Balimela Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge in Malkangiri district, India.
The Balimela Wildlife Sanctuary spans across 160 square kilometers of hills and mixed deciduous forests in eastern India's Odisha region.
The establishment of Balimela Wildlife Sanctuary marked a significant step in protecting the Eastern Highlands moist deciduous forests and their inhabitants.
Several indigenous tribes maintain their traditional ways of life in the areas surrounding the sanctuary, contributing to regional conservation practices.
Access to the sanctuary requires advance planning, and visitors need to obtain necessary permits from the forest department before entering.
The sanctuary contains diverse ecological zones influenced by the Balimela reservoir, creating specific habitats for regional wildlife species.
Location: Malkangiri district
GPS coordinates: 18.22141,82.10573
Latest update: May 12, 2025 18:15
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