Dooars in North Bengal is where the plains end and the hills begin. Jhandi is situated 6000 feet above the sea level. This jhandi falls on the way towards Lava from Dooars through Garu Bathan. However, the quiet village in the hillock is still undiscovered by many tourists it remains pristine nature.
From here, one can see the magnificent form of Kanchenjunga along with the dense green forests of Dooars and the various rivers flowing through the middle. Moreover, from this mountain village, you can see the light of the town below.
And there are many kinds of birds. This village is an ideal place for bird watchers. On reaching Jhandee, from here you can visit one of the viewpoints, Jhandi Dara, from where the sunrise and sunset views are spectacular.
Jhandi Location
Google map – https://maps.app.goo.gl/6jt6TwyTPbNjFjSw8
How to Reach Jhandi | NJP to Jhandee Car Fare
The distance from New Jalpaiguri to Jhandi is about 80 km. You can reach New Jalpaiguri by train and hire a car from there to go directly to this village. Or can also go by share car from Siliguri. Renting a car will cost approximately Rs. 3500 and will take about 3 hours.
The nearest railway station to Jhandi is New Mal Junction. The distance from here is only 36 km. So if you come by train and get off at New Mall Junction instead of getting off at New Jalpaiguri Station, the car fare will be much less. Also, they will send a car to pick you up even if you stay at the homestay in Jhandee.
Best Time to visit Jhandi
Jhandi can be visited at any time of the year. Except for the rainy season, the skies are clear throughout the year and the weather is very pleasant. March to May and October to December are ideal times for this
Jhandi Homestay | Jhandi Eco hut Booking
There are several homestays, resorts, and eco huts to stay in Jhandee. A famous place to stay here is Jhandi Eco Hut, several homestays are listed here with their names and phone numbers
| Jhandi Eco Hut | 9434116325 |
| Jhandi Sunview Cottage | 7351921697 |
| Jhandi Basnet homestay | 8777570556 |
| Jhandi Sunview Kanchan Homestay | 8126538518 / 7351921697 |
| Sherpa Homestay | 8670607882 |
| Sangam Homestay | 9008776996 |
The Jhandee Forest Camping & Hut
Contact No – 8436372461
2 huts and 5 tents.
Tariff plan: included 3 meals + evening snacks + 2 time tea +Bonfire
Activities:
DJ box, Night karaoke, Hiking, Sunrise, Sunset, Kanchanjunga view, Bird watching
On order
Momo – Veg – 70.00, Barbeque – Per kg 800.00, Bamboo chicken Per kg 1000.00,
Local Beverages (wine) rhododendron – 400.00
Ginger 300
Tongbo (Wheat Beer) – 250.00
Hookah starts from Rs: 300.00 price according to flavour.
Jhandi Outdoor Activity
- Enjoy the pristine natural beauty.
- You can visit the lifestyle of people in the hilly villages and indulge in their daily activities
- There are various colorful unknown birds. Look at them and take pictures
- Wake up early in the morning and enjoy the beauty of the sunrise and in the afternoon watch the sunset with a cup of tea.
- In the evening, enjoy coffee and pakoras and watch the house lights on the lower plains.
Jhandi Sightseeing
From Jhandee you can visit Chel River, Phagu Monastery, Upper Phagu Tea Garden, Samabiong Tea Garden, Lava Monastery, Rishop, Nakdara Lake, Gumbadara, Kolakham, Changi Falls, Delo Park, and many more places.
Lava and Lolegaon
Lava is easily accessible from Jhandi. The distance from Jhandi to Lava is only 12 km. So you can visit Lava, Rishop, and Lolegaon from this village. The environment of Lava Monastery will fascinate the tourists. Those who want to spend time in a calm and quiet environment can spend some time here.
Kolakham
Kolakham and Changey Falls are easily accessible from Jhandi. This village is quiet and peaceful. And if visit Sangi Falls, it will also be a great experience. You can take some experience of trekking with him.
Sillery Gaon and Icche Gaon
These two hill villages are not far from Jandi. In one word, Kalingpong‘s impeccable but off-piste location is Sillery Gaon and Icche Gaon. So you can visit these two places from here.
Geetkhola Three sisters waterfalls
You can visit this place which is only two and a half to three kilometers away. Three springs come down from a hill
Dalim fort
Dalim Fort is an ancient Bhutanese fort located in Duars. So you can visit from here if you want. This Dalimfort is located in the dense forest on the hilltop of Garu Bathan.
There are also tea gardens around Jhandee. So this hill village is unique in its natural beauty. People in or around Siliguri go to Garubathan for picnics. This place is also easily accessible.
Conclusion
If you like a quiet mountain village where you can spend a few days alone in the quiet nature, where you can walk on the curved mountain paths where your eyes want, you will get the taste of home food and the hospitality of the people of the mountain village.
Then you can come to this small village. An offbeat hill village awaits you, 80 km from New Jalpaiguri and 32 km from New Mall Junction.
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Q.1: Where is Jhandi place in India?
Ans: Jhandi is situated 6000 feet above the sea level. This jhandi falls on the way towards Lava from Dooars through Garu Bathan
Q.2: What is the height of Jhandi?
Ans: 6200 ft
Q.3: How tall is Jhandi Dara in feet?
Ans: 6200 ft
Q.4: What is the temperature in Jhandi North Bengal?
Ans: Temperature remains between 7 degrees to 22 degrees
Q.5: What do we call Jhandi in English?
Ans: Bunting
Q.6: What is the height of Darjeeling from sea level?
Ans: It is about 7000 ft
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