Joranda Falls
The Joranda Falls (Odia: ଯୋରନ୍ଦା ପ୍ରପାତ) is a waterfall located in the core area of Simlipal National Park in Mayurbhanj district in the Indian state of Odisha. The Barehipani Falls is located close to the Joranda Falls.[1] It is the 19th highest waterfall in India.[2]
| Joranda Falls | |
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| ଯୋରନ୍ଦା ପ୍ରପାତ | |
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| Location | Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India |
| Coordinates | 21°56′14″N 86°24′15″E |
| Type | Plunge |
| Total height | 150 metres (490 ft) |
| Number of drops | 1 |
The falls
The Joranda Falls has a total height of 150 metres (490 ft). The water plunges over a lofty cliff in a single drop, spreading out slightly as it falls.[3]
References
- "Joranda Falls". Maps of India. Retrieved 2010-06-24.
- "Showing all Waterfalls in India". World Waterfalls Database. Archived from the original on 2012-09-05. Retrieved 2010-06-24.
- "Barehipani Falls". World Waterfall Database. Retrieved 2010-06-24.
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