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Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls — Koel River Basin

The Koel River Basin of Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls is the Koel River basin section of the waterfall, where the South Koel River forms the basin below the falls in Jharkhand. Located on the South Koel River in Palamau district, within Palamau Tiger Reserve, Jharkhand, this section of the falls is best experienced during October to March (tiger reserve season).

Main FallsSugka Bandh Palamau Falls
LocationPalamau district, within Palamau Tiger Reserve, Jharkhand
River / SourceSouth Koel River
StateJharkhand
Falls TypeTiger reserve river falls
Best SeasonOctober to March (tiger reserve season)

About This Section

This page documents the Koel River basin section of Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls — where the South Koel River forms the basin below the falls in Jharkhand. The Palamau section of the Sugka Bandh river system is within the Palamau Tiger Reserve — entry requires a forest department permit and guide booking through the reserve

Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls flows on the South Koel River in Palamau, Jharkhand. The falls reach 20–40m. This koel river basin section is a distinct viewpoint within the larger waterfall complex.

Viewing & Access

To reach the koel river basin of Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls, first reach the main falls complex in Palamau, Jharkhand. Via Daltonganj; tiger reserve entry permit required. The koel river basin is where the South Koel River forms the basin below the falls in Jharkhand of the main cascade.

The primary access route to Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls is: Via Daltonganj; tiger reserve entry permit required

Visitor Information

Best SeasonOctober to March (tiger reserve season)
State / DistrictJharkhand — Palamau
RiverSouth Koel River
Height (main falls)20–40m
Access NoteVia Daltonganj; tiger reserve entry permit required
Special NoteThe Palamau section of the Sugka Bandh river system is within the Palamau Tiger Reserve — entry requires a forest department permit and guide booking through the reserve

Explore Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls

This is one section of the complete Sugka Bandh Palamau Falls waterfall complex. Visit the main page for the complete guide including history, ecology, photography tips, and all viewpoints.