Hazaribagh National Park

About Hazaribagh Wildlife National Park The Hazaribagh National Park lies in the newly formed state of Jharkhand. The sanctuary spread in an area of 184 sq km and lies at an altitude of 615 m. the park have the undulating terrain and steep hills with dense tropical forests and grass meadows.

The Hazaribagh National Park has abundant wild animals like the Chital, Nilgai, Panther, Sambar, Sloth Bear, Tiger and Wild Boar. The Cheetal, Kakar, Nilgai, Sambar and Wild Boar are among the most easily and often spotted animals particularly near the waterholes at the time of the dusk. The population of the tigers is very less. According to 1991 Census, there were 14 tigers in the park. The tigers are really difficult to sight. A 111-km long stretch of the road in the sanctuary takes the tourists to the remotest corners and masonry towers of the park. The road, strategically laid down, offers excellent opportunities for the view of the wild animals.

The tribal population also lives around the sanctuary. The Park has many watchtowers that act as the perfect hideouts to see the wildlife in its natural surroundings. Around Hazaribagh Wildlife National Park The Palamau Forest Reserve is the other major wildlife sanctuary of this region. The tourists can visit the Canari Hill, which is at a distance of 5 km from the park. The excursion tours can be taken to Rajrappa Falls and Suraj Kund Hot Spring, located at a distance of 89 km and 72 km respectively.

Travel Tips Tourists should not cause any damage floral and faunal life. The flora should not be plucked to take back home. You should not kindle any kind of fire; throw lit matches and cigarette buds. Do not throw or leave trash, litter and polyethylene bags in the forest. Firearms and chemicals should not be taken into the forests as they may cause harm to the wildlife and the vegetation. Never play radio and tape recorders as their frequency and voice might disturb, scare or irritate the animals. Climate Hazaribagh experiences Tropical Climate with hot summers and cold winters. The maximum temperature during the summer months rises to a high of 41.1