Jodi Sankha Dance | Dance Forms in Odisha

About Jodi Sankha Dance:

Jodi Sankha is a unique folk dance of Ganjam District, Odisha.  This folk dance is heavy demand throughout the state during the election season. These troupes show the extreme talent of the lung power. Rise of conch shells is mixed with the rhythm of dance. In colorful dresses artists constantly carry two connected coaches through their performance. According to the rhythm of physical movements, they organize the sound of conch shells. The accompanying instruments are traditional drum “Changu” and “Mahuri”. They are also used in the procession of religious and social work.
The main sources of income of these “Jodi Sankha” Mandal were performing during religious, marriage and other procession. Originally a folk dance form in the district of Gnajam. Although modulation of sound of musical instrument with conches is undoubtedly tough, still synchronizing the produced music with movement of bodies requires balance, hard practice, and patient. This folk dance is known at national and international levels.

Location infomation of Jodi Sankha Dance:

Location info: Ganjam District, Odisha 760001.

Climate/Weather in Jodi Sankha Dance:

History Jodi Sankha Dance:

Languages in Jodi Sankha Dance:

• Odia
• Hindi
• English
• Bangali

Musical accompaniment Jodi Sankha Dance:

• Mardala (two heads drum, rhythm percussion instrument of Orissa)
• Gini (small cymbals)
• Harmonium
• Violine
• Bansuri (alto bamboo flute)
• And one or two vocalists.

Interesting things to See or find Jodi Sankha Dance ?

• This city has lots of shops and bazar you can go there.
• You can visit Gopalpur beach, Tampara Lake to see the wonderful view.

How to reach Jodi Sankha Dance?

Flight – Bhubaneswar is the nearest airport .

Bus – Bus Service from Berhampur.

Railways – Nearest railway station Ganjam.

Other Ways – Buses and hired cars are available in Berhampur.

Nearest Visiting places from Jodi Sankha Dance:

• Taratarini Temple: The Taratarini temple is famous temple for Ganjam District. This place is related to mythology. This temple is located on the River Rushikulya. This temple is situated in the top of the hill. Temple architecture itself is a spectacle. This place view is wonderful. This temple is also known as Shakti Peetha. 

• Gopalpur Beach: Gopalpur Beach is one of the famous beach in Ganjam District. Gopalpur Beach is also called Sandy Golden Beach in Odisha. There are some food shops selling sea food products around the beach. The Bay of Bengal looks beautiful at this place. This place is a very enjoyable and beautiful with family and friends. The evening time of the beach is wonderful view.

• Durga Narayani Temple: Durga Narayani Temple is famous temple in Ganjam District. This temple is located in Ganjam District. It nearby to Chilika Lake. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This place is very nice and beautiful. This temple is main attraction is natural beauty and surrounded with hill and thick forest.

• Tampara Lake: The Tampara Lake is situated in Chatrapur town of Ganjam District. This natural lake is located beside the highway. This is a very fresh water lake, which is used for both fishing and tourism. It is one of the best tourist place of Berhampur. The lake is beautiful and water boats are available.

• Kalijai Island: The Kalijai Island is situated on the Chilika Lake, Odisha. This island is surrounded by large Chilika Lake on all sides. This island view is wonderful especially during sunset. In this island there is a temple dedicated to Goddess Kalijai. Boat can be hired to visit the Island.

Nearest Petrol Pump near by Jodi Sankha Dance:

• OSL Fuel Station Indian Oil Petrol 

Ganjam, NH-5, Baharagora Chennai Highway, Palla, Odisha 761029

• Bharat Petroleum

Ganjam, Berhampur, Odisha 761009

• HP Petrol Pump Ashraf Filling Station

Aska Road, Kathmentu, District Ganjam, Brahmapur, Odisha 760006

• Essar Petrol Pump

Ganjam, Brahmapur, Odisha

• Hindustan Petroleum

BH 5 Girisola, Ganjam, Odisha 761009

• Bharat petrol pump

Ganjam, Odisha 761026

• Ms Padmavati Petroleum Indian Oil Petrol Pump

Pathara Purusottampur Road, Berhampur, Berhampur, Odisha 761003

Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation near by Jodi Sankha Dance:

1. Nirupama Taratarini - Taratarini Hills, Purushottampur, Odisha, 761018
   
2. Hotel Kameswari - Railway Station Rd, Gosani Nuagam, Brahmapur, Odisha 760005
   
3. Moonlite Hotel - Baidyanath Nagar, Ayodhya Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760004
   
4. Hotel City Palace - Zenana Hospital Rd, Godavarish Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760001
   
5. Hotel Jyoti Residency - Old Bus Stand Traffic Checkpost, Ganjam, Berhampur, Odisha 760001
   
6. Shankar Bhavan - Ramalingam Tank Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha 760001
   
7. Hotel Kalinga - Ganjam, Odisha 761026

Things to carry in Jodi Sankha Dance:

• Carry camera you take photos of beautiful place.     
• Carrying essential water.

Tips & Suggestions in Jodi Sankha Dance:

• The best time to visit and enjoy this view from October.

Help Line/Phone Number in Jodi Sankha Dance:

• Christian Hospital - 0680 223 3686
  
• Sankara Eye Hospital - 0680 222 7100
  
• Amit Hospital - 094370 61122
  
• Brahmapur Sishubhaban - 094380 33030
  
• Sheragada Police Station - 06822 255 676
  
• Police Station - 06819 270 145
  
• Police station - 06818 251 124
  
• Air Ambulance - 096504 32705
  
• Panchmukhi Train and Air Ambulance Service in Berhampur - 099559 90333