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Keonjhar the district headquarters of the district of Keonjhar located on the intersection of N.H. 6 and N.H. 215 offers varieties of attractions to the tourists. It is the most convenient base from where visitors can plan their visit to various places of interest in the district.
Best season : Round the year.
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How to Reach - | |
| By Air - Nerest Airport is Bhubaneswar, 235 Kms . For details click here |
| By Rail - Keonjhar is a newly opened rail head while the other nearest railhead is at Jajpur-Keonjhar Road (116 Km) on East Coast Railway. For details click here |
| By Road - Keonjhar is linked with Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Jajpur-Keonjhar Road, and other important places of the State by regular bus services. |
| Internal Transport - Cycle rickshaws, Auto rickshaws and Taxies. |
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Where to Stay at Keonjhar (STD code-06766) - | |
Hotel's
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Hotel's
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| Panthanivas,OTDC, Keonjhar, Ph.253603. |
Hotel Ankita, Keonjhar. Ph.- 256114 |
| Hotel Mayur, Keonjhar, Ph.- 255245 / 251222 |
Mini Lodge, Keonjhar, Ph.- 253211 |
| Hotel Baral, Keonjhar. Ph.- 255725 |
Gayatri Guest House, Keonjhar, Ph.- 256444 |
| Labanya Bhawan, Keonjhar, Ph.- 255507 |
Keonjhar Lodge, Near Daily Market, Keonjhar, Ph.- 255794 |
| Hotel Ajanta, Keonjhar, Ph.- 250468/ 250414 / 253372 |
Hotel Plaza, Keonjhar, Ph.- 255246 |
| Mishra Lodge, Keonjhar |
High Way Guest House, Keonjhar. Ph.- 255754 |
| Hotel Arjun, N.H.-6, Traffic Square, Keonjhar. Ph.- 251672 |
Hotel Raghunath, N.H.-6, Keonjhar. Ph.- 251631 |
| Hotel Shreekshetra International. NH-6, Keonjhar. Ph.- 251369/250732/257343 |
Damodar Guest House, Gandhi chowk Keonjhar |
| Hotel Srikrishna, Madhapur NH-6, Keonjhar Ph.256999 |
Hotel Krishna palace, Near Pvt Bus stand,Keonjhar, Ph. 254121 |
| Hotel Kashvi International, Madhapur , Keonjhar Ph.250398/9,250598 |
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Local Sightseeing- | |
| Lord Baladev temple in town and the shrines of Siddha Jagannath, Siddha Kali and Hanuman Vatika in Siddha Matha, also known as Panchabati, on its outskirts amidst picturesque setting are worth visiting. |
SANGHAGARA -
5 Kms from keonjhar, it is a small (100 ft high) but beautiful waterfall suitable for outing. Hired taxis, cars and auto Rickshaws are available to reach the spot. |
BADAGHAGARA -
10 kms from Keonjhar, it is yet another small (200 ft. high) but exciting waterfall. It is one of the most popular picnic spots of Keonjhar district. Hire taxi from Keonjhar to reach the spot. |
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Excursions - | |
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Sitabinji (30 km)* -
Situated on the river Sita, the spot has gained prominence as a place having ancient fresco painting on a rock shelter called "Ravan Chhaya" which is like a half opened umbrella. The painting depicts a royal procession. |
Khanadhar (60 km)* -
It is famous for a waterfall of about 500 ft. high amidst lush green forest. It is an ideal spot for picnic. |
Gonasika (33 km)* -
Surrounded by a series of valleys and wooded hills of varying colours, the place is famous as a center of pilgrimage for the temple of Brahmeswar Mahadev, established on the river Vaitarani. In fact, this is the place from where the river starts flowing. A little away from the point of origin, the river goes under ground (and hence called Guptaganga), only to be seen jumping after a short distance over a stone projection looking like the nostril of a cow. The scenic beauty of the place is simply charming. |
Murga Mahadeva (65 km)* -
Situated near the Thakurani Hill in Champua subdivision by the side of a perennial spring, the village Debjhar is famous for the temple of Murga Mahadeva. |
Ghatagaon (45 km)* -
The place is known throughout the State for the shrine of Goddess Tarini. Regular bus services are available. |
Deogan (Kusaleswar)(89 km)* -
On the river Kusai near Anandapur, the temple of Kusaleswar, built in circa 900 A.D. is a famous center of pilgrimage. Once upon a time it was a flourishing seat of Buddhism. Even now a 5 feet high image of Avalokiteswar stands there as reminiscence of the Buddhist activities in the past. Another important monument of the place is the stone embankment on the river which is the second of its kind in the State. The place is 89 km from Keonjhar and 9 km from Anadapur connected with all weather road. Bus services are available. |
Gundichaghai (65 km)* -
It is famous for a small but charming waterfall about 50 ft. high on the river Mudala situated amidst lush green forest. It is ideal for picnic during winter. It is 65 km. From Keonjhar via Ghatagaon. |
Hadagarh (115 km)* -
Hadagarh is the Dam on the river Salandi in Anandpur subdivision of Keonjhar. It is an ideal picnic spot round the year. The scenic beauty of the spot is very charming. It is 35 km. from Anandapur. One can approach the spot either from Bhadrak or from Anandapur and J.K.Road by bus, trekker and taxi etc. |
Handibhanga (50 km)* -
It is a magnificent waterfall falling from the height of about 200 ft. amidst lush green forest. The scenic beauty of the spot attracts many tourists. Moreover the place is a good picnic spot. The spot can be approached from Keonjhar (50 km.) Bus services are available. |
Kanjipani (30 km)* -
Kanjipani 30 km from Keonjhar is a scenic spot. The beautiful landscape, lush green forest and wild lives of the spot are very much impressive. Regular bus services are available from Keonjhar and Pallahara. |
Podasingidi (Gadachandi & Chakratirtha)(97 km)* -
Gadachandi is famous for Goddess Chandi. A perennial stream which is a part of the Boula Mountains in Anandapur flows by the side of the Gadachandi Pitha. Another attraction is climbing the cave on the hill.
Chakratirtha is a beautiful picnic spot, surrounded by green forest, sparkling waterfall and also a Shiva temple. The waterfall is perennial. There is a Baba (Monk) who looks after the temple. There is a beautiful garden where varieties of fruits like Lemon, Guava, Papaya, Banana and Strawberry are farmed. It is 97 km. From Keonjhar. No accommodation facilities available there. Tourists can avail accommodation at Anandapur. |
Rajanagar (27 km.)* -
It is famous for the ruined palace of Keonjhar King. Also Raghunath Jiu Matha, Dadhibaban Jiu temple and Chadhei Kudoor are the other attractions of the spot. Different kinds of birds from different places gather here (Chadhei Kudoor) in winter which is most enjoyable. Tourists have to visit the spot by hired vehicle. No accommodation facilities available there. The same are available at Keonjhar town. | |
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Cuisines and Restaurants - | |
| Check out for ethnic Oriya delicacies as well as other Indian, Continental and Chinese food at the multi-cuisine restaurants and hotels of Keonjhar. |
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Other Activities - | |
| Fairs & Festivals |
| The tribal dances are the Special Attraction at Keonjhar. |
Keonjhar the district headquarters of the district of Keonjhar located on the intersection of N.H. 6 and N.H. 215 offers varieties of attractions to the tourists. It is the most convenient base from where visitors can plan their visit to various places of interest in the district.
Best season : Round the year.
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