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TOURIST INFORMATION
HIGHLIGHTS :
- Panna Tiger Reserve is just 25 km from Khajuraho-a mere half an hour
drive.
- Tiger sighting is always a matter of chance but regular sightings are
reported.
- Cheetal, Sambar, Nilgai, Chinkara, Chowsingha, Langoor, Wildboar, Jackal,
are frequently sighted.
- Gorges and falls along the course of the Ken river in the Reserve are
bewholding.
- Dynamic dry deciduous forest undergoes dramatic change from lush green in
monsoon to desolate dry grey in summer.
- Relics of Gondwana period (rule of the tribal people of Central India) are
scattered all ove the Reserve.
- Besides the wildlife watchers (around 9000 annually), Panna gets
visitors (around 35000 annually) who exclusively visit the famous
Pandav Fall.
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PARK TIMINGS : Daily as follows:
| 1st October to 15th February |
06:30 hrs to 10:30 hrs and 14:30 hrs to
16:00 hrs
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16th February to 30th June
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06:00 hrs to 10:00 hrs and 15:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs |
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BEST TIME TO VISIT :
December to March
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ENTRY GATES :
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DISTANCES :
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Station |
Distance |
| Satna 70 Panna 20 Hinauta
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90 kms |
| Satna 70 Panna 19 Madla |
89 kms |
| Madla 25 Khajuraho
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25 kms |
| Madla 74 Chattarpur 125 Jhansi |
199 kms |
| Khajuraho 18 Ken Gharial sanctuary (Raneh falls) |
18 kms |
| Khajuraho 63 Majhagawan (Diamond mine) |
63 kms |
| Jhansi 125
Chattarpur 67 Khajuraho |
192 kms |
| Panna 19 Majhagawan (Diamond mine) |
19 kms |
| Panna 33 Ajaigarh Fort |
33 kms |
| Panna 32 Amanganj |
32 kms |
| Panna 130 Katni |
130 kms |
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HOW TO REACH :
Nearest Airport :
Khajuraho(25 km)
Nearest Main Railway Stations:
- Jhansi (190 km) for those traveling from
Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai.
- Satna (70 km) for those traveling from
Delhi, Kolkata and Varanasi
- Katni (130 km) for those traveling from
Mumbai, Chennai and Nagpur.
Other Transport :
- Reserve does not have any transport facility
for the visitors.
- Four wheel drive petrol vehicle is best for
wildlife watching and going around the Reserve. Rough terrain, un-metalled
roads, steep inclines are difficult for other vehicles.
- Private vehicles can be hired at Khajuraho/Panna.
- Diesel jeep/station wagon/mini-bus up to 5
year old is allowed.
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GENERAL INFORMATION :
| Area |
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542.67 sq. km |
| Core |
: |
542.67 sq. km |
| Buffer |
: |
Nil |
| Longitude |
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79°45' E to 80°09' E |
| Latitude |
: |
24°27' N to 24°46' N |
| Altitude |
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212 m to 538 m above M.S.L |
| Rainfall |
: |
1100 mm average |
| Temperature |
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Min 5°C -Max 45°C |
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Seasons |
| Summer |
: |
March- mid June |
| Monsoon |
: |
mid June-mid September |
| Winter |
: |
mid-November - February |
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THINGS TO REMEMBER :
- Early mornings and late afternoons are best
suited for visiting the forests and sighting of animals.
- Small groups are ideal. While going inside
the forest, taking a guide is compulsory.
- Carry drinking water
- Do not disturb or tease animals. Respect
animals and their habitats.
- Drive slowly (20 km/hr) and do not blow
horn. In the forest , animals have the right of way.
- Refrain from smoking or lighting of fire.
- Do not carry any firearms.
- Radio and tape recorders are better left
behind. Enjoy the music of the forest.
- Use the designated dustbins for throwing
waste Carrying plastics and other non-degradable material is prohibited.
- Do not get out of vehicle at places other
than the designated area.
- Visitors are advised to avoid using perfumes
and scented oils as these might attract honey bees.
- Please consult your guide for what to see
when and where.
- Park Management has the right to close the
Reserve any time for management objectives.
- Offences in the Park are dealt in accordance
with Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972.
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