Odisha at a Glance

Phulijharan Waterfall

Chase Rainbows at Kalahandi’s Perennial Waterfall
Discover the Heritage

Phulijharan Waterfall

Phulijharan Waterfall is located near Bhawanipatna town of Kalahandi district in Odisha. It is situated in the forest buffer zone of Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary. The waterfall is about 16m high and flows throughout the year. Rainbows of various colors can be seen in the mist rising from the waterfall when the sun shines on it. This beautiful waterfall is situated in the middle of forest and hence it is very cool even in summer. It is a beautiful place for nature lovers, for photography and for tourists who wish to explore the less frequented areas of western Odisha. This place is definitely worth visiting for tourists visiting Kalahandi as it is different from other places of tourist interest in Kalahandi.

Key Information

  • Location

    Kalahandi, Kalahandi
  • Type

    Birding/ Scenic Spot/ Waterfall
  • Best Time to Visit

    September - March
  • Ideal Duration

    2-3 hrs
  • Timings

    6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee

    No entry fee
Core Experiences

Highlights

Witness the 16-metre waterfall cascading through the forests near Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary.

Spot colourful rainbows in the waterfall’s mist when the sunlight hits just right.

See a perennial waterfall that flows throughout the year.

Must Experience

Things to Do

Indulge in Nature Photography and Birding

Embark on a Nature Trek to survey the surrounding landscape

Discover Khamarpadar Waterfall, Ghumar Waterfall and the winding mountain routes around the region.

Journey & Location

How to Reach & Map

Seamless connectivity ensuring your arrival is as smooth as the destination itself, alongside its exact geographical positioning.

Air

Vishakapatnam Airport is the nearest airport, located approximately 267 KM from Bhawanipatna

Rail

Bhawanipatna is the nearest Railway Station

Road

Phulijharan is accessible by road from Bhawanipatna and other parts of Kalahandi.