Question
Which of the following is the highest waterfall in India?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
The correct answer is Kunchikal Falls. Kunchikal Falls is the Highest and Largest Waterfall in India and the second tallest in Asia, standing at an impressive height of 1,493 feet. Located near Agumbe in Shimoga district, Karnataka, the falls are nestled in one of the rainiest areas of India, Agumbe Valley.
List of Waterfalls in India 2026
India is renowned for its waterfalls, each possessing its own unique beauty and charm. The following List of Waterfalls in India 2026, offering a brief into the stunning waterfalls that can be found across the nation.
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List of Waterfalls in India 2026 |
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Waterfalls in India |
Location |
Height Metre/ Feet |
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Kunchikal Falls |
Shimoga district, Karnataka |
455 metres (1,493 ft) |
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Barehipani Falls |
Mayurbhanj district, Odisha |
399 metres (1,309 ft) |
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Nohkalikai Falls |
East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya |
340m (1115 feet) |
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Nohsngithiang Falls or Mawsmai Falls |
East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya |
315 metres (1,033 ft) |
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Dudhsagar Falls |
Karnataka and Goa |
310 m(1017 feet) |
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Kynrem Falls |
East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya |
305 metres (1,001 ft) |
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Meenmutty Falls |
Wayanad district, Kerala |
300 metres (984 feet) |
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Thalaiyar Falls |
Batlagundu, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu |
297 metres (974 ft) |
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Barkana Falls |
Shimoga district, Karnataka |
259 metres (850 ft) |
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Jog Falls |
Shimoga district, Karnataka |
253 meters (830ft) |
Last updated on August, 2026
