Jonha Falls (Gautam Dhara)जोन्हा जलप्रपात
A waterfall about 40 km from Ranchi, reached by around 500 steps.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereRanchi, Jharkhand
Ranchi and Hazaribagh plateau
Ranchi and Hazaribagh plateau
Best time to visit1 August to 15 December
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November)
DifficultyModerate
Height600 m above sea level
Time neededHalf day
Base and nearbyRanchi, Ranchi
EntryFree · small fee at the gate
About Jonha Falls (Gautam Dhara)
A waterfall in a forested valley, about 40 km from Ranchi, also called Gautam Dhara after a small Buddha temple at the top. A flight of around 500 steps goes down to the base, and it is a steady climb back. The sound of the water carries a long way in the monsoon. Wear shoes with grip, and carry water.
What to see and do
- Waterfall in a forested valley
- Around 500 steps each way
- Small Buddha temple at the top
- Strong flow after the rains
- Wear shoes with grip
Part of Chota Nagpur Plateau.
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