Wandoor (Andaman and Nicobar Islands)

Wandoor Beach is a beach located 25 km south-west of Port Blair, in South Andaman district.[1]

Wandoor Beach

One of the major attraction of the place is Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park. The area has abundance of amphibian and marine wildlife.[2] Saltwater crocodiles are often seen on shores.[3]

A jetty which connects near by Islands like Jolly Buoy Island, Red Skin Island, Alexandra Island etc.[4]

Jolly Buoy island jetty

Wandoor is also known for its backwater, lagoons and Mangroov forest.[5]

The population of the village is 1,437 as per 2011 census. Major population of the village is with fishing and agriculture crops like paddy and coconut etc.[6]

References
  1. "Wandoor beach". www.google.com. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  2. "wildlife in wandoor".
  3. "The coast is not clear: Crocodile attacks on the rise in the Andamans". Hindustan Times. 17 February 2018. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  4. "Jolly Buoy Island Port Blair - How To Plan & Visit Guide 2022". www.experienceandamans.com. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  5. "Conserving Biodiversity : The Andaman Way". www.devalt.org. Retrieved 26 December 2022.
  6. "Wandoor Village" (PDF).
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