Mountains of India भारत के पर्वत

From the towering peaks of the Himalayas and Karakoram to the ancient Aravallis, from the Western Ghats to the Eastern Ghats - explore every mountain range, peak, and pass of incredible India.

8,611m Highest Peak (K2)
8 Major Ranges
100+ Peaks >6,000m
9,000+ Glaciers

🏔️ Mountain Ranges Overview पर्वत श्रृंखलाओं का अवलोकन

🏔️ The Himalayas

World's youngest and highest mountain range, stretching 2,500 km across northern India.

8,586m Highest (Kanchenjunga)
2,500 km Length
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❄️ Karakoram Range

Home to K2 (8,611m) and the largest glaciers outside polar regions.

8,611m Highest (K2)
500 km Length
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🏜️ Aravalli Range

World's oldest fold mountains, running through Rajasthan and Gujarat.

1,722m Highest (Guru Shikhar)
800 km Length
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🗻 Vindhya Range

Historic central Indian range dividing North and South India.

1,048m Avg. Elevation
1,050 km Length
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🌲 Satpura Range

Runs parallel to Vindhyas, between Narmada and Tapi rivers.

1,350m Highest (Dhupgarh)
900 km Length
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🌴 Western Ghats

UNESCO World Heritage biodiversity hotspot along western coast.

2,695m Highest (Anaimudi)
1,600 km Length
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🌳 Eastern Ghats

Discontinuous range along eastern coast, broken by major rivers.

1,680m Highest (Arma Konda)
1,500 km Length
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🌿 Purvanchal Hills

Eastern extension of Himalayas, forming India-Myanmar border.

3,826m Highest (Saramati)
1,000 km Length
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The Himalayas

हिमालय पर्वत श्रृंखला
🏔️ World's Highest

📐 Dimensions

  • Total Length: 2,500 km (Nanga Parbat to Namcha Barwa)
  • Width: 150-400 km
  • Area in India: ~5,00,000 km²
  • Orientation: NW to SE arc
  • States: J&K, Ladakh, HP, UK, Sikkim, Arunachal

🗻 Parallel Ranges

  • Trans-Himalayas: 4,500-8,600m (Karakoram, Ladakh, Zaskar)
  • Himadri (Greater): 6,000-8,600m (main snow peaks)
  • Himachal (Lesser): 3,500-4,500m (hill stations)
  • Shiwaliks (Outer): 600-1,500m (foothills)

📅 Geological Info

  • Age: ~50 million years (Eocene)
  • Formation: India-Eurasia plate collision
  • Still Rising: ~5mm per year
  • Rock Type: Sedimentary (Tethys Sea deposits)
  • Glaciers: 9,000+ glaciers

🧗 Climbing Info

  • Best Season: Apr-May, Sep-Oct
  • Permit Authority: IMF (Indian Mountaineering Foundation)
  • Base Camps: Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
  • Major Expeditions: 200+ per year

⛰️ Major Peaks of Himalayas (Above 7,000m in Indian Territory)

# Peak Name Elevation Coordinates Range/Location First Ascent Difficulty Best Season Permit
1 Kanchenjungaकंचनजंगा 8,586m 27°42'09"N, 88°08'48"E Sikkim-Nepal Border May 25, 1955 (British) Extreme Apr-MaySep-Oct IMF Required
2 Nanda Deviनंदा देवी 7,816m 30°22'36"N, 79°58'12"E Uttarakhand (Garhwal) Aug 29, 1936 (Anglo-American) Extreme May-JunSep-Oct Closed (Sanctuary)
3 Kametकामेट 7,756m 30°55'12"N, 79°35'30"E Uttarakhand (Garhwal) Jun 21, 1931 (British) Difficult May-Jun IMF Required
4 Saltoro Kangriसाल्टोरो कांगरी 7,742m 35°23'45"N, 76°50'48"E Siachen (Ladakh) 1962 (Japanese) Technical Jun-Aug Military Zone
5 Saser Kangri Iसासेर कांगरी 7,672m 34°52'12"N, 77°45'06"E Saser Muztagh (Ladakh) Jun 4, 1973 (Indo-Tibetan) Extreme Jun-Aug IMF Required
6 Mamostong Kangriमामोस्तोंग कांगरी 7,516m 35°09'20"N, 77°34'30"E Rimo Muztagh (Ladakh) Sep 16, 1984 (Indo-Japanese) Extreme Jul-Aug IMF Required
7 Rimo Iरिमो 7,385m 35°21'35"N, 77°22'30"E Rimo Muztagh (Ladakh) Aug 28, 1988 (Indo-Japanese) Difficult Jul-Aug IMF Required
8 Hardeolहरदेओल 7,151m 30°32'30"N, 80°01'48"E Uttarakhand (Kumaon) May 31, 1978 (Indo-Japanese) Difficult May-Jun IMF Required
9 Chaukhamba Iचौखम्बा 7,138m 30°44'30"N, 79°04'00"E Uttarakhand (Garhwal) Jun 12, 1952 (French) Difficult May-Jun IMF Required
10 Trisul Iत्रिशूल 7,120m 30°18'30"N, 79°46'30"E Uttarakhand (Kumaon) Jun 12, 1907 (British - First 7000m peak) Moderate May-JunSep-Oct IMF Required
11 Kangtoकांग्टो 7,060m 27°51'30"N, 92°07'30"E Arunachal Pradesh 1981 (Chinese from Tibet) Difficult Apr-May Restricted Area
12 Nanda Kotनंदा कोट 6,861m 30°14'45"N, 80°00'24"E Uttarakhand (Kumaon) Oct 5, 1936 (Japanese) Moderate May-JunSep-Oct IMF Required

⛰️ Himalayan Peaks (6,000m - 7,000m)

1

Thalay Sagar

थलय सागर
6,904m (22,651 ft)
Coordinates: 30°52'30"N, 79°03'00"E
Location: Garhwal, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: Sep 25, 1979 (Anglo-American)
Base Camp: Kedar Tal (4,750m)
Technical May-Jun IMF Permit
2

Bhagirathi II

भागीरथी
6,512m (21,365 ft)
Coordinates: 30°51'30"N, 79°05'06"E
Location: Gangotri, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: 1938 (Austrian)
Base Camp: Bhojbasa (3,775m)
Difficult May-Jun IMF Permit
3

Shivling

शिवलिंग (Matterhorn of India)
6,543m (21,467 ft)
Coordinates: 30°53'06"N, 79°04'12"E
Location: Gangotri, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: Jun 3, 1974 (Indo-Tibetan)
Base Camp: Tapovan (4,463m)
Extreme May-Jun IMF Permit
4

Kedarnath Peak

केदारनाथ शिखर
6,940m (22,769 ft)
Coordinates: 30°48'06"N, 79°04'00"E
Location: Garhwal, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: 1947 (Swiss)
Base Camp: Kedarnath Temple (3,583m)
Difficult May-Jun IMF Permit
5

Satopanth

सतोपंथ
7,075m (23,212 ft)
Coordinates: 30°50'18"N, 79°19'30"E
Location: Garhwal, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: 1948 (Swiss)
Base Camp: Satopanth Glacier
Moderate May-Jun IMF Permit
6

Meru Peak

मेरू (Shark's Fin)
6,660m (21,850 ft)
Coordinates: 30°52'00"N, 79°01'30"E
Location: Gangotri, Uttarakhand
First Ascent: Oct 2, 2011 (Conrad Anker)
Base Camp: Tapovan (4,463m)
Technical Sep-Oct IMF Permit

🧗 Himalayan Mountaineering Guide

📋 Permit Requirements
  • Authority: Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF)
  • Peaks above 6,000m require permission
  • Foreigner royalty: $600-$3,000 depending on peak
  • Indian royalty: ₹10,000-₹50,000
  • Restricted areas need additional permits (Ladakh, Arunachal)
📅 Best Seasons
  • Pre-Monsoon: Apr-May (most popular)
  • Post-Monsoon: Sep-Oct (clearer views)
  • Avoid June-August (monsoon)
  • Winter (Nov-Mar) - extreme cold, technical only
⛺ Major Base Camps
  • Gangotri: Shivling, Bhagirathi, Meru
  • Uttarkashi: Nanda Devi, Kamet
  • Leh: Stok Kangri, Nun Kun
  • Yuksom: Kanchenjunga region
⚠️ Safety Guidelines
  • Acclimatize properly (minimum 2-3 days)
  • Hire certified guides from IMF
  • Carry satellite phone for emergencies
  • Register with local administration
  • Comprehensive insurance mandatory
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Karakoram Range

काराकोरम श्रृंखला
❄️ K2 & Glaciers

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~500 km
  • Location: North of Greater Himalayas
  • Territories: Ladakh, POK, China
  • Highest Peak: K2 (8,611m) - World's 2nd highest
  • Peaks >7,000m: 60+ peaks

❄️ Major Glaciers

  • Siachen: 76 km (largest outside polar)
  • Baltoro: 63 km
  • Biafo: 67 km
  • Hispar: 49 km
  • Total glacier area: ~16,600 km²

🏔️ Important Passes

  • Khardung La: 5,359m (Leh-Nubra)
  • Chang La: 5,360m (Leh-Pangong)
  • Karakoram Pass: 5,540m (India-China)
  • Saser La: 5,334m (historic)

⚔️ Strategic Importance

  • Siachen Glacier: World's highest battleground
  • India-Pakistan-China trijunction
  • Controls access to Central Asia
  • Major water source (Indus system)

⛰️ Major Peaks of Karakoram (Indian Claimed Territory)

# Peak Name Elevation Coordinates Location First Ascent Difficulty Status
1 K2 (Mount Godwin-Austen)World's 2nd Highest 8,611m 35°52'57"N, 76°30'48"E POK/China Border Jul 31, 1954 (Italian) Extreme POK Territory
2 Gasherbrum I (Hidden Peak)World's 11th Highest 8,080m 35°43'28"N, 76°41'47"E Baltoro Muztagh Jul 5, 1958 (American) Extreme POK Territory
3 Broad PeakWorld's 12th Highest 8,051m 35°48'38"N, 76°34'06"E Baltoro Muztagh Jun 9, 1957 (Austrian) Extreme POK Territory
4 Gasherbrum IIWorld's 13th Highest 8,035m 35°45'28"N, 76°39'12"E Baltoro Muztagh Jul 7, 1956 (Austrian) Difficult POK Territory
5 Saltoro Kangri 7,742m 35°23'45"N, 76°50'48"E Siachen Region (Ladakh) 1962 (Japanese) Extreme Military Zone
6 Saser Kangri I 7,672m 34°52'12"N, 77°45'06"E Saser Muztagh (Ladakh) Jun 4, 1973 Extreme IMF Required
7 Saser Kangri II 7,518m 34°52'06"N, 77°48'12"E Saser Muztagh (Ladakh) Aug 24, 2011 Extreme IMF Required
8 Mamostong Kangri 7,516m 35°09'20"N, 77°34'30"E Rimo Muztagh (Ladakh) Sep 16, 1984 Extreme IMF Required
9 Rimo I 7,385m 35°21'35"N, 77°22'30"E Rimo Muztagh (Ladakh) Aug 28, 1988 Difficult IMF Required
10 Apsarasas I 7,245m 35°28'30"N, 77°10'00"E Siachen Region 1980 Difficult Military Zone
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Aravalli Range

अरावली पर्वतमाला
🏜️ World's Oldest

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~800 km (Delhi to Gujarat)
  • Direction: SW to NE
  • States: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi
  • Highest Peak: Guru Shikhar (1,722m)
  • Width: 10-100 km

📅 Geological Significance

  • Age: ~350 million years (oldest fold mountains)
  • Oldest: World's oldest fold mountain range
  • Rock Type: Quartzite, schist, granite
  • Erosion: Heavily eroded, rounded peaks
  • Origin: Precambrian era (Pre-Cambrian)

🌍 Geographic Importance

  • Climate Barrier: Blocks SW monsoon partially
  • Divides: Separates Thar Desert from fertile plains
  • Groundwater: Recharges aquifers in Rajasthan
  • Minerals: Zinc, lead, copper, marble

🏔️ Notable Locations

  • Mount Abu: Only hill station in Rajasthan
  • Udaipur: Lake City in Aravalli foothills
  • Kumbhalgarh: Fort with 36 km wall
  • Ajmer: Religious significance

⛰️ Major Peaks of Aravalli Range

1

Guru Shikhar

गुरु शिखर (Highest in Aravallis)
1,722m (5,650 ft)
Coordinates: 24°35'30"N, 72°46'30"E
Location: Mount Abu, Sirohi, Rajasthan
Features: Temple of Dattatreya at summit
Access: Road accessible + 300 steps
Best Time: Oct-Mar (winter)
Easy Trek Oct-Mar No Permit
2

Ser / Achalgarh

सेर शिखर
1,597m (5,240 ft)
Coordinates: 24°31'N, 72°46'E
Location: Mount Abu, Rajasthan
Features: Achalgarh Fort, Shiva Temple
Access: 11 km from Mount Abu
Easy Oct-Mar No Permit
3

Delwara Peak

दिलवाड़ा
1,442m (4,730 ft)
Coordinates: 24°36'N, 72°43'E
Location: Near Dilwara Temples, Mt Abu
Features: Famous Jain temples nearby
Easy Year Round No Permit
4

Jarga

जरगा (2nd Highest)
1,431m (4,695 ft)
Coordinates: 24°58'N, 73°43'E
Location: Udaipur District, Rajasthan
Features: Important watershed area
Moderate Oct-Mar No Permit
5

Raghunathgarh

रघुनाथगढ़
1,055m (3,461 ft)
Coordinates: 27°26'N, 75°42'E
Location: Sikar District, Rajasthan
Features: Historic fort at summit
Easy Oct-Mar No Permit
6

Taragarh

तारागढ़ (Star Fort)
873m (2,864 ft)
Coordinates: 26°27'N, 74°38'E
Location: Ajmer, Rajasthan
Features: 12th century Chauhan fort
Easy Year Round No Permit
04

Vindhya Range

विंध्य पर्वतमाला
🗻 Central Divide

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~1,050 km
  • Direction: E-W across Central India
  • States: Gujarat, MP, UP, Bihar
  • Average Elevation: 300-600m
  • Highest Point: ~750m (Bhander Plateau)

📜 Historical Significance

  • Cultural Divide: Separates North & South India
  • Language Divide: Indo-Aryan vs Dravidian
  • Historic Barrier: Prevented invasions historically
  • Mythological: Mentioned in Ramayana, Mahabharata

🌊 River Systems

  • Northern Slope: Son, Ken, Betwa (→ Ganga)
  • Southern Slope: Chambal (→ Yamuna)
  • Forms northern wall of Narmada valley
  • Important watershed divide

💎 Resources

  • Minerals: Sandstone, limestone, marble
  • Forests: Teak, sal, bamboo
  • Wildlife: Panna Tiger Reserve
  • Tourism: Khajuraho, Bhimbetka caves

🗺️ Component Plateaus & Hills

Bhander Plateau

भांडेर पठार
~750m (highest region)
Location: Eastern Vindhyas, MP/UP border
Features: Sandstone cliffs, waterfalls
Rivers: Ken, Tons originate here

Kaimur Hills

कैमूर पहाड़ियाँ
450-600m (eastern extension)
Location: UP-Bihar border
Length: ~480 km
Features: Steep scarps, deep gorges

Rewa Plateau

रीवा पठार
400-600m (avg elevation)
Location: Northern MP (Rewa district)
Features: White tigers discovered here (1951)
Rivers: Son, Tons
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Satpura Range

सतपुड़ा पर्वतमाला
🌲 Seven Folds

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~900 km
  • Direction: E-W (parallel to Vindhyas)
  • States: Gujarat, MP, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh
  • Highest Peak: Dhupgarh (1,350m)
  • Width: 100-150 km

🌊 River Valley Position

  • North: Narmada River valley
  • South: Tapi River valley
  • Classic example of block mountains
  • Forms southern wall of Narmada rift

🏔️ Component Ranges

  • Mahadeo Hills: Pachmarhi region
  • Maikal Range: Amarkantak plateau
  • Rajpipla Hills: Gujarat
  • Gawilgarh Hills: Maharashtra

🌲 Biodiversity

  • Satpura NP: UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
  • Pachmarhi: Only hill station in MP
  • Wildlife: Tigers, leopards, gaur, wild dogs
  • Forests: Dense teak and sal forests

⛰️ Major Peaks of Satpura Range

1

Dhupgarh

धूपगढ़ (Highest in Satpura)
1,350m (4,429 ft)
Coordinates: 22°28'30"N, 78°26'06"E
Location: Pachmarhi, Hoshangabad, MP
Features: Sunrise & sunset point
Access: 10 km from Pachmarhi town
Easy Trek Oct-Mar No Permit
2

Chauragarh

चौरागढ़
1,326m (4,350 ft)
Coordinates: 22°27'N, 78°23'E
Location: Pachmarhi, MP
Features: Ancient Shiva temple, 1,300+ steps
Pilgrimage: Major during Shivratri
Moderate Oct-Mar No Permit
3

Amarkantak Plateau

अमरकंटक
1,065m (3,494 ft)
Coordinates: 22°40'N, 81°45'E
Location: MP-Chhattisgarh border (Maikal Range)
Features: Source of Narmada, Son, Johila rivers
Significance: Sacred pilgrimage site
Easy Year Round No Permit
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Western Ghats

पश्चिमी घाट (सह्याद्री)
🌴 UNESCO Heritage

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~1,600 km (Gujarat to Kerala)
  • Direction: N-S (parallel to west coast)
  • States: Gujarat, MH, Goa, KA, KL, TN
  • Highest Peak: Anaimudi (2,695m)
  • Average Height: 1,000-1,200m

🌿 Biodiversity (UNESCO Site)

  • Status: Global Biodiversity Hotspot
  • Flowering Plants: 5,000+ species
  • Endemic Species: 325+ globally threatened
  • Fauna: Lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri tahr
  • UNESCO Sites: 39 serial properties

🌧️ Climate Impact

  • Monsoon Barrier: Intercepts SW monsoon
  • Windward: Heavy rain (2,000-5,000mm)
  • Leeward: Rain shadow (Deccan)
  • Rivers: Source of peninsular rivers

🏔️ Major Passes (Ghats)

  • Thal Ghat: Mumbai-Nashik
  • Bhor Ghat: Mumbai-Pune
  • Pal Ghat: Kerala-Tamil Nadu (largest gap)
  • Shencottah: Tamil Nadu-Kerala

⛰️ Major Peaks of Western Ghats (All Listed)

# Peak Name Elevation Coordinates State/Region Hill Range Best Season Permit
1 Anaimudiअनाइमुड़ी (South India's Highest) 2,695m 10°10'00"N, 77°03'30"E Kerala (Idukki) Anaimalai Hills Jan-Mar Forest Permit
2 Doddabettaडोड्डाबेट्टा 2,637m 11°24'00"N, 76°44'00"E Tamil Nadu (Nilgiris) Nilgiri Hills Year Round No Permit
3 Meesapulimalaमीसापुलीमाला 2,640m 10°05'30"N, 77°13'30"E Kerala (Idukki) Anaimalai Hills Dec-Apr Forest Permit
4 Kolaribettaकोलारीबेट्टा 2,629m 11°07'N, 77°03'E Tamil Nadu Nilgiri Hills Oct-Mar Permit
5 Mukurthi Peakमुकुर्थी 2,554m 11°09'N, 76°30'E Tamil Nadu Nilgiri Hills Oct-Feb Forest Permit
6 Vellagaviवेल्लगवी 2,553m 10°11'N, 77°04'E Kerala Anaimalai Hills Dec-Mar Permit
7 Perumalmalaiपेरुमलमलाई 2,591m 10°14'N, 77°27'E Tamil Nadu Palani Hills Oct-Mar Permit
8 Kudremukhकुद्रेमुख (Horse Face) 1,894m 13°14'N, 75°15'E Karnataka Kudremukh Range Oct-Feb Forest Permit
9 Mullayanagiriमुल्लयनगिरि (Karnataka's Highest) 1,930m 13°23'24"N, 75°43'06"E Karnataka (Chikmagalur) Baba Budan Giri Sep-Feb No Permit
10 Bababudangiriबाबाबुदनगिरी 1,895m 13°25'N, 75°45'E Karnataka (Chikmagalur) Baba Budan Giri Year Round No Permit
11 Pushpagiriपुष्पगिरी 1,712m 12°30'N, 75°39'E Karnataka (Coorg) Pushpagiri Wildlife Nov-Feb Forest Permit
12 Kalsubaiकलसुबाई (Maharashtra's Highest) 1,646m 19°36'00"N, 73°42'48"E Maharashtra (Ahmednagar) Sahyadri Sep-Feb No Permit
13 Salherसाल्हेर 1,567m 20°19'N, 73°48'E Maharashtra (Nashik) Sahyadri Jun-Mar No Permit
14 Tadiandamolताडीयनदमोल (Coorg's Highest) 1,748m 12°14'N, 75°43'E Karnataka (Coorg) Brahmagiri Range Oct-Mar No Permit
15 Harishchandragadहरिश्चंद्रगड 1,424m 19°23'N, 73°47'E Maharashtra (Ahmednagar) Sahyadri Oct-Feb No Permit
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Eastern Ghats

पूर्वी घाट
🌳 Discontinuous

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~1,500 km
  • Direction: NE-SW (parallel to east coast)
  • States: Odisha, AP, Telangana, TN
  • Highest Peak: Arma Konda (1,680m)
  • Nature: Discontinuous, broken by rivers

🗻 Regional Names

  • Odisha: Mahendragiri Hills
  • Andhra: Nallamala, Velikonda, Palkonda
  • Tamil Nadu: Shevaroy, Javadi, Kolli Hills
  • Telangana: Lankamala, Palakonda

🌊 River Gaps

  • Mahanadi: Cuts through in Odisha
  • Godavari: Major gap in AP
  • Krishna: Breaks continuity
  • Kaveri: Southern section gap

💎 Resources

  • Minerals: Bauxite, iron ore, manganese
  • Forests: Tropical deciduous
  • Tribes: Bonda, Kondh, Chenchu
  • Tourism: Araku Valley, Yercaud

⛰️ Major Peaks of Eastern Ghats

1

Arma Konda (Jindhagada)

आर्मा कोंडा (Eastern Ghats' Highest)
1,680m (5,512 ft)
Coordinates: 18°01'N, 82°55'E
Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Range: Anantagiri Hills
Features: Dense forests, tribal areas
Access: Via Araku Valley (112 km from Vizag)
Moderate Oct-Mar Forest Permit
2

Mahendragiri

महेंद्रगिरि (Odisha's Highest)
1,501m (4,924 ft)
Coordinates: 18°58'N, 84°22'E
Location: Gajapati District, Odisha
Features: Ancient Shiva temple, Parashurama connection
Mythology: Mentioned in Mahabharata
Moderate Oct-Feb No Permit
3

Deomali

देवमाली
1,672m (5,486 ft)
Coordinates: 18°40'N, 82°58'E
Location: Koraput District, Odisha
Features: Dense sal forests, wildlife
Tribes: Bonda, Didayi tribes nearby
Moderate Nov-Mar Permit Advised
4

Sinkaram

सिंकरम
1,620m (5,315 ft)
Coordinates: 18°00'N, 82°54'E
Location: Visakhapatnam, AP
Features: Part of Anantagiri Hills
Difficult Nov-Feb Permit Required
5

Shevaroy Peak (Yercaud)

शेवरॉय
1,623m (5,325 ft)
Coordinates: 11°47'N, 78°13'E
Location: Salem District, Tamil Nadu
Features: Coffee plantations, Yercaud town
Tourism: Popular hill station
Easy Year Round No Permit
6

Javadi Hills

जावादी पहाड़ियां
1,140m (3,740 ft)
Coordinates: 12°30'N, 78°50'E
Location: Tiruvannamalai, Tamil Nadu
Features: Tribal settlements, teak forests
Easy Oct-Mar No Permit
7

Kolli Hills (Kollimalai)

कोल्लीमलाई
1,350m (4,429 ft)
Coordinates: 11°14'N, 78°21'E
Location: Namakkal District, Tamil Nadu
Features: 70 hairpin bends road, Arapaleeswarar Temple
Agriculture: Spices, jackfruit, black pepper
Easy Year Round No Permit
8

Nallamala Hills

नल्लमला पहाड़ियां
914m (2,999 ft)
Coordinates: 15°50'N, 79°00'E
Location: AP & Telangana
Length: ~435 km (longest section)
Features: Srisailam Temple, Nagarjunasagar
Easy Oct-Mar No Permit
08

Purvanchal Hills

पूर्वांचल पहाड़ियां
🌿 Eastern Extension

📐 Dimensions

  • Length: ~1,000 km
  • Direction: N-S (bends from Himalayas)
  • States: Arunachal, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya
  • Highest Peak: Saramati (3,826m)
  • Formation: Extension of Himalayas

🗻 Component Ranges

  • Patkai Range: Arunachal-Myanmar border
  • Naga Hills: Nagaland
  • Manipur Hills: Manipur state
  • Mizo (Lushai) Hills: Mizoram
  • Garo-Khasi-Jaintia: Meghalaya
  • Tripura Hills: Tripura state

🌧️ Climate

  • Rainfall: Very high (2,000-5,000mm)
  • Cherrapunji: World's wettest places
  • Mawsynram: Highest average rainfall
  • Vegetation: Tropical evergreen forests

⚔️ Strategic Importance

  • Indo-Myanmar Border: Entire eastern boundary
  • Look East Policy: Gateway to SE Asia
  • Insurgency Areas: Historical significance
  • Biodiversity: Indo-Burma hotspot

⛰️ Major Peaks of Purvanchal (All Component Ranges)

# Peak Name Elevation Coordinates State/Range Features Best Season Permit
🏔️ PATKAI RANGE (Arunachal Pradesh)
1 Saramatiसारामती (Purvanchal's Highest) 3,826m 25°43'N, 95°02'E Nagaland-Myanmar border Highest in Purvanchal, virgin peak Nov-Apr ILP + Special
2 Mount Japfuजपफू पर्वत 3,048m 25°36'N, 94°15'E Kohima, Nagaland Second highest in Nagaland Oct-May ILP Required
3 Dapha Bumदाफा बुम 4,578m 27°54'N, 96°50'E Lohit, Arunachal Pradesh Mishmi Hills, glaciated peak Apr-Jun PAP + ILP
4 Pangsau Pass Peakपांगसाऊ 1,136m 27°17'N, 96°18'E Changlang, Arunachal Stilwell Road, India-Myanmar border Oct-Apr ILP Required
🗻 NAGA HILLS (Nagaland)
5 Mount Tempuतेम्पू पर्वत 2,994m 25°51'N, 94°18'E Zunheboto, Nagaland Sumi Naga territory Nov-Apr ILP Required
6 Mount Tiyiतियी पर्वत 2,804m 25°40'N, 94°25'E Wokha, Nagaland Lotha Naga territory Oct-Apr ILP Required
7 Paona Peakपाओना 2,700m 25°30'N, 94°30'E Phek, Nagaland Near Khonoma village Oct-May ILP Required
🌲 MANIPUR HILLS (Manipur)
8 Mount Iso (Tempü)माउंट आईसो 2,994m 25°20'N, 94°10'E Ukhrul, Manipur Tangkhul Naga territory Oct-May ILP Required
9 Shirui Peakशिरुई पर्वत 2,835m 25°06'N, 94°28'E Ukhrul, Manipur Shirui Lily (endemic flower) May-Jun ILP Required
10 Koubru Peakकौब्रू 2,832m 24°55'N, 93°55'E Kangpokpi, Manipur Sacred to Meitei people Oct-Apr ILP Required
11 Khangkhui Peakखांगखुई 2,561m 25°00'N, 94°20'E Ukhrul, Manipur Limestone caves Year Round ILP Required
🌿 MIZO / LUSHAI HILLS (Mizoram)
12 Phawngpui (Blue Mountain)फौंगपुई (Mizoram's Highest) 2,157m 22°38'N, 93°02'E Lawngtlai, Mizoram National Park, orchids, rhododendrons Oct-Apr ILP Required
13 Lengtengलेंगटेंग 2,141m 23°45'N, 93°15'E Champhai, Mizoram Wildlife sanctuary Nov-Mar ILP + Forest
14 Chalfilh Tlangचालफिल्ह 2,060m 23°25'N, 93°05'E Serchhip, Mizoram Scenic viewpoint Oct-Apr ILP Required
⛰️ GARO-KHASI-JAINTIA HILLS (Meghalaya)
15 Shillong Peakशिलांग पीक (Meghalaya's Highest) 1,965m 25°31'N, 91°51'E East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya Air Force radar station, panoramic views Year Round No ILP
16 Lum Shyllongलुम शिलांग 1,961m 25°30'N, 91°50'E Khasi Hills Sacred grove, tribal significance Year Round No ILP
17 Nokrek Peakनोकरेक 1,412m 25°28'N, 90°19'E West Garo Hills Biosphere Reserve, citrus origin Oct-Apr No ILP
18 Tura Peakतूरा 872m 25°31'N, 90°13'E West Garo Hills Near Tura town Year Round No ILP
🗻 TRIPURA HILLS
19 Betlingshibबेतलिंगशिब (Tripura's Highest) 930m 23°50'N, 92°15'E Dhalai, Tripura Jampui Hills range Oct-Mar No ILP
20 Jampui Hillsजम्पुई पहाड़ियाँ 850m 23°55'N, 92°18'E North Tripura Orange festival, Mizo settlements Nov-Feb No ILP

🗺️ Interactive Mountain Map पर्वत मानचित्र

8,000m+ (Eight-thousanders)
7,000-8,000m
6,000-7,000m
Below 6,000m
Hill Stations

📊 Mountain Statistics पर्वत सांख्यिकी

📏 Peak Heights Comparison (Top 15)

🗺️ Peaks Distribution by Range

📐 Range Lengths Comparison

🧗 Difficulty Distribution