Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary(Mahoba)
Destination Description
Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary is located in Mahoba, and its Divisional Head Quater at mirzapur. The Total Geographical is 262.20 ha. is it well connected by road & Rail, nearest railway station is Mahoba, Allahabad - Jhansi train rout. we can accesses by road from Allahabad & Jhansi nearest airport is Khajuraho. In the Sanctuary area we can see Birds , Black neked crane, Harnibills, Coots, Darters, Painted Stark, Brahmi duck Lesser whistling ducks etc. In Flora Bamboo, Palas, Khair etc. or found there.
Vijay Sagar Pakshi Vihar is a bird sanctuary in Mahoba district of Uttar Pradesh. It has been developed on the shores of Vijay Sagar, a charming lake built by Vijay Pal Chandela during the 11th century. Vijay Sagar is ideal for water sports. The migratory birds flock here in winter.
Cultural Aspect
- Kajri Mela .
- Makar Sankranti.
Climate
Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary is situated near Mahoba distt. head quater.
Summer-Temp varies from 270c to 450c .
Winter- Temp varies from 60c ton 260 c. Rains are frequent during Monsoons.
Area (Geographical)
- Longitude— E 79° 68' 20" to E 79° 79'50"
- Latitude— N 25° 15''18"to N 25° 18''20"
Flora
Bamboo, Palas, Khair etc.
Fauna
Birds , Black neked crane, Harnibills, Coots, Darters, Painted Stark, Brahmi duck Lesser whistling ducks. etc.
Contact Numbers
| S.no | Name of Institution | Address | Phone Number |
| 1. | D.F.O. Kaimoor Wild Life Division | Ghurahoopatti, Jogiyabari Road, Mirzapur, U.P. | 05442-253126
e-mail:dfokaimoor@yahoo.co.in |
| 2. | Wild Life warden | Ranipur WL Sanctuary Karvi, Chitrakoot | |
Important Natural Attractions
- Migratary birds from tibbat, China, Europe & Siberiya.
- Steep and rugged hills of Kaimur range, Fort, Scenic Beauty.
How to Get There
Vijay Sagar Bird Sanctuary can be access form road & Rail Nearest railway Station is Mahoba. It is well connected from Allahabad & Jhansi by road & Rail Nearest Airport is Khajuraho it is 70 km. away from is Mahoba.
Best Time to Visit
Visiting season starts from November to February. Best Season for sighting & visiting November to March.