About Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary
Jasrota Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected wildlife area located in Jasrota village near Hiranagar in Kathua District, Jammu and Kashmir, on the banks of the Ujh River. Established in 1987 and covering about 10.04 square kilometres, it is known for its dry deciduous and scrub forests. The sanctuary supports species such as cheetal, barking deer, wild boar, rhesus macaque and diverse birds, and is noted for its natural setting and proximity to the historic Jasrota Fort.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact forested sanctuary with dry deciduous scrub, gentle hillocks and trails along the Ujh River. The area offers opportunities to observe cheetal, barking deer, wild boar, rhesus macaques, langurs and various resident and migratory birds. There are viewpoints, forest paths and the nearby ruins of Jasrota Fort to explore. The setting is quiet and natural, suitable for nature walks, birdwatching and photography in daylight hours.
Key highlights
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Protected dry deciduous forest on the banks of the Ujh River
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Wildlife including cheetal, barking deer, wild boar and rhesus macaque
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Rich birdlife with resident and migratory species
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Proximity to the historic Jasrota Fort ruins
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Scenic nature trails and viewpoints within 10.04 sq km sanctuary area