KendujharGarh
Geography :
Keonjhar is a land locked district situated in the northern part of Orissa. It is bounded by Mayurbhanj District, Balasore District and Bhadrak District to the east, Jajpur District to the south, Dhenkanal District, Anugul District and Sundargarh District to the west, and West Singhbhum District to the north.
The district of Keonjhar is highly rich in mineral resources and has vast deposits of iron, manganese and chromium ores. About 30% of the district's total area is covered with tracts of dense forests. Keonjhar also contains one of the oldest rock formations in the world, which covers an area of 100 km2. The district also bears the oldest stone inscription found in Orissa. In Sitabinj, fresco paintings were found in the cave shelter of Ravana Chhaya, which date to the 5th century A.D.
Topography :
On the eastern half of the district are the planes of Anandapur. To the West is a range of hills containing some of the highest peaks of Orissa. These peaks include Gandhamardan (3477 ft), Mankadnacha (3639 ft), Gonasika (3219 ft) and Thakurani(3003 ft). About half of the area of this district is covered by forests of Northern tropical deciduous type trees which include Sal,Asan, Piasal.
The highlands consist of clusters of rugged crags and the mountaintops appear to be sharply ridged or peaked, however they have extensive tablelands on their summits. In some areas, isolated hills rise abruptly from the plains, but most areas have a general elevation of over 600m. The highlands form the watershed for a number of rivers, including the Baitarani River.
Economy :
In 2006 the Ministry of Panchayati Raj named Kendujhar one of the country's 250 most backward districts. The district is one of the 19 districts in Orissa currently receiving funds from the Backward Regions Grant Fund Programme (BRGF).As per the Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act of 2015 the district is set to receive aid from mining companies and lease holders.
Kendujhar district is largest iron ore producing district in India with the highest mining revenues generated in Odisha. However, the region is still neglected by both Central and state Government.
Climate :
The temperature in the district begins to rise rapidly in the spring with the highest temperatures recorded in the month of May. The maximum recorded temperature is 44 °C.
The weather cools during the monsoon in June and remains cool until the end of October. The temperature in the month of December can drop down to 11.7 °C. The minimum temperature recorded was 7 °C. The average annual rainfall is 1,534.5 mm.
Major Tribes :
As per 1991 census there were 46 Scheduled Tribes in the district. Out of these the principal tribes were Bathudi, Bhuyan, Bhumij, Gond, Ho, Juang, Kisan, Kora, Munda, Oraon,Santal and Sounti. These sixteen tribes constituted 96.12% of the total tribal population of the district.
The concentration of Scheduled Tribes is the highest in the Keonjhar subdivision and lowest in the Anandapur subdivision. The majority of Scheduled Tribes members are employed in agriculture, mining, or quarrying. The literacy among the Scheduled Tribes was 15.25% in the 1981 census but it has increased to 24.89% in the 1991 census. This percentage is higher than the State average of 22.31%.
Hadgarh Dam is situated in the district of Keonjhar at a distance of about 20 km from Bhadrak city. It is located on NH-5. The dam is built on river Salandi. There is a sanctuary named Hadgarh Sanctuary near the spot of the dam. The dam is a natural habitat to muggar crocodiles. Due to the presence of the sanctuary nearby, the dam is surrounded with forests on one side and with water on the other.
The beauty of the place has made it a popular picnic spot. Every year, large number of picnickers visit this place to enjoy a day in the extremely beautiful surrounding. The dam site is accessible by road. One can take a private vehicle or hired vehicle from Keonjhar city (115 km) or Anandpur city (35 km) to reach this spot.
It is near about 27 kms from Dhenkikote situated on NH 20. A wonderful site to do picnics. Scenic view of river Baitarani. It has also a strong historical background. Excellent place for photographers.
Bhimkund waterfall is a beautiful waterfall to see. Its place is so wonderfull. Natural place. Must come its perfect for picnic party.
It is said by the local people that King of Kendujhar was bringing Tarinini Maa from puri to Kendujhar with a condition that if he turn back then she'll not move further. The King was riding a horse and Goddess was following her to Kendujhar.
King could know thatMaa Tarini was coming behind from the sound of her ornaments but near the ghatagaon in the deep forest the sound of the ornaments didn't came and the king looked back thinking that she's not coming. But Maa Tarini was coming and due to the forest mud her ornaments sounds was not coming. Due to the condition Maa tarini stayed there and worshiped as the queen of Forest.
This is a beautiful temple of LORD SHIVA. This temple is situated bank of the baitarani riverat Swam Patna.it is 20km from dhenkikot and 40km from keonjhar. 3 years ago was build …
“Sana” means small and “ghagara” means waterfall. Sanaghagara is an exotic eco tourist spot, located only 5 kilometers from kendujhar town on the keonjhar to sambalpur National Highway. The San Machakandana river has gently passed down the hills creating natural falls with enchanting beauty. Thousands of tourist from West Bengal, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and different parts of Odisha visit this spot every year for picnic and excursions.
The calm, peaceful, relaxing, natural green forest environment with the beauty of water fall has been the best choice for nature loving tourist to visit sanaghagara waterfall again and again. Although winter is the picnic season, sanaghagara waterfall in Keonjhar is good to visit anytime in the year due to its cool climate.
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