What is the area of Chhatbir zoo?
David Osborn
Updated on May 30, 2026
202 ha.
The Zoo is situated in Bir Chhatbir about 20 Km. from Chandigarh and 50 Km. from Patiala on Chandigarh-Patiala Road and is spread over an area of 202 ha. It is located on the right bank of river Ghaggar with Shiwalik hills in the background….
| S. No. | COMMON NAME | SCIENTIFIC NAME |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | TORTOISE | Geochelone sp. |
How many zoos are there in Punjab?
There are 12 Wildlife Sanctuary, two Zoological Park/Tiger Safari, three Dear Parks and two community reserves in Punjab which is managed by this department.
What is the famous animal of Chandigarh?
| State/UT | Animal | Bird |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Swamp Deer | Sarus Crane |
| West Bengal | Fishing cat | White-throated King Fisher |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | * | * |
| Chandigarh | * | * |
How big is the Chhatbir zoo?
505 acres
One of the largest zoos in India, the Chhatbir Zoo is spread over 505 acres of forest area in Mohali and is home to around 1,500 animals and birds, including five adult tigers and three cubs.
Where is chhatbir situated?
Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park
| Date opened | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Location | Chhat Village, Zirakpur, Punjab, India |
| Coordinates | 30.6036°N 76.7928°ECoordinates:30.6036°N 76.7928°E |
| Memberships | CZA |
| Major exhibits | Lion Safari |
Who have inaugurated the Chhatbir Zoo in Chandigarh?
minister Balbir Singh Sidhu
Punjab health minister Balbir Singh Sidhu on Saturday inaugurated the Chhatbir Dinosaur Park in a virtual ceremony. The park is one of its kind and will cope up with the international standards of zoo education to understand the fascinating prehistoric dinosaurs.
What animals are in the Chhatbir zoo?
- Royal Bengal tiger.
- White tiger.
- Asian elephant.
- Hippopotamus.
- Indian gazelle.
- Sambar deer.
- Swamp deer.
- Emu.
Which National Park is located in Punjab?
Bir Bhadson National Park is located in Punjab, India. The area of the National Park is 1023 hectare. Various species such as bull, monkey, tiger, lion, jackal, jungle cat, black and hare live on Bir Bhadson National Park. Bir Bhadson National Park is a large forest with many animals and plants.
What is the entry fee of Chhatbir zoo?
Chhatbir Zoo entry fee for kids between 3 to 12 years of age is INR 25 and for those above 12 years of age, the cost is INR 60. For children who are below 3 years of age, differently abled, and media personnel, the entry to the zoo is free.
What is the name of Chandigarh zoo?
Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park
Chhatbir Zoo (formally Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park), is a zoological park situated close to Zirakpur, India. The zoo was constructed in the 1970s and is home to a large variety of birds, mammals and reptiles.
How long does it take to visit the Chhatbir zoo?
If you follow the map at the entrance, it should not take you more than three hours to see the complete zoo.
Is outside food allowed in Chhatbir zoo?
It’s restricted. You can get some food inside.
