[1] With an area of 200 hectares, Ballavpur Wildlife Sanctuary located on the fringes of the University town of Bolpur.

Just a kilometer from the Viswa Bharati University area, this lush Wildlife Sanctuary is home to three large water bodies (Jheel) which hosts migratory as well as resident birds in plenty.

[3] This Wildlife Sanctuary is home to three large water bodies (Jheel) which hosts migratory as well as resident birds in plenty.

It is home to numerous Cheethals (Spotted Deer), Blackbuck and other resident animals like jackals and foxes.

The whole sanctuary is a protected area with watchtowers and jungle paths for tourists to walk around and catch glimpses of deer and other wildlife.