Jogbudha Valley


The Jogbuda Valley is a small valley in the south of the Dadeldhura district, Mahakali zone in Nepal's far western region. Streams empty into the Mahakali or Sarda River which rises in the high Himalaya and defines most of Nepal's western border with Uttarakhand, India.
Imagery of Jogbuda valley :

Located in the Outer Terai south of this valley is the Suklaphanta Wildlife Reserve, home of the largest herd of swamp deer in the world. In 1984 UNESCO listed it as a World Heritage Site. This Valley acting as a transition between the Chure and Mahabharat ranges.
In essence, the Jogbudha Valley area encompasses its river system, surrounding hills, agricultural plains, and the communities within, all contributing to its distinct ecological and economic profile in Nepal's western hills.