Screen Reader

About Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

41st Tiger Reserve of India • 4th in Tamil Nadu • Confluence of Western & Eastern Ghats

Loading map...

🗺️

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

💡 Hover over any range on the map to view detailed information

Total Area: 1,408.40 sq. km

10 Ranges

Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve, Erode was declared as 41st Tiger Reserve in the Country and 4th Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve is located between latitudes N 11° 26' 46.21" and N 11° 48' 57.42" and between Longitudes E 76° 49' 55.66" and E 77° 17' 18.39" and situated in Sathyamangalam Taluk and Thalavady Taluk of Erode District.

The Tiger Reserve area covers lower plains of Sathyamangalam Range, Bhavanisagar Range, T. N. Palayam Range and Upper plains of Talamalai Range, Thalavady Range, Hasanur Range, Kadampur Range, Jeerahalli Range & Gormalam Range. Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve is also a confluence of two distinct geographical regions abound with rich biodiversity: Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats.

The Tiger Reserve is also part of Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve & Nilgiris – Eastern Ghats Elephant Reserve. The Core Zone of STR covers the Moyar Valley in Sathyamangalam Range, Thalamala Range, Thalamala Plateau, Hasanur Range, Jeerahalli Range, Kadambur Range, Thalavady Range and Gormalam Range and a portion of Sathyamangalam Range.

1,408.40
Total Area (sq. km)
793.49
Core Zone (sq. km)
614.91
Buffer Zone (sq. km)
Mar 15, 2013
Established

Historical Timeline

From ancient forests to modern conservation - our journey through time

405-1700 AD

Ancient Heritage

Ruled successively by Gangas (405-870 AD), Cholas (880-1299 AD), Pandiyas, Vijayanagar Kings (1368-1700), and Mysore Rulers. Tribal communities have inhabited these forests since the Sangam Era.

1856

Forest Department Formation

Tamil Nadu Forest Department organized under Dr. Cleghorn. Sathyamangalam, Talamalai, and Bhavanisagar forests brought under systematic conservation and management.

1980

Forest Division Established

Sathyamangalam Forest Division formed on August 22, 1980, covering 1,455 sq. km of reserve forest (G.O. Ms. No. 999). Marked the beginning of dedicated forest management in the region.

2008

Wildlife Sanctuary - Phase I

Lower portion (524.34 sq. km) declared as Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary on November 3, 2008 (G.O. Ms. No. 122) under Section 26A of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

2011

Sanctuary Expansion - Phase II

Upper portion (887.26 sq. km) added on August 11, 2011 (G.O. Ms. No. 93), bringing total sanctuary area to 1,411.60 sq. km. Created contiguous protected landscape.

March 15, 2013

Tiger Reserve Status Granted

Entire Sathyamangalam Sanctuary (1,40,840 ha) declared as Tiger Reserve under Section 38(V) of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 (G.O. Ms. No. 45). Approved by National Tiger Conservation Authority.

Structure: Core Area: 79,349.331 ha | Buffer Area: 61,491.210 ha
2013-Present

Conservation Success Era

Established 54 Anti-Poaching Camps (APCs) across the Tiger Reserve, engaging over 100 local youth as Anti-Poaching Watchers. Tiger population has shown a remarkable rise—from 18 in 2010 to 112 as per the 2024–25 camera trap census. The reserve has maintained a strong protection record with zero poaching incidents in recent years.

TX2 Award (2022) 350% Tiger Growth Community-Based Model

Conservation Impact

Measurable results from our dedicated protection and restoration efforts

Bengal Tiger

Bengal Tigers

Estimated Population

112

Current field estimates put the tiger population at approximately 60 individuals across the reserve.

Ongoing monitoring & camera-trap surveys
Asian Elephant

Asian Elephants

Total Count

651

Robust population sustained by rich habitat corridors and reliable water sources.

Conflict-mitigation in place
Leopard

Leopards

Population

111

An abundant leopard population coexisting with other large carnivores through habitat partitioning.

Telemetry studies active
Hyena

Hyenas

Stable Count

25

A small but stable population benefiting from scavenging opportunities and protected habitats.

Carcass management monitoring
Indian Gaur

Indian Gaur

Bos gaurus

Largest Wild Bovid

The Indian Gaur, also known as the Indian Bison, is a key herbivore species in the reserve.

Protected under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Birds

Avifauna

Bird Species

225

A rich avian community including resident and migratory birds.

Seasonal surveys protected

Our Team

Meet the dedicated leaders protecting and preserving Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve

Team Member 1

K Rajkumar IFS

Chief Conservator of Forests & Field Director

Team Member 2

Yogesh Kulal, IFS

Deputy Director, Sathyamangalam

Team Member 3

Yogesh Garg, IFS

Deputy Director, Hassanur

Team Member 3

Manoj H P, IFS

Assistant Conservator of Forest, Sathyamangalam