Chel Khola
Kalimpong, West Bengal
10/3/2025
Chel Khola:
It is a river, which originates in the Sakam Reserve Forest and flows through Ambiok, Gorubathan, Odlabari, Rajadanga & other places. It merges with the Neora River, forming the Dharala River, which eventually joins with the Teesta River.
Gorubathan:
It is a village of Kalimpong Sadar subdivision of Kalimpong district of West Bengal, India. It is said that this place was once ruled by the Lepcha kings.
Odlabari:
It is a town in Malbazar subdivision of Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India. It is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas, surrounded by tea gardens & forests.
Lepcha Tribe:
They are indigenous people, composed of the Renjóngmú of Sikkim, the Dámsángmú of Kalimpong, Kurseong & Mirik, the ʔilámmú of Ilam district of Nepal and Promú of Samtse and Chukha in southwestern Bhutan.
Sakam Reserve Forest:
It is a forest, which is located in the Kalimpong Forest Division, from where Chel Khola originates.