Baagh Naach | Dance Forms in Odisha

About Baagh Naach:

Baagh naach also known as Tiger dance is a folk dance form which is widely enjoyed by the peoples of Odisha. This dance form is generally performed in Binka, Sonepur of Subarnapur district and apart from that in some part of Ganjam district. In Berhampur the goddess Budhi Thakurani’s idol taken out to her temporary abode at Desibehera Street in the month of March–April which is known as Thakurani Yatra Festival. In this yatra festival

Baagh naach especially performed by professional dancers, who undergo tremendous training routines, in order to possess the unique skills, to display the dance.

In Baagh naach male dancers paints there bare body with yellow and black straps and they also attach a tail in their back. They completely dressed and makeup to express themselves as tiger this is the reason this folk dance is known as Baagh Naach.

There is a drummer and a bell player with dancers who provides music to them. Dance move involves mostly acrobatics movements, every steps of the dance are fast and vigorous and hence it demands enthusiasm and high energy level in the dancer. They make hissing sounds to attract audiences to see their performance.

When they perform this folk dance the whole view is worth watching.

Location infomation of Baagh Naach:

Location info: Subarnapur district & Berhampur, Ganjam district (Odisha). It is mostly performed during festivals or events or on some special occasions. This is the reason, if you want to see the Baagh Naach than visit Berhampur in Ganjam district “Budhi Thakurani’s” Jatra festival. This temple is located at Triveni Nagar, Brahmapur, and Odisha 760002.

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History Baagh Naach:

Baagh naach is originates from the Orissa and we cans say from the western part of the Orissa. There is no specific history available of this dance form but mainly performed in the Binka and Sonepur villages of Subarnapur and along with that in the Berhampur, Ganjam district.

Languages in Baagh Naach:

• Ganjami Oriya (Most Preferred Language)
• Odiya
• Hindi
• English

Interesting things to do Baagh Naach?

Interesting Places to see in Baagh Naach

How to reach Baagh Naach?

Flight – Berhampur does not have airport. The nearest airport is Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar which is 173 KM away from the city. After taking flight this airport you can reach here via Bus or Taxi.

Bus – Berhampur has many buses that travel to and from the city to all the neighboring cities and states. You can easily find regular buses from major district of Odisha which include Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Balangir, Phulbani, Puri, Rourkela, Sambalpur etc. There are buses which also come from Kolkata (W.B), Raipur, Ranchi, and Andhra Pradesh.

Railways – Brahmapur railway station (BAM) is well connected to other major railway stations and you can easily find regular trains to reach here from other district of Odisha and as well as from other states.

Other Ways – Berhampur is well connected with National highways via NH-16 (Chennai–Kolkata), NH-59 (Gopalpur–Naupada) and NH-59 (Gopalpur–Raipur). These national highways connect Berhampur to other cities and towns of Odisha as well as other states of the country. Therefore you can easily reach by private cars and cabs.

Nearest Visiting places from Baagh Naach:

Gopalpur Beach (16KM) - Gopalpur beach is 16Km from the Berhampur. It is a small beach on the Bay of Bengal. You can taste sea foods, coconut water and can see some old Falling walls, jetty pillars, fisherman's coves and an old light house which still blinks.

Taratarini Temple (34KM) - Taratarini Temple is located at 34 KM of distance from the Berhampur. This temple is dedicated twin goddess sister Tara & Tarini. The temple is sitauted at the top of the hill which is surrounded by the sacred Rushikulya River. To reach to the temple you need to climb 999 steps.

Bhairavi Temple (18 km) - Bhairavi Temple is about 18 Km from the Berhampur and located at the remote village Mantridi. This temple is considered as the one of the sahkti pitha. This temple is dedicated to the Goddess Bhairabi. Along with Bhairvai temple there are 108 small temples can be seen in the temple compound.

Panchama (13KM) - Panchama is a village which is located about 15KM from the berhampur city. This place is famous for Ganesh temple. Here Lord Ganesh is worshipped in the groove of a large Peepal tree for ages.

Pati Sonepur Beach (20KM) - Pati Sonepur Beach is 20Km from the Berhampur city situated in Orissa- Andhra Pardesh border on the point of convergence of the Bay of Bengal and River Bahuda. This beach is famous for its virginity, colorful water and loneliness.

Ujjaleswar (45KM) - Ujjaleswar is around 45 Km from the Berhapur near Ghodahada Dam. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and made up of a cave temple situated on the top of a hill. There is a huge in size stone which situated that shadows the Lord Shiva.

Aryapalli Beach (28KM) - Aryapalli Beach is located at aryapalli which is 28 Km from the Berhampur. Activities such as swimming, surfing and sun bath can be done on the shore of the sea.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Baagh Naach:

• Ms P V N Rao Bharat Petroleum(1KM) - Ganjam, NH-59, Berhampur
  
• M/s Prem Ratan Mal(2KM) - Narayana Nagar, Haridakhandi, Brahmapur
  
• Bhagabandas Chaturbhuj Hindustan Petroleum(1.5KM) - Ganjam, NH-59, Berhampur, Baidiya Nath Pur, Brahmapur
  
• HP Petrol Pump Ashraf Filling Station(1KM) - Aska Road, Kathmentu, Haridakhandi, Brahmapur
  
• HP Petrol Pump - Bhagwandas Chaturbhuj(1.3KM) - Aska Rd, Baidiya Nath Pur

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Baagh Naach:

• Hotel Nandan International (1.6KM) - Old bus stand, Infront of G.P.O, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 3297
  
• Hotel Spectrum (1.4KM) - Opp. Old Bus Stand, India, Baidiya Nath Pur, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 1177
  
• Hotel Bhubaneswari Classic (1.3KM) - Cantonment Rd, Baidiya Nath Pur, Brahmapur, Contact - 094375 75777
  
• Hotel Jyoti Residency (1.4KM) - Old Bus Stand Traffic Checkpost - Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 5428
  
• Hotel City Palace (4KM) - Zenana Hospital Rd, Godavarish Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 0489
  
• Hotel Mayuree (1KM) - UB road, Mayuree Towers, Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 225 0882
  
• Hotel Nandan International (1.5KM) - Old bus stand, Infront of G.P.O, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 3297
  
• Hotel Anarkali (850 Mtr.) - Ramalingam Tank Rd, Gandhi Nagar, , Contact - 0680 225 1406
  
• Hotel Satya Sai (3.5KM) - Kamapalli Main Rd, Kamapalli, Brahmapur, Contact - 094372 03532
  
• Hotel Moti (2.1KM) - Gandhi Nagar Main Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 094393 63432
  
• Hotel Kama's Inn (2.9KM) - Zenana Hospital Rd, Tata Benz Square, Godavarish Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 098614 03131
  
• Hotel Tulasi (5KM) - Ayodhya Nagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 092488 61647
  
• Hotel Kameswari (3KM) - Railway Station Rd, Gosani Nuagam, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 222 9283
  
• New Santosh Lodge (1.4KM) - Fire Station Road, Old Bus Stand, Baidiya Nath Pur, Brahmapur, Contact - 094387 21799
  
• Abhinandan Lodge (2.5KM) - Utkal Ashram Road, Near Water Tanki, Brahmapur, Contact - 088950 46701
  
• Pushpanjali Lodge (3km) - Bramha Nagar 2nd Ln, Baikuntha Nagar, Brajanagar, Brahmapur, Contact - 0680 228 0127

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Tips & Suggestions in Baagh Naach:

As Baagh naach is performed not generally. You need to either attend some cultural program or festivals to enjoy this folk dance form. Therefore, visit Berhampur in the month of March – April and atthend the Budhi Thakurani Jatra Festival. This festival is celebrated once in 2 years.

Help Line/Phone Number in Baagh Naach:

• Temple Authorities - (+91)-89087 35260
  
• Superintendent of Police - (91)-680-2292991
  
• Town Police Station - 0680 2200525
  
• Mahila Thana - 0680 2223504
  
• City Hospital - 0680 2221686
  
• Appollo Hospital Enterprises Ltd: - (91)-680-2205259
  
• Sriram Hospital - 09437095359, 09861966911
  
• Medical Casualty/Ambulance - (+91) 9338797468
  
• Ambulance Service - 108
  
• Rail Services - 0680 2200193 / 2200131
  
• Tourism Office - 0680 2210980
  
• Fire Control Room - 101
  
• Fire Station Berhampur - +(91)-680-2223333