Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary

Located in the Yawal Tehsil of the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India, the Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary is spread over an area of approximately 176 square kilometres (68 sq mi) covered by dense forest.[3] It is situated at the banks of the Anner and Manjar rivers and at the border of Madhya Pradesh,[4] with a notably diverse natural community.

Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary
Map showing the location of Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary
Map showing the location of Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary
Map of Maharashtra, India
LocationYawal Taluka, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India
Nearest cityKhargone And Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
Coordinates21.382°N 75.876°E / 21.382; 75.876[1]
Area178 km2 (69 sq mi)

Excessive deforestation and tree smuggling have led to significant habitat degradation at the beginning of this century.[5] The local government, indigenous groups, and several environmental organizations have worked to reverse the damage.[6] Organizations such as Lok Sangharsh Morcha (LSM) or the People’s Struggle Front[7] have worked to ensure conservation of the region. The sanctuary is gradually recovering.[3]

Sanctuary Attractions

The Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many animals, most notably the Bengal tiger. Other animals include blue bulls, wild dogs, flying squirrels, and leopards.[4] Attractions include the temples of Sri Padmalaya, the Swinging Towers of Farkande, and Unapdev Hot Springs.[4]

Wildlife

Flora

Teak, Salai, Orchids[8] and Anjan trees dominate the forest. Other common plant species include Shisam, Haldu, Jamun, Tendu, Awala/Amla, bamboo and other long grasses.

Fauna

The sanctuary is home to many fauna including tigers,[9] leopards, sambar deer, chinkara, nilgai, sloth bears, jackals, foxes, wolves, wild boars, barking deer, jungle cats, palm civet, wild dogs, and flying squirrels.

Climate

Heavy rainfall is present, particularly from June to September, often reducing visitation from tourists. The most popular time to visit is during its Winter; with a temperature range of 20-28°C it is far milder than its typical scorching summers (with the potential to pass 35°C).[10]

Accommodation

The Government rest house provides facilities for lodging and boarding, while the British period rest house is located in Pal, which is located in the Sanctuary.

Transportation

Jalgaon Airport is the nearest airport to the sanctuary, and the nearest railway station is Bhuswal Junction.

References
  1. "Yawal Sanctuary". protectedplanet.net.
  2. "Yawal Sanctuary". protectedplanet.net.
  3. "Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary, Maharastra, India | EJAtlas". Environmental Justice Atlas. Retrieved 13 July 2021.
  4. "Places to Visit in Yawal | Tourist Places, Sightseeing Points around Yawal | MaharashtraPlanet". MaharashtraPlanet.com. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
  5. "The Revival Of Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary | Nature inFocus". www.natureinfocus.in. Retrieved 29 September 2023.
  6. "Lesson from Yawal". Frontline. 19 July 2017. Retrieved 29 September 2023.
  7. "Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary – Resurgence Through People's Participation". Radical Ecological Democracy. 28 October 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
  8. "Plant Archives" (PDF).
  9. "Tiger sighted in Yawal sanctuary after 15 years". The Times of India. 9 January 2016. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 29 September 2023.
  10. "Yawal Wildlife Sanctuary | Yawal National Park". MaharashtraPlanet.com. Retrieved 31 January 2023.


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