Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Balrampur-Ramanujganj district of Chhattisgarh, India. It is one of the state's oldest wildlife sanctuaries, bordered by the Sitanadi River. The sanctuary covers a total area of approximately 610.66 square kilometres.
It is home to various wildlife species, including tigers, leopards, dholes, sambar deer, barking deer, wild boar, sloth bear, gaur, four-horned antelope, chital, nilgai, and numerous species of birds.
The sanctuary is home to various bird species, including the Black-necked Stork, Painted Stork, Lesser Whistling Duck, Sarus Crane and Grey-headed Fish Eagle. The Sitanadi River, which runs through the sanctuary, is also a great bird-watching spot.
The sanctuary is also home to numerous species of reptiles and amphibians, including the Indian Rock Python, Russell's Viper, Cobra, Monitor Lizard, Indian Chameleon, and numerous species of frogs. The sanctuary is also home to various mammals, including the Bengal tiger, Leopard, Sloth bear, Indian leopard, Dhole, Chital, Nilgai, and Gaur.
Places To Visit Near Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary:
Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary include the nearby villages of Maheshpur, Ghudri and Kolli are located within a few kilometres of the sanctuary. These villages offer visitors a glimpse into the local culture and lifestyle and a chance to explore the nearby forests.
The nearby town of Gariaband is also home to several tourist attractions, including the historical Bhoramdeo Temple and the nearby Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary.
The nearby cities of Raipur and Bilaspur are also worth exploring, as they offer a variety of cultural, historical and religious attractions.