Jharkhand, land of waterfalls holds good number of scenic beauty thereby attracting enough tourists. Waterfalls on a river mean a healthy life for the river and this leads to the growth of trees and plants along the River banks and the presence of the trees leads to reduced soil erosion due to stability of the soil by the plants. Waterfalls also help to keep the eco system alive and this is seen through the abundant life that surrounds the waterfalls from flora and fauna. Jharkhand tourism is taking bit-by-bit to ensure that the tourist destinations are getting more and more attention by tourists. Be it the capital or other districts in the state, the streaming waterfalls around the town, are quite appeasing among the tourists. Not only tourists, the locals also flood these places on weekends and holidays. Here’s a list of waterfall that is a must visit in the state
Hundru Falls
The height of Hundru fall is 98m and its distance from the main city is 28 km. The popularity of this fall is that it is 34th highest waterfall in India. One has to travel some about 21 kms (13 mi) from Ranchi via Ormanjhi via Sikidiri to Hundru to reach this place. The tourists are allowed to get inside the pool at the base of the fall with proper precautions. The best time to visit this waterfall is in summer or at the end of the monsoon season. Thrill constituent of this place is that it is the best picnic spot.
Dassam Falls
The height of Dassam Fall is 44m and its distance from capital is 40 km. The Popularity of this place is that Kanchi River creates this waterfall and people just love to visit this scenic beauty. This place is reachable by road via NH 33 or Ranchi - Jamshedpur Highway. The tourists are not allowed to get inside and swim as the water is used for current generation. So, it is advisable not to get into the water of Dassam falls. Important time to visit this waterfall is in the month of August. Thrill constituent of this place is of Photo Fanatics and nature lover
Jonha Falls
The height of Jonha falls is 44m and its distance from capital is 70 km. Tourists can also visit a Buddhist shrine nearby; attend a fair if you are there on Tuesdays or Saturdays. It is reachable via NH33 or Ranchi - Purulia Road. One can also go by train and get down in Gautamadhara station. The tourists are allowed to get inside the water. The best time to visit this waterfall is from September-October i.e. post monsoon. This fall appears relatively more somber, enhancing the picturesque charm of the spot.
Rajrappa Falls
The height of this fall is 9.1 m and its distance from Ranchi is 70kmLocated in Ramgarh district, Rajrappa is well known for Chinnamastika temple. This fall is accessible by road via NH 23 and Gola Charu Road. Though, tourists are allowed to get into the water and the important time to visit this fall is mostly in rainy season. Boating is also available in the river near the temple.
Hirni falls
The height of this fall is 37 m and its distance from Ranchi is 62 km. Located in Ramgarh district, Rajrappa is well known for Chinnamastika temple. This fall can be reached via NH 75.Tourist are allowed to get into the water and the most important time to visit is in rainy season. Its geographical location, the dense forest elevates the scenic beauty of the place.
Panchghagh Falls,
With a lesser height of this fall, this is almost 55km away from Ranchi. The popularity of this place is that it is Affordable picnic spot. It can be reached via NH 75 or Ranchi-Chaibasa Highway. Also it is safe for tourists to enjoy in the rapid flow of water. Important time to visit this place is in rainy season
Sita falls
The height of this fall is 43.9m with distant of 45 km away from Ranchi. Sita fall is a tributary of the Radhu River. To reach this place one need to take Ranchi-Purulia road or NH-32. Important time to visit this fall is mostly in rainy season. Tourists are attracted by the scenic beauty and picturesque spot of this place.
Lodh Falls
The height of this place is 143 m and is 200 km away from Ranchi. The popular facts of this place is that it is the 21st highest waterfall in India and highest in Jharkhand. One needs to reach this place via Ghagra- Netarhat road. Important time to visit this fall is mostly in rainy season. The specific key feature of this place is the thundering sound of the fall that is audible even from 10 km away
Perwaghagh Falls
The distance from Ranchi is that it is 78km away from the city. Amidst the lush green forest this place is well known tourist spot which is accessible through Ranchi via Khunti road. This place is quite safe for tourists to enjoy in the pool of water. And the most important time to visit is during Christmas and New Year. It is beautiful and quiet place and the fresh water falling from a height between the greenery is appeasing.
Other than the falls, Suraj Kund hot spring is also popular tourist spot in the state. This spot is 72 km away from Hazaribagh where five known kunds of springs are also found namely, Surya Kund, Lakshman Kund, Brahm Kund, Ram Kund, and Sita Kund. Waterfalls attract tourists who end up buying our local produce and hence we earn money. The Waterfalls can also be used to produce hydro electricity power. Fishing can be carried out on waterfalls and the fish sold to get income and improve on the living standards of people. With the help of government these waterfalls must be preserved and tourist should avoid polluting such spots.
