Chilika lake in India Map

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Category	Geography
Related	Indian Rivers Map

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Chilika Lake is a significant lake and lagoon located in the state of Odisha in eastern India. It is bordered by a narrow spit that separates it from the Bay of Bengal.

As one of the largest saltwater lakes in India, Chilika stretches approximately 40 miles (65 km) in length, with a width ranging from 5 to 13 miles (8 to 20 km) and a depth of about 6 feet (2 meters). The lake is primarily nourished by the Daya and Bhargavi rivers, except during the dry season from December to June, when saline water from the ocean flows in through a narrow channel. Historically, Chilika was part of the ocean until it became silted due to strong tidal actions during the summer monsoon.

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Attribute	Details
Location	Odisha, Eastern India
Districts	Puri, Khurda, and Ganjam
Type	Brackish water lagoon with estuarine character
Size	Asia’s largest and the world’s second-largest lagoon
Area	Over 1,100 square kilometers (420 sq mi)
Flows into	The Bay of Bengal
Rivers	Daya and Bhargavi rivers feed the lake
Notable Features	Dotted with islands, known for birdlife and fishing

The lake is interspersed with islands and provides excellent opportunities for hunting, boating, and fishing, particularly for crabs, mackerel, and prawns. Additionally, it serves as a sanctuary and a crucial wintering site for migratory birds, some of which travel from as far as Siberia. Surrounding the lake are various fisheries and salt pans.