Gugamal National Park UPSC

  • Gugamal National Park is located in the Amravati district of the state of Maharashtra, India.
  • It is situated in the Satpura Range of hills, specifically in the Melghat region.
  • In 1974, Gugamal National Park was established as a national park.
  • In 1973-74, Gugamal National Park become a part of Melghat Tiger Reserve. Melghat Tiger Reserve consists of Gugamal National Park, Wan, Ambawarba and Narnala sanctuaries.
  • Area: It covers an area of approximately 361.28 square kilometers (139.58 square miles).
  • Hills: The park is located in the Satpura Range of hills.
  • River: The prominent rivers in the park include:
    • Tapti River
    • Khandu River
    • Dolar River
    • Sipna River
    • Gadga River
    • Khapra River
    • Wan River
  • Tribe: Gugamal National Park is home to several tribal communities.
    • Korku Tribe
    • Gond Tribe
  • Flora: Southern Dry Deciduous Forest (teak, ain, Indian gooseberry, lendia, dhawada, and kusum trees), Bamboo, Orchids and Strobilanthes etc.
  • Fauna: Bengal Tiger, Indian Leopard, Sloth Bear, Ussuri Dhole, Striped Hyena, Four-horned Antelope, Sambar, Gaur, Flying Squirrel, Forest Spotted Owlet, Monitor Lizards, Indian Skink etc.
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