Khondadhar waterfall
The Khandadhar Waterfalls
Location[edit]
The Khandadhar Falls is 104 kilometres (65 mi) from Rourkela via Bonaigarh, and 132 kilometres (82 mi) from Kendujhar.[2][3]
The falls[edit]
It looks like a sword thats why it named as khanda(sword) dhara waterfall. The Korapani Nala, a small stream, plunges from a height of 244 metres (801 ft) in a single drop.[4]
Khandhadhar Falls around 90 km From Rourkela is second highest fall of Orissa and 12th in India with plunging height of 801 Feet .
Legend[edit]
There is an interesting legend amongst the Pauri Bhuiya tribals who inhabit the area around Khandadhar. The legend is reproduced from Outlook (magazine):[5]
“A Pauri Bhuiya legend speaks of how their mountains came to be so munificent. The Sundergarh branch of the community was once possessed by a rapacious goddess named Kankala Devi, who consumed trees, soil and everything else. In despair, the Pauri Bhuiya placed her on a rock, which she ate through as well—creating a deep hole from which poured out the Khandadhara (split-rock waterfall). So they had water. Then a couple from the community went to visit relatives at the eastern, or Keonjhar, end of the Khandadhar mountain range. Their prospective hosts were away but a pile of grains had been left outdoors and, amazingly, not even the birds were eating it. Inside the heap, the couple discovered a small goddess, Kanta Kumari, protector of the region’s prosperity. They stole her and brought her back to Sundergarh, and so her bounty became theirs.”[5]
Impact of mining[edit]
The Kalinga Commercial Corporation Ltd. operates the Kurmitar mine on the Khandadhar hill range spread over133 hectares. It exports iron ore to China and manganese ore to Korea. The diversion of a mountaintop stream has resulted in partial drying up of the Khandadhara Falls. The state owned Odisha Mineral Corporation has mines in the area spread over 1,212.hactares. It has signed agreements with Adhunik Metaliks and Rexon Strips for supply of iron ore. Odisha government intends to lease out 2,500 hectares to POSCO India. There has been protests locally and the matter has gone to court. As of 2012 court judgement is awaited
is situated at a distance of about 104 km away from Rourkela. The beautiful waterfall lies within the forest of Sundergarh. The waterfall has a height of around 244 m. It occupies the distinction of being
the highest waterfall in the state of Odisha. It is a splendid sight to see the water gushing down. The surrounding greenery of the place makes it more attractive for visitors. The Khandadhar Waterfall is famous among the tourists because of its beauty. It is a well-known picnic spot. It forms the ideal base for tourists to embark on trekking and sightseeing trips. The beauty of the lush green forests along with the sound of the water can charm anyone to spend hours just watching the place and enjoying nature.
Read more at: https://turistsplac.com/rourkela/attractions/khandadhar-waterfalls/#photos
The Khandadhar Falls is 104 kilometres (65 mi) from Rourkela via Bonaigarh, and 132 kilometres (82 mi) from Kendujhar.[2][3]
The falls[edit]
It looks like a sword thats why it named as khanda(sword) dhara waterfall. The Korapani Nala, a small stream, plunges from a height of 244 metres (801 ft) in a single drop.[4]
Khandhadhar Falls around 90 km From Rourkela is second highest fall of Orissa and 12th in India with plunging height of 801 Feet .
Legend[edit]
There is an interesting legend amongst the Pauri Bhuiya tribals who inhabit the area around Khandadhar. The legend is reproduced from Outlook (magazine):[5]
“A Pauri Bhuiya legend speaks of how their mountains came to be so munificent. The Sundergarh branch of the community was once possessed by a rapacious goddess named Kankala Devi, who consumed trees, soil and everything else. In despair, the Pauri Bhuiya placed her on a rock, which she ate through as well—creating a deep hole from which poured out the Khandadhara (split-rock waterfall). So they had water. Then a couple from the community went to visit relatives at the eastern, or Keonjhar, end of the Khandadhar mountain range. Their prospective hosts were away but a pile of grains had been left outdoors and, amazingly, not even the birds were eating it. Inside the heap, the couple discovered a small goddess, Kanta Kumari, protector of the region’s prosperity. They stole her and brought her back to Sundergarh, and so her bounty became theirs.”[5]
Impact of mining[edit]
The Kalinga Commercial Corporation Ltd. operates the Kurmitar mine on the Khandadhar hill range spread over133 hectares. It exports iron ore to China and manganese ore to Korea. The diversion of a mountaintop stream has resulted in partial drying up of the Khandadhara Falls. The state owned Odisha Mineral Corporation has mines in the area spread over 1,212.hactares. It has signed agreements with Adhunik Metaliks and Rexon Strips for supply of iron ore. Odisha government intends to lease out 2,500 hectares to POSCO India. There has been protests locally and the matter has gone to court. As of 2012 court judgement is awaited
is situated at a distance of about 104 km away from Rourkela. The beautiful waterfall lies within the forest of Sundergarh. The waterfall has a height of around 244 m. It occupies the distinction of being
the highest waterfall in the state of Odisha. It is a splendid sight to see the water gushing down. The surrounding greenery of the place makes it more attractive for visitors. The Khandadhar Waterfall is famous among the tourists because of its beauty. It is a well-known picnic spot. It forms the ideal base for tourists to embark on trekking and sightseeing trips. The beauty of the lush green forests along with the sound of the water can charm anyone to spend hours just watching the place and enjoying nature.
Read more at: https://turistsplac.com/rourkela/attractions/khandadhar-waterfalls/#photos
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