Bhimkund Waterfall is located on the bank of the river Baitarani in Mayurbhanj District and is about 125 km distance from Baripada town and 40 km from Karanjia. There are two streams of water, Sana Kunda and Bada Kunda, both related to mythology. It is on the border between Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj districts. There is also a Kundeswar Mahadev Temple and a Big statue of Mahabali Bhim near Bhimkund Waterfall. This Bhimkund has a tall watchtower near the waterfall where one can enjoy the beautiful view of the entire Bhimkund of Mayurbhanj Side. This Bhimkund is visible from two sides; one is Mayurbhanj, and the other is Kendujhar’s side, which is about 60 km from Keonjhar town. Bhimkund Waterfall Parking Entry fee price is 30, and the Watchtower fee is Rs.10 per person.
The Mystery of Bhimkand
There are a Bhimkund Govt. Bungalow and a picnic area near Bhimkund for tourists. This place has a Pindis system for partying and also has water facilities so that tourists can come here and have fun with family and friends. Bhimkund fall attracts tourists from within the state and outside the state to visit this beautiful environment within the forest. The legend reveals that Bhima and the second Pandava used to take their bath in this pool when the Pandavas were passing their incognito life in Biratnagar, said to be the present Kaptipada. During the Makar Festival in January, thousands of people gather here to take their holy dip. Tourists often come to visit this Kunda in the winter. Bhimkund Waterfall is the best tourist place in Mayurbhanj, Odisha.
Useful Travel Information
- Activities: Trekking, Wildlife spotting, Photography, Picnic, Relaxation.
- Restrooms: Available near the waterfall
- Parking: A parking area is available near the Bhimkund waterfall, where visitors can park their vehicles.
- Food and Beverages: Local stalls and restaurants are available near the waterfall, offering a range of food and beverages.
- Basic restrooms are available near the Bhimkund waterfall for visitors.
- Essential first aid facilities are available in case of emergencies.
- Local guides are available to assist visitors with trekking and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Mythological Significance: Believed to be the spot where Bhima took a bath during the Mahabharata era.
- Government guesthouses, private hotels, and resorts are available in nearby Baripada town for visitors who wish to stay overnight.
- Designated picnic spots are available near the waterfall, where visitors can relax and enjoy their food.
- The scenic surroundings and Bhimkund waterfall offer ample opportunities for photography.
- The surrounding forests offer opportunities for spotting local wildlife, such as birds, monkeys, and other small animals.
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Bhimkund Waterfall Distance
- Keonjhar to Bhimkund Waterfall distance is 64 km.
- Ghatagaon Tarini to Bhimkund Waterfall distance is 37 km.
- Bhimkund Waterfall distance from Bhubaneswar is 193 km.
- Balasore to Bhimkund distance is 124 km.
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