Nature & Wildlife
Udhwa Lake Bird Sanctuary
Jharkhand’s only bird sanctuary — a Ganga backwater wetland of two lakes, Patauda and Berhale, declared a Ramsar Site in 2025.
Places
Lakes, schools, stations, landmarks and the other places that make up the community — with history, photos and everything connected to them.
9 places
Schools & Education
+2 High School Udhwa
Government senior secondary school in Udhwa, near the Barharwa road — host of the annual school sports meet.
Transport
Barharwa Junction
The nearest major railway station to Udhwa, about 15 km away on the Sahibganj loop line.
Lakes & Rivers
Berhale Lake
A shallow, vegetation-rich lake (about 70 cm deep) in the Udhwa sanctuary — ideal ground for wading birds.
Landmarks
Farakka Barrage
Large barrage across the Ganga near the Jharkhand–West Bengal border, a short drive from Udhwa with wide river views.
Nature & Wildlife
Moti Jharna
A seasonal waterfall in Sahibganj district, best after the monsoon — an easy excursion from Udhwa.
Lakes & Rivers
Patauda Lake
The deeper of Udhwa’s two sanctuary lakes — about 2 m deep, ringed with greenery and calm water favoured by nesting birds.
Landmarks
Rajmahal Hills
Ancient hill range near Udhwa, known for its geological and historical significance — visible from the lake on clear days.
Landmarks
Udhwa Block Office
Block development office for Udhwa — certificates, schemes and local administration.