Godavari River
The second longest river in India and the lifeline of Peninsular India.
The Godavari River is an important river in India flowing from western to southern India. It is the largest river in peninsular India and has been dubbed as the Dakshina Ganga.
Location and Extent
Rising in the Western Ghats near Nashik, it lies between 73°24’ to 83°4’ E longitudes and 16°19’ to 22°34’ N latitudes. It accounts for nearly 9.5% of the total geographical area of India.
Drainage Statistics
| State / UT | Drainage Area (sq. km) |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 152,199 |
| Telangana | 62,150 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 11,048 |
| Chhattisgarh | 33,434 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 31,821 |
| Odisha | 17,752 |
| Karnataka | 4,405 |
| Total | 3,12,812 |
Hydrology & Tributaries
Left Bank
Purna, Wardha, Wainganga, Indravati, and Sabari rivers. The Pranahita is the largest tributary.
Right Bank
Pravara, Manjra, and Maner rivers. The Manjra is the longest right-bank tributary.
Major Dams & Projects
Culture & Cities
Nashik
Host to the Kumbh Mela and the source of the river.
Nanded
Significant religious site home to Hazur Sahib Gurudwara.
Rajahmundry
Known for the Godavari Pushkaralu and grand bridges.
Route Representation
