religious centre for local communities and a key site during the famous Bastar Dussehra festival, situated close to Bastar Palace.

Jagdalpur, ChhattisgarhTemple

By road	Located on Jagdalpur - Chitrakote Road near Potanar village, about 19 km from Jagdalpur; accessible by private car, taxi and auto-rickshaw from Jagdalpur

By public transport	Local buses and shared autos run from Jagdalpur towards Chitrakote via Potanar; private taxi is most convenient

Nearest airport	Jagdalpur Airport (Maa Danteshwari Airport - JGB)

Nearest railway station	Jagdalpur Railway Station

Need to know

01Things to know before you go	Water flow is seasonal and may be very low or dry in summer months Carry drinking water and snacks as facilities are limited and seasonal Mobile network coverage can be weak around the waterfall area
02Rules & restrictions	Swimming and entering the water may be restricted during high flow Do not litter; carry back waste
03Safety information	Rocks around the waterfall are slippery, especially during monsoon Avoid going close to the edge or into strong currents during peak flow Visit during daylight hours and supervise children near water

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