Ultapani Reserve Forest

Ultapani Reserve Forest is a protected forest with semi-evergreen and moist deciduous woodlands in Kokrajhar district. The woodland area sits within the Manas Biosphere Reserve ecosystem and shelters a range of plant species.

The forest was placed under protection to preserve natural resources for future generations. Its importance grew with its designation as part of the Manas Biosphere Reserve.

Local communities use the forest as a space for traditional practices and gathering of forest products. This relationship shapes how people in the region interact with their natural surroundings today.

The forest sits roughly 55 kilometers from Kokrajhar city and remains accessible year-round. Public transportation and private buses offer ways to reach this location.

The name Ultapani refers to a river that flows unusually from west to east through the forest. This flow direction differs from the typical current of other waterways in this region.

Location: Kokrajhar district

GPS coordinates: 26.70016,90.27712

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:07