National Parks in India PDF 2024: Check State-Wise List with Map, Total Count, Top 10, Importance, Largest and Smallest
Oct 28 2024
In India, there are 106 National Parks and 573 Wildlife Sanctuaries as of 2024. Madhya Pradesh and Andaman & Nicobar Islands have the maximum number of National Parks (9 each). Millions of people are drawn to national parks in India 2024 and wildlife sanctuaries in India 2024 each year because of their breathtaking natural beauty. Among those 106 National parks,
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The largest National Park in India is Hemis National Park, located in Jammu & Kashmir.
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The smallest National Park in India is South Button Island National Park, located in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
The fundamental goals of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India are to
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Safeguard wildlife
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Save flora and animals, and
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Restore the natural ecological balance
A network of over 880 protected areas, totaling about 1,66,550 square kilometers, is covered in Totally India. Numerous types of flora and fauna, such as tigers, lions, pandas, rhinoceroses, leopards, etc., may be found across all National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India. Candidates who wish to download this page as a PDF can download it via the link given below. In case of any queries, kindly refer to the FAQs listed below.
List of National Parks in India PDF 2024 Download Link
Some Important India's National Parks List 2024
National Parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India are created by the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. As per the law, National Parks are declared and governed by the Central and State Governments of India. The largest and smallest national parks in India are tabulated below.
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Important National Parks in India |
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Largest National Parks of India |
Hemis National Park, Jammu & Kashmir |
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Smallest National Parks of India |
South Button Island National Park, Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
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Largest Wildlife Sanctuary |
Rann of Kutch, Gujarat |
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Smallest Wildlife Sanctuary |
Bor Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra |
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First Marine National Park |
Gulf of Kutchh National Park |
List of Tiger Reserves in India
List of National Parks in India
As of 2024, here is the list of India's National Parks along with the states and total numbers.
National Parks in India List |
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List of National Parks in |
Establishment |
Total National Parks In India |
Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
Campbell Bay |
1992 |
9
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Galathea Bay |
1992 |
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Mahatma Gandhi Marine (Wandoor) National Park |
1982 |
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Middle Button Island National Park |
1987 |
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Mount Harriett |
1987 |
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North Button Island National Park |
1987 | ||
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Rani Jhansi Marine National Park |
1996 |
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Saddle Peak National Park |
1987 |
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South Button Island National Park |
1987 |
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Andhra Pradesh |
Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) |
2005 |
3
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Papikonda National Park |
2008 |
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Sri Venkateswara National Park |
1989 |
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Arunachal Pradesh |
Namdapha National Park |
1983 |
2 |
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Mouling National Park |
1986 |
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Assam |
Kaziranga National Park |
1974 |
5
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Manas National Park |
1990 |
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Nameri National Park |
1998 |
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Dibru-Saikhowa |
1999 |
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Rajiv Gandhi Orang National Park |
1999 |
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Bihar |
Valmiki National Park |
1989 |
1 |
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Chattisgarh |
Indravati (Kutru) |
1982 |
3
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Kanger Valley |
1982 |
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Guru Ghasidas (Sanjay) National Park |
1981 |
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Goa |
Mollem National Park |
1992 |
1 |
Gujarat |
Gir National Park |
1975 |
4
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Vansda National Park |
1979 |
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Marine (Gulf of Kachchh) National Park |
1982 |
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Blackbuck (Velavadar) National Park |
1976 | ||
Haryana |
Sulta National Parkur National Park |
1989 |
2
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Kalesar National Park |
2003 |
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Himachal Pradesh |
Khirganga National |
2010 |
5 |
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Great Himalayan National Park |
1984 |
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Pin Valley National Park |
1987 |
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Inderkilla National |
2010 |
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Simbalbara National Park |
2010 |
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Jammu & Kashmir |
Dachigam National Park |
1981 |
4 |
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Kishtwar National |
1981 |
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City Forest (Salim Ali) National Park |
1992 |
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Kazinag National |
2007 |
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Jharkhand |
Betla National Park |
1986 |
1 |
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Karnataka |
Bannerghatta National Park |
1974 |
5
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Bandipur National Park |
1974 |
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Anshi National Park |
1987 |
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Kudremukh National Park |
1987 |
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Nagarahole (Rajiv Gandhi) National Park |
1988 |
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Kerala |
Eravikulam National Park |
1978 |
6
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Anamudi Shola National Park |
2003 |
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Periyar National Park |
1982 |
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Silent Valley National Park |
1984 |
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Mathikettan Shola National Park |
2003 |
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Pambadum Shola National Park |
2003 |
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Madhya Pradesh |
Panna National Park |
1981 |
9
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Satpura National Park |
1981 |
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Kanha National Park |
1955 |
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Madhav National Park |
1959 |
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Indira Priyadarshini Pench National Park |
1975 |
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Sanjay National Park |
1981 |
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Van Vihar National Park |
1979 |
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Bandhavgarh National Park |
1968 |
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Fossil National Park |
1983 |
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Maharashtra |
Sanjay Gandhi |
1983 |
6
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Nawegaon National |
1975 |
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Chandoli National |
2004 |
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Gugamal National |
1975 |
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Pench National Park |
1975 |
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Tadoba National Park |
1955 |
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Manipur |
Keibul-Lamjao |
1977 |
1 |
Meghalaya |
Nokrek Ridge National Park |
1986 |
2 |
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Balphakram |
1985 |
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Mizoram |
Phawngpui Blue Mountain National Park |
1992 |
2 |
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Murlen National Park |
1991 |
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Nagaland |
Intanki National Park |
1993 |
1 |
Odisha |
Simlipal National Park |
1980 |
2 |
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Bhitarkanika National Park |
1988 |
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Rajasthan |
Desert National Park |
1992 |
5
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Mukundra Hills |
2006 |
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Ranthambore |
1980 |
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Keoladeo Ghana National Park |
1981 |
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Sariska National Park |
1992 |
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Sikkim |
Khangchendzonga National Park |
1977 |
1 |
Tamil Nadu |
Guindy National Park |
1976 |
5
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Annamalai National |
1989 |
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Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park |
1980 |
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Mudumalai National |
1990 |
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Mukurthi National |
1990 |
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Ladakh |
Hemis National Park |
1981 |
1 |
Telangana |
Mahaveer Harina Vanasthali National |
1994 |
3
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Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park |
1994 |
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Mrugavani National |
1994 |
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Tripura |
Clouded Leopard National Park |
2007 |
2
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Bison National Park |
2007 |
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Uttar Pradesh |
Dudhwa National Park |
1977 |
1 |
Uttarakhand |
Corbett National Park |
1936 |
6
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Nanda Devi National Park |
1982 |
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Valley of Flowers National Park |
1982 |
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Rajaji National Park |
1983 |
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Govind National Park |
1990 |
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Gangotri National Park |
1989 |
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West Bengal |
Sunderban National |
1984 |
6
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Buxa National Park |
1992 |
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Gorumara National Park |
1992 |
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Jaldapara National Park |
2014 |
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Neora Valley National Park |
1986 |
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Singalila National Park |
1986 |
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National Parks of India In Map
Referring to the national parks in India with a map helps you to remember easily while preparing for exams.
Top 10 National Parks in India
Based on the area covered, the top 10 national parks of India in 2024 are listed below.
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Hemis National Park - 3350 sq. km
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Desert National Park - 3162 sq. km
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Gangotri National Park - 2490.02 sq. km
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Kishtwar High Altitude National Park - 2191.5 sq. km
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Namdapha National Park - 1807.82 sq. km
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Khangchendzonga National Park- 1784 sq. km
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Guru Ghasidas (Sanjay) National Park - 1440.71 sq. km
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Sunderban National Park - 1330.1 sq. km
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Indravati (Kutru) National Park - 1258.37 sq. km
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Papikonda National Park -1012.8588 sq. km
Importance of National Parks in India
Here are a few points of significance of the National Parks of India.
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Many plants are living in the national parks. These plants keep our surroundings and environment protective and healthy.
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National parks provide a safe home for all animals and plants. National Parks help the air and water healthy.
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National parks preserve our environment healthy. Currently, 14.8% of the land is protected and those lands do not expose environmental damage.
Other important links,
FAQs
Q. How many National Parks are there in India?
In total, 106 National Parks are available in India.
Q. Which is the largest National Park in India?
Hemis National Park which is located in Jammu & Kashmir is the largest in India.
Q. How can you get the National Parks in India on Map?
Aspirants shall get the national parks of India on the Map here.
Q. How many national parks are there in West Bengal?
A total of 6 national parks are found in West Bengal.
Q. How many national parks are there in Tamil Nadu?
A total of 5 national parks are found in Tamil Nadu.
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