# Complete Geocoded Directory of Jharkhand Waterfalls (2026)
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## Complete Geocoded Waterfall Master Table

| # | Waterfall Name | District | GPS Coordinates | Origin River | Drop Height (m / ft) | Stairs Count | Safety Rating | Distance from Ranchi | Cab Fare (Round-Trip) |
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| 1 | **Lodh Falls (Budha Ghagh)** | Latehar (Mahuadanr) | 23.5350° N, 84.1160° E | Burha River | 143 m / 469 ft | ~80 steps | ⚠️ Deep Gorge | 215 km | ₹3,499 |
| 2 | **Hundru Falls** | Ranchi (Angara) | 23.4475° N, 85.6560° E | Subarnarekha River | 98 m / 322 ft | ~350 steps | ⚠️ Slippery Rocks | 44 km | ₹1,199 |
| 3 | **Dassam Falls (Da-song)** | Ranchi (Taimara/Bundu) | 23.1420° N, 85.4670° E | Kanchi River | 44 m / 144 ft | ~250 steps | ⚠️ Deep Whirlpools | 40 km | ₹1,299 |
| 4 | **Jonha Falls (Gautamdhara)** | Ranchi (Anigara) | 23.3440° N, 85.6110° E | Kanchi / Ganga River | 43 m / 141 ft | 722 steps | ✅ Safe Platforms | 42 km | ₹1,249 |
| 5 | **Panchghagh Falls** | Khunti (Murhu-Torpa) | 22.9510° N, 85.2010° E | Banai River | 18 m (5 Streams) | 0 steps (Flat) | 🟢 Safest for Families | 52 km | ₹1,399 |
| 6 | **Hirni Falls** | West Singhbhum border | 22.8020° N, 85.3420° E | Ramgarha River | 37 m / 121 ft | ~150 steps | ⚠️ Forest Canopy | 75 km | ₹1,899 |
| 7 | **Sita Falls** | Ranchi (near Jonha) | 23.3600° N, 85.6200° E | Radhu River | 40 m / 131 ft | ~200 steps | 🟢 Peaceful Retreat | 45 km | ₹1,499 (Combo) |
| 8 | **Perwaghagh Falls** | Khunti (Torpa/Fatka) | 22.8420° N, 85.0870° E | Chhata River | 20 m / 65 ft | ~60 steps | 🟢 Turquoise Pool | 70 km | ₹1,899 |
| 9 | **Usri Falls** | Giridih | 24.1800° N, 86.3800° E | Usri River | 12 m (Cascades) | ~50 steps | ⚠️ Granite Fissures | 185 km | ₹3,299 |
| 10 | **Kelaghagh Dam & Falls** | Simdega | 22.6350° N, 84.5220° E | Chhinda River | 15 m / 50 ft | 0 steps (Dam) | 🟢 Boating & Gardens | 148 km | ₹2,899 |
| 11 | **Tamasin Falls** | Chatra | 24.3120° N, 84.8210° E | Mahane River | 30 m / 98 ft | ~120 steps | ⚠️ Canyon Walls | 135 km | ₹2,799 |
| 12 | **Upper Ghaghri Falls** | Latehar (Netarhat) | 23.5180° N, 84.2670° E | Ghaghri River | 15 m / 50 ft | ~40 steps | 🟢 Pine Forest Walk | 160 km | ₹2,799 |
| 13 | **Lower Ghaghri Falls** | Latehar (Netarhat forest)| 23.4900° N, 84.2900° E | Ghaghri River | 98 m / 322 ft | Deep Trek | ⚠️ Dense Sal Jungle | 165 km | ₹2,799 |
| 14 | **Bhatinda Falls** | Dhanbad (Munidih) | 23.7020° N, 86.3540° E | Katri River | 12 m / 40 ft | ~30 steps | ⚠️ Rough Boulders | 155 km | ₹2,899 |
| 15 | **Rajrappa Bhairavi Falls** | Ramgarh | 23.6320° N, 85.7110° E | Bhairavi River | 10 m (Confluence) | Riverbed Steps | 🟢 Shaktipeeth Ghat | 70 km | ₹1,499 |

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## Hydrological Details & Geological Evolution

### The Chotanagpur Plateau Fault Line
Jharkhand’s waterfalls are geologically classified as **knickpoint waterfalls** formed during tectonic uplifts of the ancient Gondwanaland shield. When river beds crossing the higher Ranchi and Netarhat erosion surfaces (2,000–3,700 ft) suddenly cross major fault planes dropping down toward the Gangetic or Subarnarekha plains, sharp vertical gorges and foaming cascades are created.

### Seasonal Water Flow Cycles
1. **Monsoon Rush (July to October):** High water volume, misty spray clouds, intense roar, vibrant green foliage. Caution is required near river edges.
2. **Winter Clarity (November to February):** Crisp weather, clear turquoise and emerald plunge pools, ideal for picnics, walking on granite flats, and photography.
3. **Summer Slumber (March to June):** Reduced water flow, tranquil river beds, cooler temperatures in the forest shade.