Kameng River (Jia Bharali) | Origin, Map & Facts
Kameng River is an important tributary of the Brahmaputra River, flowing through Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. It originates from a glacial lake near the snow-covered Gori Chen Mountain in the Tawang district, close to the India–Tibet border.
In its lower course in Assam, the river is known as the Jia Bharali River.
Quick Facts
- Origin: Gori Chen Mountain (Arunachal)
- Mouth: Brahmaputra River near Tezpur (Assam)
- States Covered: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam
- Also Known As: Jia Bharali River
- River System: Brahmaputra River System
- Length: 264 km
Origin of Kameng River
The river originates from a high-altitude glacial lake below Gori Chen Mountain in the Eastern Himalayas. This region is known for its rugged terrain and forms part of the India–Tibet border area.
Kameng River Map
The river flows southward from the Himalayas, enters the plains near Bhalukpong, and continues through Assam as the Jia Bharali River before merging with the Brahmaputra near Tezpur, just east of the Kolia Bhomora Setu bridge.
Tributaries of Kameng River
Major tributaries include:
- Tippi River
- Tenga River
- Bichom River
- Dirang Chu
Hills Along the River
The Kameng River flows between two significant hill ranges:
- Dafla Hills (east)
- Aka Hills (west)
